It's been dubbed the "sexiest job of the 21st century," and if you're working in the data science field, you've experienced the thrill of discovery firsthand. You've also probably noticed that new tools, technologies, and practices are being developed all the time. As the field advances, it's vital to keep your skills current with the market. I invite you to learn more about the Certificate in Big Data <http://ischool.sjsu.edu/programs/certificate-big-data?utm_source=listservs&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=BigData> program offered fully online by the San Jose State University School of Information. This program provides tools to data scientists and data engineers, as well as helps analytics managers, to formulate business strategies based on data analysis. Guided by a Program Advisory Committee <http://ischool.sjsu.edu/programs/certificate-big-data/big-data-program-advisory-committee?utm_source=listservs&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=BigData> with representatives from Kaggle, IBM, and Splunk, the nine-unit curriculum <http://ischool.sjsu.edu/programs/big-data-certificate/courses?utm_source=listservs&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=BigData> focuses on Big Data Technologies, Web and Data Mining, and Information Visualization. There's still time to apply for fall admission, with classes starting in late August. Please visit our website for admission requirements <http://ischool.sjsu.edu/programs/big-data-certificate/admissions-process?utm_source=listservs&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=BigData>. You may also contact me <http://ischoolapps.sjsu.edu/facultypages/view.php?fac=chenm> with any questions. Best regards, Michelle ___________________ *H. Michelle Chen, Ph.D.* Assistant Professor, School of Information Program Coordinator, Certificate in Big Data San José State University One Washington Square, San José, CA 95192-0029 SJSU iSchool: ischool.sjsu.edu Certificate in Big Data: ischool.sjsu.edu/programs/certificate-big-data