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Career Management, Skills Development Expert - Answered on Aug 21, 2024

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Question by Jyoti on Jul 19, 2024Hindi

Career

What is the avg salary of data scientist and is it worth doing ?Where can I do a course in data science (I am from non engineering background)? Also are there certain other courses that I can pursue to get a job?

Ans: Hi Jyoti,
There is a wide range of salaries for data scientists just like a wide range of skills a data scientist has to have, also this is a constantly evolving field, so you have to be really into it to be successful. There are numerous resources available for free on the internet/YouTube where you can get started, and if you like the field you can pursue a degree and career in this. Once you learn the basics, what matters most is that you have a portfolio of real projects that will differentiate you in the marketplace.

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Question by vivek - Jul 04, 2024Hindi

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Hello sir I had seen giving you some wonderful career advice to so many people here Please also suggest me as I want to purse career in data science. which institution should I go for ? I am confused as there are so many institute not sure which one is authentic that can provide me job I have 10 ex years of experience but jobless from last 6 months

Ans: Vivek, You have 10 years of experience in what? You plan 'Career Transition'? What motivated you to pursue Data Science? Lot of Colleges / Institutes provide programs in Data Science (as you have mentioned) including some IITs for working professionals. Depends upon you want to join part-time / full-time / weekend / online courses / affordability of fees? If you are based in any Metro City, you can easily find a best Institute which provides Job Guarantee. Spend a day or two to thoroughly Research about the College / Job Placement Guarantee & even personality visiting the Colleges / Institutes will further help you, find out a best solution. However, please note, as you will be considered a s a Fresher after completing the course, you can't expect much salary initially and will need a lot of patience and gain experience. All the BEST for Your Bright Future.

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Question by Sadan - Aug 24, 2024Hindi

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How is career in Data Science?

Ans: Hi Sadan
The career in Data Science (DS) is excellent.
Without much thinking, you can opt for it, if you are thinking so.

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