Overview:

Diploma in Vocation in Data Analytics is a specialised course offered by many universities across India. The course spans over three academic years and six semesters and devotes considerable attention to early skills aimed at the application of various techniques and tools for data analysis and the ability to interpret large datasets. Data Analysts are very important in the present world that is full of data and information where they act as change makers helping in the decision making process, interpreting outcomes and results to enhance organisational performances or come up with new ideas.

Over the course of the program the students are taught how to use several techniques on data analysis, such as excel, SQL, Python as well as R, together with complex statistical methods. Data visualisation is also included in the program so that students can present data findings to different stakeholders in simple and easy to understand manner. Graduates from this program will be ready to join the working industry as competent data analysts, who will be in a position to turn data into value.

Course Curriculum:

The Diploma in Vocation (D. Voc.) in Data Analytics program which provides for an effective course that has core courses to equip the students with knowledge in data analytics. Key subjects include:

1. Introduction to Data Analytics
2. Statistical Analysis and Probability
3. Database Management Systems (DBMS)
4. Data Mining and Warehousing
5. Programming for Data Science (Python/R)
6. Data Visualisation Techniques
7. Machine Learning Fundamentals
8. Big Data Technologies
9. Business Analytics
10. Capstone Project

Career Opportunities:

It has been identified that the trend of employing experts in data analysis is gradually increasing in different fields, so the prospect of a job in this area is quite good. Graduates of the Diploma in Vocation (D. Voc) in Data Analytics can find opportunities in a wide range of sectors, including:

• Information Technology (IT) Companies
• Financial Services
• Healthcare Analytics
• E-commerce and Retail
• Telecommunications
• Marketing and Advertising
• Consulting Firms
• Government Agencies
• Research Organisations
• Education Sector
   

Employees in this field have good career mobility avenues for career escalation, career progression to new positions will embrace data scientist, business analyst or analytics manager. Top recruiting areas include:

• Multinational Corporations (MNCs)
• Startups
• Data Science Firms
• Banking and Financial Institutions
• Academic and Research Institutions
   

The industry offered to D. Voc holders a basic package between INR 25,000 – 50,000 after the completion of the course depending on the university and the experience of the individuals. As the person gains experience and gains expertise, the salaries rise considerably making the data analytics field a well-paid career.