BCS Foundation Award – Understanding the Data In Your Organisation
Course Outline
Get a clear understanding around data and how it’s used in your business, from the terminology, general principles and data management approaches to data lifecycle, architecture, quality and security – as well as the role of data in AI and machine learning.
Prerequisites
Who Is This For?
- Anyone who works in a data role or area of the business that manages data such as marketing, accounts or customer service
- Digital professionals who are transitioning to a role working in AI or machine learning
- Candidates who want to develop their digital knowledge and enhance their credentials and value to the organisation
- Anyone who wants to know more about industry’s dependence on data and the relationship between data and machine learning
What Will I Learn?
This award sits within the Data area of the AI Foundation Pathway, providing a valuable overview to the field and a vital education for practitioners in every sector.
You’ll learn about:
- types of data
- the data lifecycle
- structured and unstructured data
- data architecture
- data analytics
- data quality
- data compliance and audit
This award counts towards the:
Foundation Certificate in AI (you will need to pass the exam for 4 relevant awards from the list here)
Foundation Diploma in AI (you will need to pass the exam for 8 relevant awards from the list here)
How Do I Take The Exam?
Training and exam (recommended)
Take this course with one of our accredited training providers.
How long will it take?
Class courses normally take around 2 or 3 days.
Where can I study?
The training provider will be able to advise you, but typical options include:
- At an approved provider near you
- At your computer via e-learning or web conference learning
How much does it cost?
Prices for courses vary depending on your chosen training provider, country and course format.
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Examination & Certification
Exam only (self study)
Ideal if you’re self-motivated and already know something about AI and related areas, although we do recommend a training provider for this course.
How do I book an exam?
Call +44 (0)1793 417417 to book your exam.
How long will it take?
As a guide, the estimated total qualification time for this award is 50 hours based around 49.5 hours of independent learning (if at a training provider, we recommend 16 hours of contact time, plus 33.5 hours of independent learning) and a 30-minute summative assessment.
Where do I sit my exam?
If you’re studying for this qualification without a training provider you can sit this exam directly with BCS online.
How much does it cost?
UK price: £75 + £35 for exam remote proctor + VAT.
International prices may vary by region, please check international pricing via our Customer Service team.
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Each training course is divided into video sections and subsections.
Videos contain animations to support what the trainer is lecturing — the animations correspond to the sections provided in the traditional mode of training.
To keep our candidates engaged, we have incorporated quizzes into our eLearning training courses.
