Data Science for Leaders
Data Science for Leaders
Overview
3-day in-person program
Data Science for Leaders equips senior executives with the aptitude to harness data science and business analytic insights to inform business decisions, strategy, execution, and more effective organizational leadership. Executives need to possess this critical and evolving knowledge foundation to optimally leverage the information produced for and by their data science teams in delivering business solutions based on analytic insights.
Uniquely designed for the demanding schedule of senior executives, Data Science for Leaders moves participants through a three-day applied, intensive, data science boot camp which includes a mix of lectures, case studies, laboratory practice, and panel discussions.
Esteemed Haas faculty, Jonathan Kolstad, lead senior executives through the process of learning and applying the leadership principles behind the applications of data science methods. At the forefront of the nexus between data science and business analytics, Professor Kolstad draws on his robust research and industry engagement to define the capabilities, challenges, and decisions executives must make every day in leading an organization.
Features, Dates, & Cost
In-Person
- Three-day immersive program
- World-renowned Berkeley Haas and Executive Education Faculty
- A comprehensive learning experience with a focus on practical application, including a mix of lectures, case studies, laboratory practice, and panel discussions
- Exclusive networking reception with faculty
- Access to the program alumni community
- Data Science for Leaders Certificate of Completion
Who It's For
Leaders who engage with data scientists across their organization and need a strong conceptual understanding of how data science should be utilized as a senior leader and decision-maker. Executives without a deep background in data science and business analytics, and who have minimal technical expertise, are strongly encouraged to attend.
A group of colleagues or team can greatly benefit from attending this program together.
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Faculty
Group Programs
Certificates
Certificate of Completion
Signal your professional achievement to your network and get recognized for your completion! Upon successful completion of the program, UC Berkeley Executive Education grants a verified digital certificate of completion to participants that you are encouraged to add to your profiles.
Note: This program results in a digital certificate of completion and is not eligible for degree credit/CEUs. After successful completion of the program, your verified digital certificate will be emailed to you directly. All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of UC Berkeley Executive Education.

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