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Data Science for Decision Making

Strategic Decision-Making Through Data Science

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Executive Masters in Data Science for Decision Making

Empowering Decisions with Data Excellence.”

The Executive Masters in Data Science for Decision Making (DSDM) program at the Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar, represents a pioneering endeavor in data science education. In an age marked by remarkable advances in data sciences, there remains a formidable challenge – effectively translating this knowledge into informed decision-making. It is here that DSDM emerges as a beacon of innovation and insight. Our program is meticulously crafted to bridge the gap between data science prowess and the art of making strategic decisions. Unlike traditional constraints that often limit educational offerings to specific departments, our curriculum is intentionally inclusive. It is designed to welcome engineers and practitioners from diverse backgrounds. Whether you come from engineering, science, business, or any other field, DSDM offers you a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach to data science. We believe that true mastery of data science lies not just in its techniques but in its application to drive tangible outcomes. Through rigorous coursework and real-world applications, we aim to equip our students with the tools, skills, and mindset required to navigate this dynamic landscape.

Eligibility

  • A graduate degree in a relevant field, such as (Statistics/ Mathematics/ Computer Science/ Engineering/ Technology/ Science/ Economics/ Commerce) with a minimum of 60% marks or 6.0/10 CPI.
  • Candidates must have taken Mathematics in grade 12.
  • No GATE qualification is required.

Program structure

The Executive Masters degree program structure is as below:

Program Duration: 2 years
Number of Credits: 54 credits
Modules: There are six modules in the program.
Module Duration: Each module lasts for 12 weeks.

The course components breakup typically represents:

Module Course type and Numbers Total number of courses Credits
1

1-Foundation

1-Core

2 8
2

1-Foundation

1-Core

1-HSS

3 10
3

2-Core

1-HSS

3 10
4 2-Core 2 8
5

2-Core

1-Project

3

10
6

1-Core

1-Project

2 8
Total 15 54

 

Program fee

Application fee ₹1000 (to be paid during application submission)
Fee structure for candidates enrolling in the program

Details Amount (in INR)

Registration Fee

To be paid within 2 weeks of the selection.

₹1,50,000

Tuition Fee (Paid in 6 instalments)

Module 1

Module 2

Module 3

Module 4

Module 5

Module 6

 Total

 

 ₹1,30,000

₹1,40,000

₹1,50,000

₹1,20,000

₹1,50,000

₹1,20,000

₹8,10,000

Total Fees ₹9,60,000

Education loan avail from leading banks and NBFCs

Important Dates

Application Deadline

10 August 2025

25 September 2025

Notification Email to Candidates Within 1 week of the interview
Pre-registration 27th Sep 2025
Orientation Session 4th Oct 2025
Classes Start Week of 5th Oct 2025

For further information, you may email us at admission@iitgn.ac.in or iitgnx@iitgn.ac.in
Contact us + 91 79 2395 2196/97, 7069021574

A meticulously developed curriculum, crafted by the subject matter experts from IIT Gandhinagar to bridge the gap between data science prowess and the art of making strategic decisions. This curriculum seamlessly integrates in-depth theoretical knowledge with extensive practical application to nurture expertise effectively.

Mathematical Models for Data Science

Advanced Probability and Statistics

Programming for Data Science

Time Series Analysis

Optimization for Data Science and Machine Learning

Risk and Decision Analysis

Machine Learning for Predictive Analysis

Spatial Data Science and Applications

Advanced Data Visualization Techniques

Big Data Modeling and Management Systems

Generative AI with Large Language Models

Projects Course - I

Projects Course - II

Writing and Leadership

For the detailed Curriculum, please write an email to iitgnx@iitgn.ac.in

Skill Set

  • Advance Mathematical and Statistical Understanding
  • Programming and MATLAB Proficiency
  • Data Visualization using Python
  • Time Series and Spatial Data Analysis
  • Machine Learning Techniques
  • Understanding of Neural Networks and Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN)
  • Optimization Algorithms
  • Constraint Handling
  • Big Data Modelling
  • Deep Learning
  • Applications of Large Language Models
  • Risk and Decision Analysis
  • Strategies to Mitigate and Manage Risk

Tools & Technologies Covered

  • Programming languages: Python, R
  • Libraries: NumPy, Panda, Scikit-learn
  • Data Visualization: Matplotlib, Seaborn
  • Apache Kafka: Integration tool
  • Docker
  • Optimization Algorithms: Evolutionary algorithms, Genetic algorithms
  • Industry Standard Tools: PuLP, Gekko
  • Neural Networks (NN) like Vanila NN and CNN using PyTorch
  • Keras 3.0

Learning Format

  • Live Interactive Online Sessions
  • Accessible Recorded Lectures (For Revision and Missed Classes)
  • Learn from industry leaders and domain experts through exclusive guest sessions.
  • Weekend/Evening classes to accommodate professional commitments.
  • Continuous assessments through quizzes, assignments, and exams.
  • Optional on-campus experience at IIT Gandhinagar for immersive learning.