Data Science Principles
An accessible, no-code introduction to the language, tools and thinking of data science — and how to lead with data in any industry.
Overview
Data is transforming every industry — but to lead in a data-driven world, you don't need to be a programmer. You need to understand how data science actually works. Data Science Principles, from Harvard Online, gives you a clear, jargon-free foundation in the concepts that power modern analytics and AI.
Across the course you'll explore how data is collected, cleaned and analysed, how machine-learning models make predictions, and how to use data responsibly to make better decisions — all delivered flexibly online, with support from IPMC here in Accra.
What you'll learn
- The core concepts and vocabulary of data science
- How data is collected, cleaned and managed
- The foundations of machine learning and prediction
- How deep learning and AI work — explained simply
- Data privacy, ethics and avoiding bias
- How to ask better questions and interpret results
Course content
Define the field, meet the key roles, and walk through the end-to-end data science workflow — from question to insight.
How data is collected, wrangled, cleaned and managed — and why good data is the foundation of everything that follows.
Understand how models learn from data and make predictions, and the difference between the main types of machine learning.
A clear, high-level look at neural networks and the modern AI powering today's most exciting breakthroughs.
Explore bias, fairness, privacy and the responsibilities that come with using data in the real world.
Bring it together: how to turn data and analysis into confident, real-world business decisions.
Who it's for
This course is ideal for managers and leaders who want to make data-informed decisions, professionals moving into data-related roles, and entrepreneurs or analysts seeking real data literacy.
No programming or advanced mathematics is required — just curiosity and a willingness to think differently about data.
Your certificate
On successful completion, you'll earn an official certificate from Harvard — a globally recognised credential you can add to your CV and LinkedIn to demonstrate your data science foundation.
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