Big Data and Data Science(Degree)
Immerse yourself in the world of data analytics. Our quizzes guide you through data preprocessing, statistical analysis, and data visualization techniques. Prepare to extract valuable insights from massive datasets and contribute to data-driven decision-making
Data Ethics, Privacy, and Governance
With great data comes great responsibility. This course examines the ethical implications of data collection and the legal requirements under the Zambian Data Protection Act. You will explore topics like algorithmic bias, data privacy, and the role of data governance in corporate transparency. Understanding how to manage data ethically is …
Data Visualization and Storytelling
Data is useless if stakeholders can't understand it. This course teaches you the art and science of data storytelling using industry-leading tools like Power BI, Tableau, and Matplotlib. You will learn how to create interactive dashboards that help Zambian managers see the 'big picture' at a glance. We focus on …
Distributed Computing with Apache Spark
Building on your Big Data foundations, this course focuses on Apache Spark, the lightning-fast engine for large-scale data processing. You will learn how to use PySpark for real-time analytics and stream processing—essential for Zambian fintech companies monitoring mobile money transactions for fraud. This course emphasizes the shift from batch processing …
Introduction to Big Data and Hadoop
When data gets too big for a single computer, we turn to Big Data technologies. This course introduces you to the Hadoop ecosystem, including HDFS and MapReduce, for distributed storage and processing. In Zambia's mining and energy sectors, where sensors generate massive amounts of real-time data, these skills are increasingly …
Introduction to Data Science with Python
Kickstart your career in the 'new oil' of the 21st century. This course introduces you to the Data Science pipeline using Python, focusing on essential libraries like NumPy and Pandas for data manipulation. In Zambia, as organizations strive to meet the 8th National Development Plan goals, the ability to turn …
Machine Learning Algorithms and Applications
Dive into the core of Artificial Intelligence by learning the algorithms that allow computers to learn from data. This course covers Supervised Learning (Classification and Regression) and Unsupervised Learning (Clustering), using real-world datasets from the Zambian health and retail sectors. You will work with Scikit-Learn to build models that can …
Mathematical Foundations for Data Science
Behind every powerful algorithm lies a foundation of Linear Algebra, Calculus, and Discrete Mathematics. This course bridges the gap between theoretical math and practical data science applications, such as understanding how matrices represent data in machine learning models. For Zambian students aiming for roles in fintech or engineering, mastering these …
Senior Capstone: Data Science Implementation
The Capstone Project is your opportunity to apply everything you've learned to a significant real-world problem. You will design and execute a full data science project, from data ingestion and cleaning to model deployment and visualization. Many Zambian students use this project to solve local challenges, such as optimizing transport …
SQL and Relational Database Management
Before you can analyze data, you have to know how to retrieve it. This course focuses on Structured Query Language (SQL), the industry-standard tool for interacting with relational databases like MySQL and PostgreSQL. You will learn how to write complex queries to extract data from corporate systems, a skill highly …