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Course Details

The Diploma in Data Analytics for Business at IIT Madras is a one-year programme of the BS Degree in Management and Data Science. The Diploma programme equips learners with the relevant skill set to address business problems with data analytics and help them become industry-ready professionals who can draw meaningful insights from data to drive business growth.

The IIT Madras Diploma in Data Analytics for Business is an exit option in the BS Management and Data Science programme. The students can exit with the Diploma in Data Analytics for Business after completing the required Foundation level and specified diploma-level courses. They can even continue to pursue the BS in Management and Data Science after completing all eight courses in Foundation Level and all courses and projects in Diploma Level.

Programme Offerings

online programme
Flexible learning
Live interactive sessions
assignments
quizzes
Projects
In-person term-end exams

Eligibility Criteria

To enrol in the IIT Madras Diploma in Data Analytics for Business, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:

Must have passed Class 12 or equivalent Mathematics and English in class 10
Candidates can join the IIT Madras Diploma in Data Analytics for Business after completing all eight Foundation Level courses.

Admission Details

Admission to IIT Madras Diploma in Data Analytics for Business is made after completing all the Foundation level courses of the BS Degree in Management and Data Science. The IIT Madras admission for Diploma in Data Analytics for Business follows two paths:

Regular Entry, where applicants have to complete a 4-week Qualifier Process and pass the Qualifier Exam to get admission to the Foundation Level.
JEE-Based Entry, where candidates who qualified for the current year’s JEE Advanced exam can directly register for Foundation Level courses.

Application Details

Here is the step-by-step process for IIT Madras Diploma in Data Analytics for Business admission:

Visit the official website - study.iitm.ac.in/mg/
Fulfil the eligibility criteria
Click on Apply Now and Sign-in using the Google account
Fill in the application form
Upload required documents, such as Class 10 and 12 marksheets, a photograph, signature, ID proof, and Scoresheet / admit card / registration receipt ( for JEE-based entry).
Pay the application fee of Rs 4,000 (for General Category / OBC Applicants)
Submit the form

The Syllabus

The syllabus of IIT Madras Diploma in Data Analytics for Business is designed to provide a strong foundation in database systems, data structures, and core management principles. It equips learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to implement data analytics techniques within real-world business and management contexts. The detailed Diploma in Data Analytics for Business syllabus at IIT Madras is as follows:

Python for Data Analytics
Data Management
Analysis of Economic Data
Marketing Analytics
HR Analytics
Financial Analytics
Operations Management
Supply Chain Analytics
Business Management Project
Business Analytics Project

Other Courses at Diploma Level

Corporate Finance
Organizational Behaviour
Money Banking and Financial Markets
Marketing Management
Macroeconomics
Managerial Economics

Evaluation Process

Students of the IIT Madras Diploma in Data Analytics for Business programme are required to attend term-exams in person at the designated exam centers. Learners who complete all the courses and projects in the Foundation and Diploma levels with an overall CGPA >=6.0 and a CGPA >=7.0 for the projects, within a time duration of 15 terms or 5 years can earn the Diploma in Data Analytics for Business from IIT Madras. They can either exit with the Diploma certificate or choose to proceed to the Degree Level of the programme.

IIT Madras (IITM) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What is IIT Madras Diploma in Data Analytics for Business?

The IIT Madras Diploma in Data Analytics for Business is a diploma level programme of BS Degree in Management and Data Science.

2: Who can apply for IIT Madras Diploma in Data Analytics for Business?

Candidates who have passed 10+2 or equivalent and completed all the courses and projects in the foundation level can apply for Diploma in Data Analytics for Business at IIT Madras.

3: Can I pursue only a Diploma in Data Analytics for Business?

Yes, once you join the IIT Madras BS in Management and Data Science programme, you have the option to exit with a Diploma in Data Analytics for Business at Diploma level.

4: How can I apply for the IIT Madras Diploma in Data Analytics for Business?

Candidates have to submit an application form, pay the application fee and upload required documents.

5: Is there a scholarship available for the IIT Madras Degree programme?

There is a fee waiver in the application stage for only SC / ST / PwD candidates.