- Information Privacy
- Cybersecurity
- analysis
- Ethics
- Data Science
- Applied Mathematics
- Information Science
- Statistics
- Computer Science
- Algorithms
- Privacy
- Philosophy
Vital Skills for Data Science Specialization
Gain Exposure to Key Data Science Areas . Gain professional knowledge in the field of Data Science and learn applicable skills in Cybersecurity and Ethics.

What you will learn
Identify applications of Data Science.
Identify the steps of the Data Science process and apply them with real world data.
Discuss privacy concerns.
By taking this course, you will be able explain what data science is and identify the key disciplines involved.
Skills you will gain
About this Specialization
Applied Learning Project
Projects will encourage students to engage in ethical discussions, hone networking skills, address cybersecurity threats, and explore the professional world of Data Science. These projects will help students develop an understanding of the field and gain skills that will help them be successful.
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Hands-on Project
Every Specialization includes a hands-on project. You'll need to successfully finish the project(s) to complete the Specialization and earn your certificate. If the Specialization includes a separate course for the hands-on project, you'll need to finish each of the other courses before you can start it.
Earn a Certificate
When you finish every course and complete the hands-on project, you'll earn a Certificate that you can share with prospective employers and your professional network.

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