Data scientists

Database analysts and data administrators

This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals to apply data science to generate insights from data and identify and predict trends. These programs include courses in computer databases, computer programming, inference, machine learning, optimization, probability and stochastic models, statistics, strategy, uncertainty quantification, and visual analytics.

Data analytics, general

Data Analytics Post-Baccalaureate Diplomas

Data scientists use advanced analytics technologies, including machine learning and predictive modelling, to support the identification of trends, scrape information from unstructured data sources and provide automated recommendations. They are employed by consulting firms, universities, banks and information technology departments in the public and private sectors.

Database analysts design, develop and administer data management solutions. Data administrators develop and implement data administration policy, standards and models. They are employed in information technology consulting firms and in information technology units throughout the public and private sectors.

To receive the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation, you must be registered with the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) in good standing. Eligibility is achieved through completion of the required coursework, relevant exams, and the Job Ready Program offered by the HRPA. 

Please confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To work in human resources in B.C., you may choose to pursue the Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation. Eligibility is achieved by completing requisite education requirements or passing the National Knowledge Exam, and by proving sufficient work experience.

Human resources professionals

Employment insurance and revenue officers

Commissioned officers of the Canadian Armed Forces

Post-secondary teaching and research assistants

College and other vocational instructors

Social policy researchers, consultants and program officers

Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To work as an educational policy researcher in B.C., you may need a Certificate of Qualification in Teaching. Eligibility is achieved through meeting requisite education requirements, including a teacher education program.

Education policy researchers, consultants and program officers

Program officers unique to government

Technical writers

Technical sales specialists - wholesale trade

Postal and courier services managers

Any Bachelor's Degree

The Data Analytics Post-Degree can get you started on your path to becoming an information systems analyst or manager, database analyst, data administrator and more if you have a background in computer science. You’ll learn the specialized technical skills in data technology and business intelligence strategy you need to launch your career in data analytics. You'll also have the option to participate in the Career Boost programs.


Data Analytics Post-Degree Diploma

The Post-Degree Diploma in Data Analytics focuses on the entire lifecycle of the data analytics process from acquisition through analysis to presentation of results. Through collaboration with industry partners, students gain experience handling real-life data from such fields as telecommunications, finance, and health care. In lab-oriented courses, you will learn to clean and analyze data and to effectively present their findings from the analysis of structured and unstructured data. You will gain skills in industry standard software and applications. In addition, you may choose to complete an optional work experience term. [View program information](https://langara.ca/programs-and-courses/programs/data-analytics/program-curriculum.html).


This unique two-year post-baccalaureate diploma (60 credit/20 course) is aimed at students with a bachelor's degree in any science, arts, business, nursing, or management program who wish to pursue a career in Data Analytics and Economics. Students will receive thorough training in statistics and data science. Year one of this program sets the mathematical, statistical, and economic foundation for higher-level learning in the economics and data science areas. In second year, students build on and apply these foundational skills to a diverse set of areas. While many of the applications have an economic focus, the mathematical, statistical, and data science concepts learned are universally applicable to a wide range of disciplines.

Data Analytics and Economics Post-Baccalaureate Diploma

The Marketing and Data Analytics Post-Baccalaureate Diploma is for students with a bachelor's degree in any business or science program who wish to pursue a career in Marketing and Data Analytics. You will receive thorough training in statistics and data science. Term one of this program sets the mathematical and statistical foundation for higher level learning in the marketing and data science area. In subsequent terms, you'll build on, and apply, these foundational skills to areas related to mathematical, statistical, and data science concepts. Upon graduation, you'll be qualified to work as a market data analyst, agency manager, consultant, data scientist, and more. 

Marketing and Data Analytics Post-Baccalaureate Diploma

The Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Applied Data Science is designed to help meet the rising demand for data scientists and analysts, and provide specialized training in the area. This program directly addresses the provincial and national shortage of skilled labour in the field of Applied Data Science. This program is open to domestic and international students who already have an undergraduate degree. Students can upgrade their education and develop the skill sets necessary to build a career in either the private or public sectors.;

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