UCBD hosts masterclass on data science and future careers

Universal College Bangladesh (UCBD) hosted a masterclass yesterday (17 August) on the global rise and career prospects of Data Science.

At the session, UCBD announced that it will soon launch the Bachelor's in Data Science programme in collaboration with the London School of Economics (LSE) – a constituent college of the University of London (UoL), one of the world's top-ranked academic institutions in this field.

UCBD held the event at the Student Lounge to familiarise HSC and A2 graduates and their guardians with the global rise of Data Science and the emerging opportunities for data professionals in Bangladesh.

Professor Hew Gill, President and Provost of UCBD, attended the masterclass along with keynote speaker Dr James Abdey, Associate Academic Director at LSE.

Dr Abdey said: "We are pleased to announce that UCBD has recently received approval to offer a BSc in Data Science and Business Analytics. As the world becomes ever more data-driven, investing in your data skills will not only contribute to your personal career success but also strengthen the overall human capital of Bangladesh."

Adding a local perspective, Sumit Saha, CEO of Learn with Sumit (LWS) and Co-founder and Managing Director of Analyzen, said: "The demand for data professionals in Bangladesh is growing rapidly. Today, data is the new oil. Just as oil once determined the pace of economies, data now drives innovation and opportunity. If you can master data, you will be at the centre of tomorrow's most exciting careers, both locally and globally."

By launching the new programme in partnership with LSE–UoL, UCBD aims to establish a strong foundation for Bangladeshi students to gain a globally recognised education and become competitive in the international job market.