The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education

(IFHE), Hyderabad
(Deemed to be University u/s 3 of UGC Act, 1956)

90% Fortune 500 companies are likely to have big data initiatives
1,500,000 data-savvy managers are needed by 2018 to
capably exploit data for strategic business decisions
$114 billion total industry market value for big data hardware,
software and services by 2018
INTRODUCTION HIGHLIGHTS
The Program introduces the complete
There is a growing demand across all industry sectors for graduates who are trained to cycle of data analysis in business
analyze raw data and extract insights that can help businesses to plan strategically. applications.
Data Analytics is used for many purposes, such as fraud detection, credit risk modeling, It deals with the Big Data Analysis which
forecasting, developing pricing models, monitoring personal health, etc. For the past few cannot fit in the computers memory and
years it has become an area of strategic importance nationally and internationally. The application of such analysis to various
need for data analytics is due to the massive accumulation of Big Data in all industries applications
to include but not limited to healthcare, finance, government (central, state, and local), Electives to specialize different data
analytic techniques required for specific
and cyber defense.
industries.
In this context a new specialist program MSc in Data Analytics is conceived, designed The industry-linked internship will
and developed by the Faculty of Science & Technology (FST), IFHE, Hyderabad to meet provide an opportunity to analyze and
the demand of new age Data Analysts. provide solutions to todays real-world
It is an inter-disciplinary two-year postgraduate program in Data Analysis. The objective data analytic problems.
of the program is to impart students with strong computing and quantitative skills coupled Focus Areas
with an understanding of application of these techniques to business. The program will
The Program consists of five core
provide the students hands-on experience to work with companies using complex data.
courses along with following focus
It also provides students the opportunity to study in detail the specialized aspects of data
areas: Computer Science, Prescriptive
analytics. The students need to undergo internship in companies where data analytics
Analytics, Statistics, and Applied
is already implemented. This will help them integrate the educational topics learnt in the
Information Technology. The students
classroom and apply them practically to overcome problems.
can select one or more focus areas, with
Areas in which opportunities for data analytics practitioners exist include retail, financial the approval of their advisor, to choose
services, telecommunications, health, gaming and digital media and government a coherent set of electives from different
organizations. Graduates will take roles such as analytics consultants, data warehouse areas.
managers, business analysts, and master data managers.
The core courses are designed to provide
We at IFHE are committed to offer innovative, market-driven, emerging programs for the an overview of the main technical areas
students. In this pursuit, we are offering the MSc in Data Analytics Program. There are of Data Analytics. The core courses will
very few institutions/universities in India offering such a Program at PG level. Secondly, address the following areas:
Analytics and Decision Analysis
because of the many application areas that could benefit from data analytics, the program
Data Mining
has the potential to contribute to regional and national prosperity.
Big Data and Advanced Analytics
Statistical Modeling and Visualization

For Whom
This program is intended for enabling
practitioners, managers, and decision-
makers to use advanced analytics for better
decision-making and in-depth understanding
of these concepts using hands-on
technique(s) and relating to businesses
across the world.
The program may also be of interest
to participants from various analytics
organizations to better understand the
underlying concepts of these advanced
techniques. An aptitude for quantitative
modeling and some prior experience in use
of analytics is desirable.
ELGIBILITY CRITERIA The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education
(IFHE), a Deemed University.
B.Tech / B.E. Graduates
BSc (Maths)/ BSc (Physics) / BSc (Statistics) / MCA The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education
(IFHE) is a Deemed to be University established
Other graduates are also eligible provided they have a strong grounding in following areas:
under section 3 of UGC Act, 1956.
Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Programming at their 10+2 level. Such candidates are
required to undergo a Foundation Course administered by us before they take up the MSc Programs, currently offered by IFHE:
Program. Faculty of Science & Technology (FST): B.Tech
in 5 disciplines: Civil Engg.; Computer Science
Program Structure & Engg.; Electrical & Electronics.Engg.;
Semester - I Semester - II Electronics & Communications Engg.; and
Databases & Information Retrieval Data Mining Mechanical Engg.
Statistical Methods for Data Analysis Predictive Analytics
First Year

ICFAI Business School (IBS): BBA; MBA; PhD

Optimization and Heuristics
Java Programming
Topics in Analytics with R
Programming Lab Courses/ Project
Courses - I
Semester - III
Text Analytics
Social Networks Analysis Faculty of Law (FoL): BBA-LLB (Hons.); LLM
Topics in Analytics with Python Rankings
Programming Lab Courses/ Project
Courses - II IFHE is ranked 1st among Top 10 Universities
Semester - IV in India Silicon India, 2014

Data Visualization Internship Program in Industries/ FST is ranked 1st among Top 10 Emerging
Engineering Colleges in India Silicon
Second Year

