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About the Course

Have you ever had the perfect data science experience? The data pull went perfectly. There were no merging errors or missing data. Hypotheses were clearly defined prior to analyses. Randomization was performed for the treatment of interest. The analytic plan was outlined prior to analysis and followed exactly. The conclusions were clear and actionable decisions were obvious. Has that every happened to you? Of course not. Data analysis in real life is messy. How does one manage a team facing real data analyses? In this one-week course, we contrast the ideal with what happens in real life. By contrasting the ideal, you will learn key concepts that will help you manage real life analyses. This is a focused course designed to rapidly get you up to speed on doing data science in real life. Our goal was to make this as convenient as possible for you without sacrificing any essential content. We've left the technical information aside so that you can focus on managing your team and moving it forward. After completing this course you will know how to: 1, Describe the “perfect” data science experience 2. Identify strengths and weaknesses in experimental designs 3. Describe possible pitfalls when pulling / assembling data and learn solutions for managing data pulls. 4. Challenge statistical modeling assumptions and drive feedback to data analysts 5. Describe common pitfalls in communicating data analyses 6. Get a glimpse into a day in the life of a data analysis manager. The course will be taught at a conceptual level for active managers of data scientists and statisticians. Some key concepts being discussed include: 1. Experimental design, randomization, A/B testing 2. Causal inference, counterfactuals, 3. Strategies for managing data quality. 4. Bias and confounding 5. Contrasting machine learning versus classical statistical inference Course promo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9BIYmw5wnBI Course cover image by Jonathan Gross. Creative Commons BY-ND https://flic.kr/p/q1vudb...
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LW

Aug 20, 2020

Slightly difficult for non data science background people, but is manageable to have a dip into this course and stimulate a "real life" experiences shared by course insructor.

KL

Aug 12, 2016

Is good to have some data science background to enroll in this course, overall still good to learn and get the hint of how real life data scientist life is.

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By Niels v G

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Feb 8, 2016

This was a great final to the Data Science Executive Specialization.

By Craig O

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Jul 2, 2017

This emphasizes the often overlooked area of managing expectations.

By Pascal U E

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Nov 8, 2018

Great practice example, great team at Zillow, and that to DataCamp

By PRASHANT S

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Mar 16, 2017

Very informative course.. ample of examples to relate with topics.

By Manuel E

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Jul 8, 2019

Good review of everything that can go wrong… and eventually will.

By BAHAR A

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Feb 24, 2019

It is a helpful course about a statistical area. I recommend it.

By Martin B

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Jun 19, 2018

Enjoyed it very much. Keep it up guys ;-) Greetings from germany

By Som D M

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Mar 1, 2017

Great Course for Learning Data science practical applications.

By olive

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Sep 27, 2016

Excellent experience - I cant wait for the capstone project.

By Fayez A S

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Jul 7, 2019

It opened new understanding for me. Loved every bit of it.

By JUAN A G S

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Oct 22, 2021

Muy bueno, pero se me dificultan los exámenes en inglés.

By Tunga L

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Jun 20, 2020

Excellent course. Awesome Faculty, Interesting Quizzes,

By Alessandro F

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Nov 10, 2016

somewhat demanding in some of the points but effective

By Larry J C

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Apr 16, 2021

Excellent class I've learned a lot about Data Science

By Joseph S

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Aug 1, 2017

Excellent presentation. Very practical and relevant.

By Chris S

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Jul 17, 2016

Like this one as well as the others in the series

By Ajay P

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Feb 21, 2016

Excellent course, material and superior teaching.

By sudheer m

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Aug 24, 2017

good insights into the approach we should pursue

By SJ H

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Jun 14, 2020

Brian Caffo is somebody who knows how to teach.

By Alzum S

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Jan 19, 2019

It's an excellent course. I have learnt a lot.

By Sanketh G

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Aug 2, 2017

Detailed view on how to look at real life data

By Ghada

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Feb 14, 2016

wonderful in all ways, I really enjoyed it!

By Deleted A

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Jun 10, 2019

Claridad del contenido entregado del curso

By Yonathan M P

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Jun 8, 2019

Great course!!!!! Tons of useful insights!

By Reto W

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Jul 3, 2016

Good Presentation; informative & engaging