The holder of certification in the specialty “Predictive Analytics Consultant in Decision Making”s defined as a person who is capable of promoting the use of predictive analytics tools to support strategic and operational decision making in organisations and businesses. They are able to understand the basic principles of predictive analytics, process data using simple statistical and digital tools, and advise on the application of prediction practices in different areas such as sales, health, insurance, and industry.
Successful participation in the certification exams for this subject demonstrates the individual’s ability to analyse data, evaluate different prediction models, recognise limitations and challenges, and apply basic predictive analytics methodologies to improve real-world decisions.
His indicative job responsibilities include the following:
- Collection, classification, and processing of data from different sources
- Support for the application of basic statistical techniques and software tools for producing predictions
- Support for decision making in business or social environments
- Promotion of the use of predictive analytics in areas such as sales or risk management
- Participation in working groups that examine trends, predictions, and decisions.
Requirements for taking the certification test:
Be 18 years old or older and have/be:
- Academic Degree
or
- Graduate of an optional secondary school, as applicable in his/her country of origin or residence and completion of a training programme of at least 60 hours in a relevant subject
or
- Graduate of optional secondary education (e.g. Vocational High School), as applicable in his/her country of origin or residence with an educational orientation in a related subject.
or
- Graduate of an optional secondary education, as applicable in his/her country of origin or residence, with at least 6 months of professional experience in a related field.
