Data management ASSOCIATION (DAMA) - edmontonBusiness Analytics, Data Analytics, Internet of Things Analytics, Data Science, Data Management, Data Governance, Data Operations & Security, Data Stewardship, Data Modeling, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, & Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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As as society of professional members, we understand that we have roles and responsibilities to tell stories in a fair and balanced manner. And we pledge that our coverage of Indigenous peoples will be undertaken in the spirit of the Treaty. We are partners in the living document that is the Treaty. |
Providing a professional platform to data practitioners for their information, knowledge management and certification requirements.
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Webinar (Hybrid - in person and online)
Dec 9 (11.45am-1.00pm (MST) Register - Eventbrite Focus: Data management & analytics to provide enriched data informed decisions for learner support Speaker: Ahmad Jawad --------------------------------- Agenda: 11.45am-12.00 noon - Welcome and chapter social session 12.00pm-12.45pm: Introductions and Presentation 12.45pm-1.00pm: Q & A -----------------------------------------------------------
Topic: Data management & analytics to provide enriched data informed decisions for learner support Speaker: Ahmad Jawad, CEO, Intellimedia Inc. Edmonton Abstract: How do school districts and Colleges and Universities support learners in their education. What kinds of data driven decision making is available? What kind of education dashboards and education analytics and integration solutions are helping schools power student success. Come and learn about the flagship education solutions such as Dossier Education Management System, SchoolEngage and InteliLink. Speaker BIO: Ahmad Jawad is an established member of the Alberta Tech community, having founded and expanded Intellimedia into a thriving corporation in the EdTech field focusing on Education Analytics and digitize form management. Ahmad holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the University of Alberta as well as an Executive Master of Business Administration from Athabasca University and completed a Management Excellence program at Harvard Business School. Ahmad is a believer in continuous learning, he speaks 3 languages, English, French and Arabic. Ahmad is a passionate community steward, committing both time and resources to supporting several not-for-profit organizations. Ahmad passionately believes in public education and a focus on student learning. Ahmad is on the board of Technology Alberta and a board member at the Computer Science Industry Advisory committee at University of Alberta. Intellimedia Inc. is hosting our in-person meeting at the ATC 9650 - 20 Avenue NW, Edmonton. Please register so we can cater for the attendee food and beverage needs. Also send an email to damaedmonton@gmail.com if you are attending in person and have any food restrictions. An experienced and trusted partner, Intellimedia Inc. offers services and solutions that maximize the value of systems and data to power and achieve organizational success. Equipped with extensive knowledge and experience in business process, data management, and integration, Intellimedia Inc. helps organizations expand capabilities of existing systems, as well as complements them with customized solutions. Our goal is to ensure solutions are tailored to help maximize all the benefits your technology and information has to offer. Intellimedia is focused on education analytics and integration solutions that are helping schools power student success. Among their flagship education solutions are Dossier Education Management System, SchoolEngage and InteliLink. To Become a DAMA Edmonton member or register to attend on the DAMA Edmonton website Visit: Register/Store 
For more information, email: damaedmonton@gmail.com
Certification for Data Analysts - Certified Data Scientist, Certified Business Intelligence Professional, Certified Data Professional, Certified Data Governance and Stewardship Professional, Certified Big Data Professional, and Data Science Certification Programs are available from:https://iccp.org To Become a DAMA Edmonton member or register on the DAMA Edmonton website Visit: Register/Store DAMA Edmonton Webinars, hosted by ICCP (Please register so we know how many seats to accommodate) 
Certified Data Governance and Stewardship Professional;
Certified Big Data Professional - visit iccp.org Certified Data Professional Cyber Security Professional (CSP) is available from:https://iccp.org NAIT: Data Science Continuing Education Program
Data Science Certificate: This educational certificate is targeted for people with no or basic knowledge about Data Science and is delivered in over 80 hours. It teaches about data analysis, data visualization, data mining, and machine learning. The primary toolset is the python data science ecosystem (http://www.nait.ca/program_home_103349.htm) 
DAMA Edmonton Chapter and the Alberta Society of Engineering Technologists (ASET) are working together to promote Women in Technology.
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Tutor-led Start: January 19, June 17, September 20, 2021 Note: Instructor/Tutor-led course are open to access/use on the date(s) stated above, but only after registration fees are paid . A un/pw will be provided to you within 3 business days after payment of fees. Actual instructor to student live sessions (typically one hour per week) commence after a negotiation with the attendees to find a suitable common time for meeting online (web-conferencing). Late registration is possible: the course can be extended, but without instructor interaction after the 12 weeks. Independent Study: Start any time. Purchase your course from the Register/Store link above and you will receive credentials within 3 business days after payment of fees to access the course, reference text books, online sample examinations and other study materials. We look forward to seeing you on our Webinars.
Also if you haven't done so for 2021, please pay your membership fees either individual or Corporate. Your membership and donations allow us to hold these informative sessions and invite exciting speakers. Companies wishing to sponsor monthly meetings may contact Bob Hiew, VP Business Development Thank you, Stephen Kaiser President, DAMA Edmonton Chapter AVP. Data Trust, Science, and Information Experience, Information Management Canadian Western Bank Congratulations Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi - DAMA Edmonton - View the Full Interview with then Mayoral Candidate.
Cory JanssenDAMA Edmonton recognizes AltaML an Alberta startup success story. They have been hiring and are growing rapidly. ML/AI are the keys to business innovation and diversification.
SAS is also sponsoring a Women in Analytics movement and this aligns well with Women in Big Data Chapter in Edmonton
They are providing a few resources to us to distribute to members. 1) Free SAS Courses -- Currently there are two free e-learning courses available in SAS. Statistics Level 1 and Programing Level 1. 2) Free SAS -- The University edition http://www.sas.com/en_us/software/university-edition.html . This is a free version of SAS available on Mac/pc/linux. Also integrates with Jupyter Notebook to make a great Analytics workbench for any aspiring Woman in Big Data. There are also several hundred free videos related to using SAS via the above link. DAMA Edmonton sponsors - Snowflake, Tantus, NAITDAMA Edmonton Chapter is sponsoring the establishment of the Women In Big Data (WIBD) Chapter in Alberta. WIBD is a major initiative of Intel leaders (Ziya Mah, Radhika Rangarajan and Shala Arshi), to recognize the contributions of outstanding women in the field of big data. Chapters have formed all over the world, many as MeetUp Groups, others are more formally organized. The Founding Lead/Champion for WiBD Alberta is Dr. Diana Shaw. If you are interested in joining WiBD Alberta, and actively engaging in this initiative, please send an email to Diana Shaw at shawsolutions@shaw.ca
Alberta AI and DAMA Edmonton Chapter - CollaborationThe Alberta AI group and DAMA Edmonton are working together to put on events that benefit our industry - more details coming via email - so make sure you are on the email list from DMC-Canada and DAMA Edmonton.
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