Get an introduction to basic but important concepts in Data Science and Machine Learning for Economics.
Machine learning has become the new standard to carry out data analysis and prediction.In today’s data-rich environment, the ability to construct and understand statistical models based on big data is crucial for economists at policy institutions, think tanks and consulting firms.
This is a 15-hour online course that exposes you to state-of-the-art data science tools employed to tackle economic problems. The course is taught with a hands-on approach via Jupyter notebooks. The course is composed of three units that guide participants through the process of converting raw data into actionable insights:
Classes will consist of rigorous training of the topics together with practical sessions to learn how to deploy these techniques to real data sets. Built around Jupyter Notebooks, this course offers participants the opportunity to improve their programming skills in both Python and R, the most widely used programming languages in data science.
Economics focus: Learn how data science and economics intersect at one of Europe's top institutions.
Comprehensive Data Science Training: Covers data handling, visualization, supervised and unsupervised learning tailored for economic applications.
Hands-on Practice with Jupyter Notebooks: Practical coding experience in Python and R, key for data science roles.
Instruction from Expert Faculty: Led by academics with robust experience in data science and economics.
Flexible Format: Available online to suit different schedules and timezones.
This course is designed for early-career professionals and graduate students with a background in economics or finance who want to build a solid foundation in data science and machine learning.
It is particularly well-suited for:
The course takes a foundational and generalist approach, making it ideal for those who are new to the field and looking to acquire practical tools they can apply in economics, finance, or policy work.
This program has been designed for economists who want to enhance their data science skills and who in particular, want to:
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As a researcher/professional of an EU agency, I was in need of a fast and succinct introduction to the principles of Machine Learning and Data Science. The course was very rigorous and covered targeted material and Python programs that may act as a springboard for more reading and learning on the topic…The course did a good job highlighting to potential Data Scientists that one needs rigorous theoretical understanding of the behavioral models, as opposed to simply programming some lines of code. I would highly recommend the course to professionals who, like myself, do not have the luxury of time due to family or other constraints to attend lengthy courses and lectures.
I enjoyed the BSE Data Science course. It met all of my expectations. I got an excellent overview of the theory and methods in Data Science with the use of Python. Intensive lectures, practical examples, and the individual projects we completed made the learning process very effective. I also appreciate that the professor not only gave us tools, but also explained the theory underlying them and the potential problems related to their implementation. After this course, I did not become a professional data scientist in Python at once, but the course gave me a fast start and a great motivation to continue developing in this field.
Considering taking part in BSE Data Science for Economics Executive Education course? Check you meet the requirements below.
Requirements
Requirements for Data Science in Economics
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Participants who attend at least 80% of the course will receive a Certificate of Attendance free of charge. Participants will not be graded or assessed during the course.
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