Great Learning Academy offers programs in Data Science, Big Data, Machine Learning, and Cloud Computing. Admission requires a minimum graduation score of 50%, an online application, submission of academic documents, and a telephonic interview. A screening test on aptitude and reasoning precedes a personal interview to assess candidates' backgrounds and motivations. The course spans five months, with an application fee and potential scholarships based on screening results. Faculty members are experienced scholars with PhDs and over a decade of industry experience, providing both theoretical and practical learning.
The curriculum includes 9 modules, each with internal and external exams, totaling 18 exams, and teaching assistants help students succeed. The data science program fee is approximately Rs. 3,50,000, payable via credit card, cheque, DD, or net banking, with no cash accepted. Additional costs like transportation and accommodation are not included, but scholarships and loans can reduce fees to around Rs. 3,00,000. The program offers robust placement support with packages ranging from INR 4 LPA to 15 LPA, averaging between INR 6-8 LPA.
Recruiters include top companies like IBM, Cognizant, Google, and Microsoft. Despite being a certificate course without formal placements, students achieved full placements with an average package of INR 8 LPA. Roles secured include Software Engineer, Data Analyst, and Data Scientist. The college offers a Rs. 50,000 scholarship and multiple loan facilities, with interest rates between 6% and 10%. Fees can be paid in installments, and loans are available for those needing financial assistance.
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