Analytics for Big Data organizations where already Data

Data Warehousing Analytics is implemented India, 2014.
ELECTIVES (3):
Campus
Customer Analytics
Risk Management The campus is 91 acre lush green with a
Health Care built-up area of over 10 lakh sq.ft. The fully
The program structure is tentative, subject to change (if required). residential campus is equipped with the state-
ELECTIVE COURSES: of-the-art teaching, sports and recreational
(1) Customer Analytics (a) Credit Scoring Management facilities. Complete academic monitoring and
(a) Marketing Research (b) Credit Risk Management (AND)
(b) Advanced Marketing Research (OR) (c) Strategic Business Risk Management control is done through the Intranet the
(a) Data Analysis for Brand Management Campus Net and the Faculty zone. The entire
(b) Analytics-Driven Brand Management (AND) (3) Healthcare:
(a) Health Informatics
campus is Wi-Fi enabled.
(c) Data Analysis, Forecasting and Risk Analysis
(b) Health Care Databases (OR) Hostel and Dining Facilities: Hostel and mess
(2) Risk Management: (a) Advanced Statistics and Data Visualization
(a) Mathematical Methods for Quantitative Finance (b) Data Visualization in Health Care (AND) facilities are available within the campus.
(b) Financial Data Modeling and Analysis (OR) (c) Data Mining in Healthcare
Transportation Services: The University
provides connecting bus service between its
campus and the city.
Medical and Counceling Services: The
medical and counseling center services are
dedicated to the needs of University students
and the staff. General practitioners, nurses and
counselors work from this center as a team to
provide treatment, counseling and advice for
medical and personal problems.
Sports and Recreation Facilities:
Football and Cricket Ground
Swimming Pool
Gymnasium
State-of-the-art courts for Badminton,
Basketball, Squash and Volleyball
Indoor games facilities like chess, caroms,
table tennis, etc.
 Fee Structure
Applicants selected for the MSc. Program are required to
pay the fee as per the following schedule.
Admission Fee: The Admission Fee of `20,000 is to be
paid by all selected students one time during admission.
Program Fee (per semester) ` 85,000
One time Students Activity Fund ` 5,000
One time Alumni Fee ` 5,000
Caution Deposit (Refundable) ` 10,000

For more details about the program, please contact:

Dr. M Raja, Program Advisor, Faculty of Science & Technology,
IFHE Hyderabad. Cell No: 7731009990,
E-mail:mraja@ifheindia.org

Campus:
The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (IFHE)
Donthanpalli, Shankerpalli Road, Hyderabad-501 203
Ph: 08417-236676
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The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (IFHE), Hyderabad
(Deemed to be University under section 3 of UGC Act, 1956)

APPLICATION MATERIAL
Selection to the M.Sc Data Analytics Program is highly
competitive. The Program is for candidates having
consistently good academic record, professional
accomplishments and a strong urge to contribute
to knowledge creation and dissemination in inter-
disciplinary areas with focus on main technical areas
of Data Analytics which include:
Analytics and Decision Analysis
Data Mining
Big Data and Advanced Analytics
Statistical Modeling and Visualization
Eligibility
B.Tech / B.E. Graduates
BSc (Maths)/ BSc (Physics) / BSc (Statistics) / MCA
Other graduates are also eligible provided they
have a strong grounding in following areas:
Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Programming
at their 10+2 level. Such candidates are required
to undergo a Foundation Course administered by
us before they take up the MSc Program.
Admission Process
The components of evaluating the students for
admission into the MSc Data Analytics are:
Past Academic Record especially in Statistics,
Mathematics, Computer Programming.
Admission Interview
Appropriate weightages are assigned to each of
the above components and the composite score is
computed based on the applicants performance.
Admission is strictly based on merit.
The admission process will be conducted for two days
and will be held at the campus of ICFAI Foundation
for Higher Education (IFHE) at Hyderabad. The
shortlisted applicants will receive the interview call
letter along with the enrolment form, personal data
form, the scheduled date for the admission process.
Admission Interview: The objective of the final
interview is to assess the applicants competence
in the subject studied, motivation, attitude and
motivation to pursue the Program.
Those who are finally selected for admission or
waitlisted will be intimated individually.
Commencement of Classes: The classes will
commence from September 14, 2015 at the
IcfaiTech, Faculty of Science & Technology, IFHE
Campus.

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 Guidelines on how to complete the Application Form
The applicants are advised to read the
guidelines carefully before completing the
Application Form for Admission.
Application Form
a) Please make sure that you meet the
eligibility criteria before filling up the
form.
b) Fill the Application Form in Capital
Letters.
c) Provide all the available information
under appropriate sections.
d) Make sure to sign the Application Form.
e) Retain a photocopy of the completed
Application Form.
f) Cost of the Application material is
` 500.
Attested Copies of Certificates
Applicants have to enclose self attested copies of the following
certificates.
Date of Birth Certificate / Class X Certificate.
Marksheet of Class X / XII / Degree certificate (as may
be applicable).
Certificates related to professional experience if any.
Any other certificates pertaining to academic and other
activities.
Submission of Application Form
The completed Application Form for Admission may be sent to:
Program Advisor, IcfaiTech, (FST), IFHE
# 65, 3rd Floor, Nagarjuna Hills, Punjagutta,
Hyderabad - 500 082, Telangana State.
Cell: 7731009990, E-mail: mraja@ifheindia.org
www.ifheindia.org

