Course content
Welcome to Saxion's Business and Data Analytics Minor, a collaborative program with the University of California, Berkeley. This unique opportunity allows students to acquire and apply cutting-edge knowledge and skills across various topics in business analytics, machine learning, and innovation. During masterclasses, you will study topics like:
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Business and Data Analytics, translate data to Strategy and conversion to KPI, Startups and Personal Branding
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Machine Learning and AI, AI as a Service, CryptoAsset Tracking, Data Mining & Data Analysis, Metaverse, Blockchain
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Fine-tuning data to a dashboard: Design Thinking, Human Interface Interaction
You will attend these masterclasses given by professionals in the technology and financial industries. They work on a daily base with these topics to come up with innovative new products and services.
During the three-week visit to UC Berkeley and Silicon Valley, you will visit these companies in Silicon Valley and attend several Seminars or conferences about these topics.The opportunity to go to Silicon Valley is unique for a UAS like Saxion. Your chance to look in Silicon Valley and see how companies based there have already come up with their innovations is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!
Also, you will gain work experience on an internship level because you will work at the company with your group.
Practical experience
In addition to the master classes, students visit companies in Silicon Valley to see how the topics work in practice. We attend various conferences and seminars. You have the unique opportunity to experience the dynamics and innovation of Silicon Valley up close.
Project assignments
At the program's start, regionally selected companies present their challenges and assignments to the students. The students then work in multidisciplinary teams on these assignments, applying their acquired knowledge to develop creative solutions and dashboards. These projects vary and mainly focus on data analysis in a business context.
Collaboration with Companies
The minor allows companies to collaborate with talented students and provides a platform for tackling concrete business challenges. Companies like VDL ETC, Ten Cate Grass, Enrichment Technology, Coulisse BV, and Malvern Panalytical have already participated. This collaboration offers companies solutions to their challenges and the opportunity to recruit future employees.
Additional costs
The expected costs for students participating in this minor are €2.250. Suppose you qualify for the Saxion Partner Mobility Scholarship (SPM) and are granted the scholarship. In that case, you will get a deduction of €750 (you need to apply for the scholarship yourself). You can find more information about the scholarship at mijnsaxion.nl/beurzen.
USA travel restrictions
Saxion will align with all regulations according to US law and entry requirements (consider visa requirements and COVID-19 restrictions). You need to apply and pay for an ESTA or visa by yourself. There are additional costs if you're not from an ESTA-eligible country (if you need a visa). Applying for a visa can take a few months. If you're from a country that's considered high-risk, there is a chance that you will not get a visa! More information via https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/tourism-visit/visa-waiver-program.html.
