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    Introduction from Standard Bank

    Tasks in this program

    Task One: SQL for Data Scientists
    30-60 mins
    A relationship with relational databases
    Data Science

    Why complete this job simulation

    A risk-free way to experience work on the job with us at Standard Bank . Practice your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications.
    Self-paced3-4 hoursNo gradesNo assessments

    Welcome to the Data Science Virtual Experience Programme! We are so excited to have you here!

    Here at Standard Bank, we’re passionate about driving sustainable, inclusive growth across Africa. The kind of growth that will make a positive and lasting impact on all our lives. And we put Africa’s dreams, our clients’ dreams, and our peoples’ dreams at the heart of everything we do. 

    During this programme, you will get the opportunity to step into the shoes of a Standard Bank team member and complete tasks that replicate the work that our Data Science team does every day. You’ll learn how to understand the data science project lifecycle, course train a model, and present the process as it relates to business objectives.

    We hope this programme provides a great resource for you to up-skill and strengthen your resume as you explore career options and a potential career at Standard Bank!

    All tasks, materials, companies, and people featured in this programme are simulated and entirely fictional. Any resemblance to real persons (either living or dead) or other real-life entities is purely coincidental.

    Skills you will learn and practice:
    SQL Database
    Python Programming
    Data Analysis
    Machine Learning
    Automated Machine Learning
    Client Communication
    PowerPoint

    How it works

    Complete tasks guided by pre-recorded videos and example answers from our team at Standard Bank . No live sessions, all self-paced.
    Earn a certificate and add it to your resume and LinkedIn as an extra curricular activity.
    Stand out in applications. Confidently answer interview questions and explain why you’re a good fit for our team.
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    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 3-4 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to Standard Bank . Show us you're a motivated candidate.

    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 3-4 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to Standard Bank . Show us you're a motivated candidate.
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    Data Science Virtual Job Simulation

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    "it was a pleasure to work on an amazing project like this, and i gained experience from this simulation"-- Student from Benha University
    "The program has given me practical experience. The sample answers for the tasks were helpful in understanding the standard ways of doing the same."-- Student from Coventry University
    "Machine learning is a game changer in the financial sector, especially for loan risk assessment. By leveraging historical data, we can now predict loan defaults with greater accuracy and speed, enabling data-driven decisions that protect financial stability. Automated solutions like AutoML make this even more accessible, allowing teams to implement..."-- Student from Vignan University
    "The experience was amazing. I got to finally understand what data science is all about. I got to experience what a day-to-day is like for a data scientist. I learnt about the data science life cycle and how to apply it. I also learnt about different techniques of machine learning models and finally I got to present my work. I can confidently say, b..."-- Student from University of Pretoria
    "yeah the program was very good and interactive, I learned ML algorithms, Business Management over there"-- Student from Gujarat Technological University Ahmedabad