Data Champions Bootcamp (Blended)

Overview

Learn Python programming and apply it to data wrangling and machine learning. In the modern digital world, organisational decisions are increasingly data-driven. Decision makers are turning to analysts who possess skills in data wrangling, machine learning, data visualisation and storytelling to make sense of the avalanche of data collected during their operations. Public Service Officers who aspire to fill such coveted analyst roles can embark on their hybrid learning journey with online and face-to-face learning components.

Coupled with skills in data visualisation and storytelling, you can derive and communicate data insights that may result in decisions leading to higher operational efficiencies or transformational changes. You also have the flexibility to choose your preferred visualisation tool, whether it's Power BI or Tableau, to best suit your needs.

Key Takeaways

• Demonstrate the use of the Python programming language by developing basic Python programs
• Develop programs for data wrangling using Python programming language
• Describe the basics of machine learning
• Apply techniques of supervised and unsupervised learning
• Explain the principles of data visualisation
• Apply data visualisation principles in the design and creation of dashboards
• Compose a story to illustrate trends by using interactive dashboards

Who Should Attend

Please refer to the job roles section.

Prerequisites

• Basic English proficiency
• Good understanding of computers and data

What To Bring

Hardware

You MUST have a personal or work laptop/desktop with full administrative rights and unrestricted access to the Internet.  This is because participants are required to (a) install software and (b) upload files to SP’s PoliteMall.  Without such a device, the participant will not be able to submit the required tasks and meet the requirements for course completion.

iPads and tablets can be used for viewing the e-learning contents, but they are NOT able to replace the laptop/desktop for the mandatory hands-on tasks.  Visualization software can only be installed on Windows or MacOS.  (Tableau Public can be accessed from both Windows and MacOS but Microsoft’s PowerBI can be installed only on Windows.)

GSIB laptops are strongly NOT recommended as such laptops are not able to facilitate file uploads and installation of additional software by the users themselves.

Software

a. Access to Udemy:

The participants MUST ensure they have access to Udemy contents.  Most, but not all public officers, have access to Udemy through CSC Learn App.

(Note: MOE participants may need to approach your HR/IT department to purchase Udemy licenses before the start of the course.)

b. Software Licenses:

This course can be completed using open-source software (e.g. Colab, Python Pandas for Sections 1 to 3) and free license (PowerBI/Tableau for Section 4).  No paid license is required.