Introduction

This customized leadership development program is designed for individuals who have recently taken on a new leadership role as a Principal Data Scientist and Technical Lead. The program will provide participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively lead and manage data science projects and teams.

Training Program Objectives

• To understand the fundamentals of leadership, including different leadership styles and the characteristics of an effective leader
• To develop effective communication and collaboration skills
• To learn the fundamentals of project management and how to lead and manage data science projects
• To acquire technical skills in data science, machine learning, data visualization, and programming languages
• To apply the concepts and skills learned through case studies and real-world examples
• To receive mentorship and coaching from experienced leaders in the field

Competencies

• Leadership skills
• Communication and collaboration skills
• Project management skills
• Technical skills in data science and machine learning
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills

Personal Benefits

• Improved leadership skills and confidence
• Enhanced communication and collaboration skills
• Increased ability to manage and lead data science projects
• Improved technical skills and knowledge
• Increased problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Opportunities for mentorship and coaching

Organizational Benefits

• Improved leadership capabilities of data science teams
• Enhanced communication and collaboration within data science teams
• Increased ability to manage and lead data science projects
• Improved technical skills and knowledge of data science teams
• Increased problem-solving and decision-making abilities within data science teams
• Improved alignment of data science initiatives with organizational objectives

Training Methodologies

• Classroom instruction
• Group activities and discussions
• Case studies and real-world examples
• Mentorship and coaching
• Final project

Target Audience

• Data Science Team Leads
• Data Science Project Managers
• Data Science Department Heads
• Data Science Managerial staff
• Senior Data Scientists with management responsibilities
• Data Science Managers with Technical Lead responsibilities
• Principal Data Scientists in a Technical Lead role
• Individuals who have recently taken on a new leadership role in a data science team

Training Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Leadership

• Overview of leadership styles and their characteristics
• The role of a leader in an organization
• Characteristics of an effective leader
• Self-assessment of leadership skills

Module 2: Communication and Collaboration

• Importance of effective communication in a leadership role
• Building and maintaining relationships with team members, stakeholders, and other key players in the organization
• Collaboration skills and techniques
• Handling conflicts and difficult situations

Module 3: Project Management

• Fundamentals of project management
• Planning, execution, monitoring and controlling, and closing phases
• Managing and leading teams and projects effectively
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills

Module 4: Technical Skills Review

• Data Science methodologies
• Machine learning algorithms and techniques
• Data visualization techniques
• Programming languages and tools used in data science
• Best practices for data management and governance

Module 5: Case Studies and Real-World Examples

• Analysis and solving problems using data science techniques
• Leading and managing data science projects
• Group activities and discussions

Module 6: Mentorship and Coaching

• Mentorship and coaching from experienced leaders in the field
• Opportunities for participants to ask questions, receive feedback, and learn from the experiences of others

Module 7: Final Project

• Leading and managing a data science project from start to finish
• Presentation and evaluation of the final project