Data Science and

Artificial Intelligence for Managers

Starts March 31, 2025 | 32 weeks | Online via pre recorded videos

Now integrated with

Generative AI

# 4 #70 Global Rank #4 India, Financial

Times Open Enrolment Rankings 2024 # 3 NIRF India Ranking 2024,
Management
Programme Summary
Professional Certificate Programme in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence for Managers

Institute Name Programme Duration Cost

IIM Kozhikode 32 weeks INR 1,69,000 + GST

Learning Mode
Online - Pre-recorded videos, 1
Weekly effort Faculty
5-6 hours per week IIM Kozhikode
weekly doubt-clearing session
with programme leader
Guest Faculty/ Industry
Payment Options Special Pricing Experts
Basic Instalment Plans Special pricing up to 10% discount
Mid-Senior Industry
is available for corporate plans
Practitioners

Programme/ Course Leaders Eligibility Certificate

Subject Matter Experts/ Minimum Graduate or Diploma Upon successful completion of the
Mid-Senior Industry
Holder (10+2+3) programme, participants will be
Practitioners
awarded a verified digital certificate
from IIM Kozhikode

Learning Experience

Pre-recorded videos - Flexibilty - High quality Videos - Great learning On Demand learning - Re-watch any
Learn at your own pace, around your experience, even while on-the-move lesson/ concept for deeper
busy schedule understanding
Cohort-based learning - Networking
World-class faculty - Learn from the & Community Interaction by using
Best faculty and industry practioners discussion boards

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any LIVE sessions with the institute faculty in this course?
This course is designed to give flexible learning, given time constraints of working professionals and contains high-quality pre-
recorded videos with the globally renowned faculty from IIMK. No LIVE sessions will be taken by IIMK faculty.
What is the role of the Programme Leader? Are they institute faculty?
Programme leaders are Industry Practitioners/ Subject Matter Experts who help with doubt clearing, cover specific topics deeper
and share real-world examples wherever needed. They are not faculty of the institute
Who grades/ gives inputs on the assignments and projects?
The assignment grading frameworks are created in collaboration with the institute faculty and Emeritus grading team.
Is there a qualifying mark/ grade to get the final certification in this course?
Yes, the qualifying mark is 70%.
What if I miss the assignments for a particular week? Can I attempt them later?
It is upon the faculty's discretion if any re-attempt would be allowed of the quiz or assignment and the evaluation methodology.
Who is the faculty for the LIVE Masterclass/ Online sessions/ Doubt Clearing sessions?
Doubt-clearing sessions are carried out by the Programme Leaders, as they monitor individual student progress.
Are Tools covered in this course taught by institute faculty? Are licenses for these tools included in the course fee
We cover the concepts of the tools using pre-recorded demos and Industry expert sessions. These tools are not taught by faculty
and are optional to learn in the course. Participants are expected to have their own licenses to these tools for practice, and are
not offered with the course.
Will Emeritus/ Institute help with placement services?
This course is designed with some of the best faculty and to cover relevant topics in a manner that creates positive career
outcomes. Over 87% Emeritus learners have witnessed career growth post completing their course. As an additional service, we
provide job placement assistance, resume writing guidance, navigating job search and interview prep along with this course. All
this guidance is provided over recorded videos, this is not live.
What if I don’t find the course appropriate for me after starting the sessions? Can I seek a refund?
We encourage our learners to complete the programme to fully understand the concepts and derive valuable learning outcomes.
Should you still feel the need to stop your learning journey, a refund request can be initiated before the programme
commencement. However, after the programme commences, fee becomes non refundable.
What type of certificate will I receive?
Upon successful completion of the programme, you will receive a smart digital certificate. The smart digital certificate can be
shared with friends, family, schools, or potential employers. You can use it on your cover letter, resume, and/or display it on your
LinkedIn profile. The digital certificate will be sent approximately two weeks after the programme, once grading is complete.
How long will I have access to the learning materials?
You will have access to the online learning platform, including all videos and programme materials, for the duration of the course.
Access to the learning platform is restricted to registered participants per the terms of agreement.

Note: This Course Summary is provided only for your convenience. You are advised to refer to the Course Brochure for more information.
The IIM Kozhikode Advantage

From The Director’s Desk

Businesses today have seen a complete transition than they used to run a decade ago. Recent industry
reports suggest that close to 68% of business leaders in India have reported that having high agility
reduced their costs by 25%. It is thus imperative for business leaders of today and the future to expand
their knowledge across domains and proactively make decisions to be effective leaders. IIM Kozhikode
programmes designed by world-class faculty with their cutting-edge thought leadership and industry-
leading insights empower participants to manage and lead complex business challenges with
confidence and data-driven, informed decision-making ability. Our growing global footprints
acknowledged and accredited by leading institutions of the world are a testimony to growth we have
achieved in our 28-year journey of academic excellence.

