Today, GeoAI is producing unprecedented results and elevating geographic information science to new heights in the explosive era of AI and Big Data. It is the fusion of GIS and AI and enables novel approaches for addressing geospatial challenges in the real world.
The Geo-Artificial Intelligence (GeoAI) and Big Data Diploma is the first tailor-made certification program for GIS and data analyst professionals in the MENA region, which has been jointly designed by the University of Balamand (UOB) and Esri Lebanon (EL). The program aims to work towards creating a capable GIS professional in the field of geospatial big data and artificial intelligence and to develop transferable skills in GeoAI to address issues impacting our environment and societies.
The program, being offered exclusively by the University of Balamand, is made up of 4 modules that are designed to meet the high demand for these skills across many industries: tackling various topics in Big Data, Machine learning, Spatial Analytics, and Design Thinking. Given across three months, students will need to complete the four modules to receive their certification, with each module equivalent to three credits.
- Empower attendees to bring Geospatial information technologies into their organizations improving client and customer engagement.
- Prepare attendees to have the tools needed to succeed in a fast and changing world.
- Learn how to empower connected machines and computers to improve upon their learning by reiterating and consistently updating the data through recursive experiments and human intervention.
- Uncover the value of data harnessing it in new and innovative ways to facilitate data-driven decisions.
- Professionals who intend to gain an understanding of GeoAI and Big Data
- IT, data management, and analytics professionals looking to gain expertise in GeoAI and Big Data
- Basic Knowledge of GIS
- Basic knowledge in linear algebra, trigonometry, and geometry is highly recommended
- Good Knowledge of Python
- Proficiency in English
PROGRAM CERTIFICATION
Participants in the program will receive a joint certificate from UOB and Esri Lebanon acknowledging successful completion.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
- Internship at Esri Lebanon to build GIS applications and solutions
- Exposure to regional and international consultancy firms
- Exposure to senior Data Mining positions in private and public sectors
ACQUIRED SKILLS
- Successful use of GIS software in a professional setting
- Learn how to analyse spatial and non-spatial data using Data Analytics Techniques
- Apply data science techniques and tools for geospatial big data analytics (visualisation, proactive location intelligence and data mining analysis) to your organization’s data management challenges.
PLACES ARE LIMITED.
EARLY REGISTRATIONS
ARE ENCOURAGED.
For more information: amal.iaaly@balamand.edu.lb or +961 3 909067 (whatsapp)