Probabilistic Modelling & Reasoning and Big Data Analytics

EQF Level 7

6 Credits (ECTS)

Probabilistic Modelling & Reasoning and Big Data Analytics

Start
TBC 2022
Module Type
Elective
Price
AED 1,080
ECTS Credits
6 Credits (ECTS)

Module Description

This module has two parts. The first part of the module will equip learners with the basic understanding of probability theory, Bayesian network representation including Independence properties, I-Maps, Undirected Graphical Models, Local Models etc. Learners will also learn Exact and Approximate inference in Bayesian networks such as Complexity Analysis and Junction trees, Approximate inference in Bayesian networks. Learners will also get an exposure of Hidden Markov models (HMM), HMM Inference and Dynamic Bayesian networks.
The second part of the module will equip learners with the Big Data Analytics background required for Business Intelligence. It will include Big Data Analytics, Framework for Big Data Analysis, Approaches for Analysis of Big Data, ETL in Big Data, Introduction to Hadoop Ecosystem, the Hadoop Distributed File System (HDFS), Map- Reduce Programming etc.

Entry Requirements

Candidates who apply for this course must possess one of the following: 

  • a Level 6 degree related to AI/Computer-Science/Mathematics/Electronics; 

OR 

  • a Level 6 degree not related to AI/Computer Science/Mathematics/Electronics and a minimum of two years’ relevant experience; 

 OR 

  • a Level 5 diploma or higher diploma and five years’ of relevant work experience.   

Target Audience

This course is targeted at: 

  • Industry professionals working in different domains, including Technology, Engineering, Science, IT, Finance, Accountancy, Management, Marketing, Insurance, Banking, Gaming, Healthcare, Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Human Resources, Psychology, Blockchain, Legal, Administration, Policy Making, Digital Art, Archaeology, Architecture, Education and other related areas. 
  • Recent graduates with degrees in Computer Science, Technology, Marketing, Finance, Economics, Accountancy, Management, HR, Law, Engineering, Science, Medicine, Psychology, Digital Art, Game Development, Archaeology, Architecture or Business. 
  • Mid-career-break professionals looking for opportunities to return to or change their career.  

The target group may also be extended to positions such as that of wedding manager, transport manager, maintenance manager, operations manager, marketing manager, conference manager and even that of general manager. 

Career Paths

The possible positions for which this programme aims to prepare you for include, but are not limited to: 

  • Artificial Intelligence consultant 
  • Data/ risk/ investment /business analyst  
  • HR support systems manager  
  • Compliance (gaming) manager  

It will also prepare you to work for any companies wanting to utilise and/or who are using AI in their operations.  

Potential employers include industrial sectors, such as: Financial Services, Accounting and Auditing Services, Tax Services, Strategy, Consultation, Digital, Technology and Operations, amongst others. 

 

How you’ll be assessed

This is a part-time programme and will typically take 30 months to complete. The programme comprises a total of 10 modules. The method of assessment is assignment-based.  

The course comprises:  

  • 6 lectures per module; 
  • 3-hour lectures (evening); 
  • 12 hours of online content per module, comprising asynchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos 

 

Assignment
Discussions

Module Intake Dates

TBC 2022
Dubai
Price
AED 1,080

Additional Info

Reading for the entire Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Artificial Intelligence as presented in this brochure costs $11,550.*

Due to the modular structure of the course, you may also opt to take individual modules as stand-alone. The entry requirements still apply.**

*Prices are applicable to students who reside in the UAE at the time of applying.

** For the price of individual modules, please contact the IDEA Academy team.

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