Malaysia's stats dept is world's first to have certified data scientists. [Newspaper] (2018)
Abstract
Malaysia's Statistics Department has emerged as the world's first government agency to have its staff certified data scientists, thanks to collaboration with analytics expert SAS Institute Sdn Bhd.
In an interview with NST Business, SAS Institute executive director of operations Sheikh Manzoor Ghani said data science is a multi-disciplinary practice that involves computer programming, advanced mathematics, artificial intelligence, data visualisation, database administration, data warehousing, and business intelligence.
"We trained 211 data scientists last year. We're happy to be of service to Malaysia's Statistics Department and contributing to MDEC's initiative to promote benefits of embracing digital economy," Manzoor said.
| Item Type: | Newspaper |
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| Keywords: | Data scientist, Statistics, Data analysis |
| Taxonomy: | By Subject > Computer & Mathematical Sciences > Statistics |
| Local Content Hub: | Subjects > Computer and Mathematical Sciences |
| Depositing User: | Mohd Aizat Abd Halim (Seremban) |
| Date Deposited: | 19 Nov 2021 08:22 |
| Last Modified: | 19 Nov 2021 08:22 |
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