Machine Learning Concepts for Analysts
Course overview
Machine learning is reshaping analytics, and analysts need to understand its foundations. This course explains the main concepts and methods in accessible terms and shows where they fit within practical analysis work.
What you will gain
- Explain what machine learning can and cannot do
- Distinguish supervised from unsupervised methods
- Understand how models learn from data
- Recognise the importance of good training data
- Evaluate model performance sensibly
- Identify suitable use cases in the organisation
Who should attend
- Data and business analysts
- Reporting and MIS professionals
- Technical staff exploring analytics
- Anyone curious about machine learning
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 to 11 Nov 2026 | Dubai | 3 Days | US$1,500 | Book |
| 8 to 10 Mar 2027 | London | 3 Days | US$1,500 | Book |
| 12 to 14 Jul 2027 | Johannesburg | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Dates run in the second week of each month. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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