About this Course
Assemble the right team, ask the right questions, and avoid the mistakes that derail data science projects. In four intensive courses, you will learn what you need to know to begin assembling and leading a data science enterprise, even if you have never worked in data science before. You’ll get a crash course in data science so that you’ll be conversant in the field and understand your role as a leader. You’ll also learn how to recruit, assemble, evaluate, and develop a team with complementary skill sets and roles. You’ll learn the structure of the data science pipeline, the goals of each stage, and how to keep your team on target throughout. Finally, you’ll learn some down-to-earth practical skills that will help you overcome the common challenges that frequently derail data science projects
What You'll Learn
- Become conversant in data science fundamentals and leadership roles
- Recruit and develop teams with complementary skills
- Manage data science pipeline stages and goals
- Overcome common challenges in data science projects
Prerequisites
- Basic computer and internet skills
- Ability to read English instructions and complete short exercises
Instructors
Roger D. Peng, PhD
Professor of Statistics and Data Sciences
Brian Caffo, PhD
Professor, Biostatistics
Jeff Leek, PhD
Chief Data Officer, Vice President, and J Orin Edson Foundation Chair of Biostatistics in Public Health Sciences