At this juncture, it is also pertinent to share that both future and past are integral to the path taken by
an institution on this journey of excellence. Having a wide, far-seeing vision is not an indulgence but an
activity that is necessary to give meaning to our present, to give this Institution a sense of purpose,
direction and imagination. That is why we have chosen to think in terms of what IIM Kozhikode will be
able to contribute to India and the world some three decades from now with ‘Vision 2047: Globalizing
Indian Thought’. The Institute has set for itself a pre-eminent role with the above motto. The sheer
scale, scope and potential impact that India will have on 21st century business makes us believe that
this is a legitimate aspiration.

IIM Kozhikode’s Data Science and Artificial Intelligence(DSAI) Programme offers learning through
recorded online sessions taught by renowned faculty available in the comfort of your home. This
programme is designed to help tech professionals, business heads, consultants, and entrepreneurs
looking to lead end-to-end DS and AI projects and solve complex business problems. The meticulously
curated industry-leading modules will enable participants to advance their knowledge to make better
strategic business decisions.

Invest in your potential and start your journey of future-proofing your data science career by enrolling
in the IIM Kozhikode's DSAI Programme.

Wishing you all the very best!

Prof. Debashis Chatterjee

Director,
Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode
Programme Overview

The global AI market in 2021 was nearly US$ 59.67 billion and
it is projected to grow at a CAGR of 39.4% to reach
US$ 422.37 billion by 2028.
Source: https://www.ibef.org/research/case-study/future-of-data-science-and-ai-in-india

Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence hold tremendous analytical
power to glean insights, extract patterns, and make predictions. As one of the
world’s fastest growing economies, India has a considerable stake in the data
science and emerging technology revolution. Unsurprisingly, these reigning, all-
pervasive technologies have conquered every industry. The Data Science and
Artificial Intelligence Programme offered by the Indian Institute of Management
Kozhikode (IIM Kozhikode) is a comprehensive and cutting-edge program designed
to equip professionals and aspiring data scientists with the skills and knowledge
required to excel in the rapidly evolving fields of data science and artificial
intelligence (AI). The programme is tailored to meet the growing demand for
data-driven decision-making in various industries and organisations.

Grasp the role of DS, Understand how to Delve into Generative

ML & AI in creating analyse ubiquitous data AI and its applications
business excellence for making data-driven across industries to be
business decisions in future ready
real-time

Starts on Duration Programme fee Format

Mar 31, 2025* 32 weeks INR 1,69,000 + GST Online via pre recorded

* Begins with introduction to platform

Programme Highlights

28+ Hours of Recorded Videos

Hands On Experience with
15 Assignments
10+ Industry Tools
5 Quizzes

10 Hours of Generative AI
content and Doubt Clearing 4 Industry backed
Sessions Capstone Projects

Note: This is a self-paced online programme. Thus, faculty will not be a part of weekly live sessions or any other live interaction in
this programme. We have a curated panel of eminent industry practitioners who will be conducting the weekly live doubt-clearing
sessions.

Who is this Programme for?

Mid to Senior-level managers looking to effectively lead end-to-end DS, ML & AI

projects and solve complex business problems.

Consultants looking to build their DS, ML & AI expertise for better client
RR
management.

Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners who are looking to restructure their
business strategy by incorporating DS, ML & AI into their products/applications
Lead your organisation into the future of
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.

The market for AI is expected to reach US$ 7.8 billion by

2025 in India. According to the State of the Education report
(SOER) 2022, AI will grow at a rate of 20.2% compound
annual growth rate (CAGR).

Experts have predicted that, by 2030, there will be a

31.4% increase in jobs related to data science and
mathematical science, mostly AI-based.

Based on the analysis, it has been estimated that there is a

51% gap between the demand and supply of AI/ML BDA
tech talent in India, taking into account the current talent
base of approximately 420,000 professionals.

Source: https://indiaai.gov.in/research-reports/state-of-data-science-ai-skills-in-india/
https://www.ibef.org/research/case-study/future-of-data-science-and-ai-in-india
Programme Director

M.P. Sebastian, PhD

Professor,
Information Systems, IIMK

Professor Sebastian received both his masters degree and PhD from the Indian Institute
of Science, Bangalore. His research interests include artificial intelligence, machine
learning, cybersecurity, healthcare ICT etc. He has guided many PhD candidates and has
published research papers in journals such as Information System Frontiers, Information
and Computer Security, Health Policy and Technology, Computers and Electrical
Engineering, Knowledge and Information Systems, among others.

