Training Course on Big Data Analytics for Managers and Executives. 6-8 October, 2015 Laguna Redang Island Resort, Terengganu

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1 Training Course on Big Data Analytics for Managers and Executives 6-8 October, 2015 Laguna Redang Island Resort, Terengganu

2 Course Background Big Data Analytics is currently a hot topic being discussed on many platforms. Understanding Big Data Analytics means understanding what is Big Data and Big Data Analysis, which form the foundation of Big Data Analytics. What are the components of the said Big Data Analytics System. Is a Big Data Analytics System truly useful? How can we truly benefit from a Big Data Analytics System? From the understanding of what Big Data Analytics is, the question of successful Big Data Analytics System will be addressed. building a To support the understanding of Big Data Analytics, the presentations will be supported by discussions and demonstration of a possible Data Analytics System. Course Rationale Big Data Analytics is touted to be a technology that has the capability to transform organisations. As organisations become more dependent on increasingly accurate information, Big Data Analytics system could provide the necessary information derived the massive information that is readily available today. But Systems are always as good as they are designed for. It is therefore very important that Data Analytics systems are properly designed and implemented for the intended use. This course aims to cover both aspects of the understanding and the design and implementation of Data Analytics Systems. Course Objectives The course aims to help participants to: Understand what Big Data Analytics is Understand the components necessary to build a Big Data Analytics System; Analyze the requirements for a Big Data Analytics System for a departmental/ organisational requirements Formulate an effective strategy to implement a successful Data analytics project

3 Course Synopsis The three-days course will attempt to impart both an understanding of what a Big Data Analytics System is and the basic blocks of such a system. The course then discusses the Use of the system in an organisation and ends with a discussion on how to implement a successful Big Data Analytics project To complement the presentations and to improve the level of appreciation, group discussions and demonstration of a possible Data Analytics System will be organised in the afternoon sessions. Course Content Day Session 1 Session 2 1 What is Big Data Analytics Understanding what is Big Data Analytics Why Big Data Analytics Why is Big Data Analytics Important? Components of Big Data Analytics System (Input, Process, Output) Human (Experts and Users) Process (Data Collection, Filter, Repository, Access, Updates) Technology for Big Data Analytics (Hardware and Software) Discussion of the Advantages and Disadvantages of a Data Analytics System Possible Component Design of a Data Analytics System 2 Use of Big Data Analytics in an organisational/departmental setting Possible scenario and use Implementing a Big Data analytics project Demonstration of a possible implementation and use of Big Data Analytics 3 Challenges in Big Data Analytics Why aren t many Big Data Analytics project successful? Ensuring a successful Big Data Analytics project Discussion how to plan and implement successful Big Data Analytics project

4 Course Learning Outcomes At the end of the course, the participants will be able to: Describe what Big Data Analytics is Describe the components necessary to build a Big Data Analytics System; Analyze the requirements for a Big Data Analytics System for a departmental/ organisational requirements Formulate an effective strategy to implement a successful Data analytics project Date, Duration and Venue The course will be held over 3 days from 6 to 8 October, 2015 in Laguna Redang Island Resort, Terengganu. Who to Attend The course is targeted at medium and high level officials from ministry, public research institutions, universities, industry and NGOs. Modes of Delivery The training course will be delivered by using the following methods: Series of lectures. Group discussions and presentations. Group activities Medium of Instruction The training workshop will be conducted in English.

5 Course Convener Prof. Zamri Mohamed is presently a professor and was the former Dean at the Perdana School of Science, Technology and Innovation Policy, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. Graduated as an engineer, Prof. Zamri has since led the Computer Science Faculty, the University s Computer Centre and also the K-Economy Research Alliance at UTM. Prof. Zamri has given lectures in numerous training programs at various levels in the area of ICT, both within and outside UTM. Prof Zamri has also been member of various committees and task forces at the university, state and national levels. He has also undertaken several research and consultancies on topics of his interest. Since the 1990s, Prof Zamri has been involved in National ICT agenda and policies. More recently, since the establishment of the Perdana School, he has been fully involved in teaching, researching and consulting in the area of STI and STI-based Policies.

6 Registration Fee Registration Fee: RM 2,000 Mode of Payment Payment by participants (other than those sponsored by JPA) can be made using crossed cheques or bank drafts made payable to UTM Holdings Sdn Bhd. All transfers should be directed to the following account: Recipient Name : UTM HOLDINGS SDN BHD Account No : Bank : Maybank SWIFT Code : MBBEMYKL Branch : Maybank Jalan Raja Muda, WP Kuala Lumpur Please send a copy of the transfer slip to the Secretariat. An acknowledgement will be sent on receipt of payment Note: Substitution is allowed for registered participant, cancellation will not be entertained. Fee is NOT inclusive of accommodation. Application and Enquiries All applicants are required to complete the prescribed application form as attached in this brochure and submit the completed form to the following address: Secretariat UTM Perdana JPA Training Programme c/o UTM Perdana School, 6 th Floor, Menara Razak, Jalan Sultan Yahya Petra, Kuala Lumpur Tel: Fax: ablatiff07@gmail.com Website: Closing Date of Application All applications should be submitted to the secretariat office before 30 September 2015

7 REGISTRATION FORM TITLE OF COURSE DATE, DURATION & VENUE Big Data Analytics for Managers and Executives 6-8 October, 2015 Laguna Redang Island Resort, Terengganu PERSONAL PARTICULARS Full Name Designation : Prof. /Dr. /Mr. /Mrs. /Ms. /_ I/C Number COMMUNICATION & MAILING ADDRESS Applicant s Office Address Gender (Male/Female) Date of Birth (Date/Month/Year) Person to be Contacted, in Case of Emergency (Name and Address) Tel Fax Mobile Tel Fax Mobile EMPLOYMENT RECORD Title of Post Employer Duration of Service Type of Organization (Please box) Government Private Main Functions of Organization Semi-Government NGO

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