Fee
Admission Fee completion of the Program. The caution deposit is
payable within 10 days from the date of admission
All students are required to pay a Admission Fee of
intimation.
` 20,000 at the time of admission.
Students Activity Fund
Program Fee
All students are required to pay the Students Activity
Students have to pay a fee of ` 85,000/- at the
Fund of ` 5,000 at the beginning of the first semester.
beginning of each semester.
Alumni Fee
Remittance
An amount of ` 5,000 need to be paid by all the
All payments should be made by way of Demand
students towards Alumni Fee at the beginning of the
Draft in favour of The ICFAI Foundation for Higher
first semester.
Education - Fee Collection A/c, payable at Hyderabad.
Accommodation and Transportation for
Caution Deposit
Students
All students are required to pay a caution deposit
Hostel facility is available within the campus. Limited
of `10,000 at the time of admission. This deposit is
hostel rooms are available at IFHE campus, Day
towards library books, use of computer and other
scholars can avail bus facility from city to campus
facilities. The caution deposit will be refunded without
on payment basis.
interest (and after adjusting fee dues, if any) on

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The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (IFHE), Application No.
Hyderabad IDA2015-
(Deemed to be University under section 3 of UGC Act, 1956)

A P P L I C AT I O N F O R M
Please send the completed Application Form by Speed Post / Courier to the Program Advisor,
IcfaiTech, (FST), IFHE, # 65, 3rd Floor, Nagarjuna Hills, Punjagutta, Hyderabad - 500 082, Telangana State.
1. PERSONAL DETAILS (Use Capitals Only)

Name : Mr./Ms.
(As it appears in Official Records. Underline Surname)

Parents/Guardians Name Mr./Ms.

Mailing Address

City State Pin

Tel (Off) (Res)
(STD Code) - (Phone No) (STD Code) - (Phone No)

Fax Mobile
(STD Code) - (Fax No)
1 9 Paste a recent color
E-mail* Date of Birth
photograph of size
3.5 x 4.5 cms.
Permanent Address Photograph must __not
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be
larger than this box.
Do not sign the
City Photograph
and do not staple
State Pin

*As all the offices are fully computerized, applicants are strongly advised to give E-mail address and Mobile number for speedy communication.

2. ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS (DO NOT ENCLOSE ANY CERTIFICATES)

Duration Year of Aggregate % of Division
Examination Level Qualification Board / University
From To Passing Marks or CGPA Obtained
Graduation
Postgraduation
Others
Note: Candidates should have proficiency in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Programming at their 10+2 level

3. LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
Please list languages and tick (3) at the appropriate place. Underline your mother tongue.
The medium of instruction is English. All students are expected to have proficiency in speaking and writing good English.
Writing Reading Speaking
Languages
Good Fair Nil Good Fair Nil Good Fair Nil
English

Other
Languages

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4. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS IN ACADEMICS AND SPORTS
List awards, distinctions, honors and scholarships (academic, extracurricular, community services, etc).
Awards Year Basis

5. SOURCE OF CONTACT (Please tick [3]) Please mention how you came to know about ICFAI
News paper Article News paper Advt. Social Media Website Electronic Media Educational Fairs Friends
Others (please specify) _________________________________________________________________________________

6. WHY DO YOU WANT TO JOIN THE MSc PROGRAM? Describe briefly / use additional sheets if required
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7. FAMILY BACKGROUND
a. No. of Brothers: No. of Sisters:
Any Family members studied at ICFAI, Hyderabad : Yes No
if yes, Please give the following information: Name ______________________________________________
Year of Passing ______________________, Present Occupation __________________________________
b. Parents
Father Mother
Name Name
Qualifications Qualifications
Occupation Business Professional Central Govt. Occupation Business Professional Central Govt.
State Govt. Public Sector Private Sector State Govt. Public Sector Private Sector
Others (please specify) . Others (please specify) .
Designation Designation
Annual Salary/ Annual Salary/
Income Income
Organization & Organization &
Address City: Pin: Address City: Pin:
Ph (O): Mobile: Ph (O): Mobile:
Personal E-mail: Personal E-mail:
Company Website: Company Website:

8. DECLARATION
I certify that I satisfy the eligibility requirements of the MSc Data Analytics as stated in the Application Material of the IcfaiTech, (Faculty of Science
and Technology). I hereby declare that all the particulars stated in this application are true to the best of my knowledge and belief. I also declare
that I have read and understood all the rules and regulations governing admission and agree to abide by the same if selected. I solemnly undertake
not to resort to any canvassing directly or indirectly in support of my application. I also understand that the decision of the Admissions Committee
regarding my admission will be final.

Place:
Date: Signature of the Applicant
Please retain a photocopy of the Application Form with you.