Prof. Vidushi Pandey

Assistant Professor
Information Systems, IIMK

Prof. Vidushi Pandey holds a Ph.D. in Information Systems and specializes in Social
Media, Data Analytics, and Digital Business. With a decade of experience as a researcher
and faculty, Prof. Pandey has contributed to numerous esteemed international journals,
including Information Systems Frontiers, Information Technology for People,
Information Development, and Information Technology for Development. Her teaching
case has been published by Ivey Publications and is also featured by Harvard Publishing.
Prof. Pandey has a robust track record of delivering a wide range of courses,
encompassing full-time and executive formats for postgraduate, doctoral, and executive
MBA programs at IIM Kozhikode. Additionally, she is actively involved in developing and
conducting Management Development Programs tailored to various industry sectors,
utilizing both offline and online delivery methods.

Note:
Programme Directors might change due to unavoidable circumstances, and revised details will be shared closer to the
program me start date.
-Industry Expert sessions could be scheduled in a different time zone, depending on speaker availability
Programme Modules

Module 1: Data Science and AI in today's World

Module 2: Data Cleaning and Preparation

Module 3: Data Modelling

Module 4: Introduction to Data Analytics

Module 5: Data Visualization

Module 6: Data Analytics Capstone Project

Module 7: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

Module 8: Introduction to Machine Learning

Module 9: Supervised Learning Techniques

Module 10: Regression and Classification Techniques

Module 11: Advanced Classification and Regression Techniques

Module 12: Time Series Analysis

Note:
- Modules/ topics are indicative only, and the suggested time and sequence may be dropped/ modified/ adapted to fit the total
programme hours.
- You will have access to the online learning platform, including all videos and programme materials, for the duration of the course.
Programme Modules

Module 13: Unsupervised Learning Techniques

Module 14: Capstone Project on Machine Learning

Module 15: Neural Networks and Deep Learning

Module 16: Reinforcement Learning

Module 17: NLP and Text Analytics

Module 18: Recommender Systems

Module 19: Gen AI Models

Module 20: Working with Gen AI Models

Module 21: Responsible AI & Ethical considerations

Module 22: Gen AI in Digital Marketing

Module 23: Gen AI in Product Management

Module 24: Gen AI in Leadership

Note:
- Modules/ topics are indicative only, and the suggested time and sequence may be dropped/ modified/ adapted to fit the total
programme hours.
- You will have access to the online learning platform, including all videos and programme materials, for the duration of the course,
based on the discretion of the Programme Directors/Faculty.
Programme Modules

Module 25: Gen AI in Finance

Module 26: Gen AI in Supply Chain Management

Module 27: Capstone Project on Gen AI

Module 28: Integration of AI into Existing Systems

Module 29: Impact of Gen AI on Leadership, Management and Industry

Module 30: AI-led Culture, Governance and Compliance

Module 31: AI Strategy

Module 32: Capstone Project on AI Strategy

Note:
- Modules/ topics are indicative only, and the suggested time and sequence may be dropped/ modified/ adapted to fit the total
programme hours.
- You will have access to the online learning platform, including all videos and programme materials, for the duration of the course,
based on the discretion of the Programme Directors/Faculty.
Tools

No-code/Low-code

Generative AI Tools

Modules on Generative AI Masterclass

Generative AI Tools

The programme includes industry backed hands-on learning on

the Generative AI tools.

Note:
- All product and company names mentioned in this material are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Their use does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by them.
-This program is a low code / no code program. Python & its libraries will be covered only from an applications perspective.
- Please note that the fee does not cover any payments required for certifications offered by the tools or tool subscriptions.
- There will be pre-recorded demo videos of Tableau fundamentals which are optional.
Programme Certificate

IIM Kozhikode will award a certificate of successful completion to participants

who complete the programme successfully with 70% of the score in the evaluation.
A participant with less than 70% of the score in the overall evaluation will not
be awarded any certificate.

Note: The certificate shown above is for illustrative purposes only and may not be an exact prototype of the actual certificate.
IIM Kozhikode reserves the right to change the certificate and specifications without notice.
Learning Outcomes

Learn how to implement data science, machine learning and

artificial intelligence techniques and devise cutting-edge
solutions to real-life problems within your organisation

Develop a comprehensive understanding of DS and AI

concepts and identify the best models to fit various business
situations

Interact and collaborate with industry experts to understand

the technical and business applications of Machine Learning
and Generative AI

Gain hands-on learning in identifying, defining, designing,

implementing and monitoring DS and AI projects
Testimonials

The module is well thought out for people from various fields who want to learn
and explore this emerging subject. This program will help anyone easily grasp the
concepts and move forward.

