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.

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