CCMS secures free DataCamp access for Cyber Envergans

The College of Computing and Multimedia Studies (CCMS) secured free access to DataCamp's Classroom feature for its students through the initiative of Mary Meliza Parcon, one of the CCMS faculty members handling data science courses. 

"The program was formally approved in October 2024, which reinforces CCMS’s dedication to skills-based education, ensuring students are prepared to meet the challenges of the modern workforce," Parcon stated.

With access to over 450 courses on DataCamp, students can enhance their skills in data science and analytics. The courses cover a range of topics, including programming languages like Python and R, data visualization, cloud computing, database management, and generative AI. This variety of topics ensures that learners can find courses that match their interests and career goals. 

Furthermore, free certifications are also provided to serve as proof that learners have acquired the necessary skills in their respective fields. This adds another layer of credibility to the learners' achievements and can be used to demonstrate their competencies to potential employers. 

"The addition of DataCamp’s resources will not only enrich the college’s curriculum but also provide valuable hands-on learning experiences. By engaging with real-world data and projects, students will be better equipped to apply their knowledge in practical settings. This approach aligns well with the university’s commitment to outcomes-based education, where the focus is on developing skills that are directly applicable in the workforce." Assoc. Prof. Rodrigo C. Belleza Jr., Dean of the College of Computing and Multimedia Studies shared.

"This partnership with DataCamp marks another step forward in CCMS's efforts to provide practical, cutting-edge education to its students, preparing them for successful careers in the fast-evolving field of technology." Dean Belleza added.

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• Goal 4: Quality Education - This initiative enhances educational opportunities by providing access to a wide range of online courses, ensuring that students can acquire the skills needed for the modern workforce. It promotes inclusive and equitable quality education and encourages lifelong learning opportunities for all.
• Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth - By equipping students with data science and analytics skills, the program supports productive employment and decent work. The free certifications add value to students’ qualifications, making them more competitive in the job market.
• Goal 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure - The partnership with DataCamp fosters innovation in education by integrating technology into the learning process. This collaboration enhances the college's curriculum and prepares students to contribute to sustainable industrialization and foster innovation in the tech industry.
• Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities - Providing free access to high-quality educational resources helps reduce inequalities in education by ensuring that all students, regardless of their background, have the opportunity to develop critical skills in a high-demand field.
• Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals - This initiative exemplifies collaboration between educational institutions and external organizations (DataCamp), highlighting the importance of partnerships in achieving sustainable development goals.