- Sagnik Karmakar
AVP (Application Support Sr. Analyst)
Citi India

The best part is the overall perspective of AI/ML and where we are heading. The
discussion on future prospects was very insightful. I would also like to appreciate the
professors, as they are excellent in supporting and explaining queries.

- Rajneesh Srivastava
Solution Architect
Ericsson

The best part of this program was the quality and organization of the course
materials, which were comprehensive and well-structured, making it easier to
understand complex topics. Additionally, the expertise and passion of the instructors
greatly enhanced the learning experience. Their deep knowledge and enthusiasm for
technology were inspiring and motivating. Furthermore, the support team was highly
attentive and always ready to assist, providing a seamless and supportive learning
environment.

- Vijayagopal S
Senior Technical Architect
Ospyn Technologies Ltd.
Learning Journey

Orientation Week
The first week is orientation week. During this week you will be
introduced to the other participants taking part in the programme.
You will learn how to use the learning management system and
other learning tools provided.

Weekly Goals
On other weeks, you have learning goals set
for the week. The goals would include
completing the assignments*, which have
weekly deadlines.

Flexible and Convenient Online Learning

Learn online via recorded videos from top IIM Kozhikode
faculty in a high-impact 32-week journey with a learning
commitment of 5-6 hours/week. Faculty will not be a part of
weekly live sessions or any other live interaction in this
programme.

Debrief Sessions
The Emeritus Programme Leaders will be available for live online
sessions every week or every alternate week to help you clarify
your doubts pertaining to the programme content.

Timely Follow up and Learning Support

The Emeritus Programme Support team will
follow up over emails and phone calls with
learners who are unable to submit their
assignments on time.
Programme Details

Programme Start Date March 31, 2025

Programme Fee INR 1, 69,000 + GST

Note:
*GST (currently @ 18%) will be charged extra on these components.
*Instalment payment options available.
*Additional convenience charges will be applicable on instalment payments.
*For detailed information on instalment payments reach out to your programme advisor.

Eligibility Programme Format

Minimum Graduate or Online via Recorded
Diploma Holder (10+2+3) Video Lectures

Admission Application
Criteria Requirements
Your Graduation/Degree:
Open Enrolments
You can submit a scanned copy of
ANY ONE of: Degree certificate,
provisional Degree certificate,
marks transcript or score transcript.

Programme Application Link

Click here to apply to the programme.
Finance options available. Click here to learn more.
For more information, please email at [email protected]

Note: Admissions are on a first-come, first-serve basis.

About IIM Kozhikode

Started in 1997 with its Post Graduate Programme (PGP), the Indian Institute of
Management Kozhikode (IIMK) is on a high growth trajectory today, offering a wide
range of academic programmes in the field of management education. These include
the Fellow Programme in Management, Executive PG Programmes, Management
Development Programmes and Faculty Development Programs. IIMK set up a
Satellite campus at Info park, Kochi, in 2013 dedicated to Executive Education. IIMK
has also the unique distinction of launching a PhD (Practice Track) programme for
working professionals besides bringing in new dynamic programmes such as the one-
year Post Graduate programme in Business Leadership (2019) MBA in Finance and
MBA in Liberal Studies & Management (2020). The institute is also home to IIMK LIVE
a first-of-its-kind start-up incubation programme and the Indian Business Museum.

IIMK is ranked 3rd as per NIRF India Rankings 2024: Management. The institute also
features regularly among top global institutes for its flagship MBA (PGP) and EMBA
programme (EPGP) in the QS World University Rankings. The institute has
leapfrogged 100 spots to be placed in the Top 151-200 Institutes in Business &
Management Studies globally, as per the QS World University Rankings by Subject
2024. IIM Kozhikode is also globally accredited by EQUIS (EFMD) and AMBA (UK) and
is on the verge of a triple-accreditation crown.

IIM Kozhikode also made its debut in the prestigious Financial Times Rankings in 2023
and was recently ranked #70 among the top-80 open-enrolment executive program
providers globally for the year 2024. The feat has further consolidated the 28- year’s
IIM’s footing in an exclusive list of the foremost providers of executive education in
the world. The institute had also entered in global top-100 at Rank #77 for FT
Masters in Management (MIM) 2023 Rankings, for its full time MBA programme. IIM
Kozhikode has successfully delivered close to 1300 MDP programmes over the past
two decades, training more than 41,000 participants from 150+ organisations, which
also includes several Fortune 500 companies in the process.

# 4 #70 Global Rank #4 India, Financial

Times Open Enrolment Rankings 2024 # 3 NIRF India Ranking 2024,
Management
About Emeritus

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Emeritus' short courses, degree programs, professional certificates, and senior
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Lead into the future of Data Science & AI

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