Overview
The Data Science programme from Asian Institute of Management is the first of its kind in the Philippines, specifically made to assemble practitioners who can lead pioneering research in the world of data analytics. The PhD programme seeks to produce data science leaders in the era of Industry 4.0, where they will steer the course of emerging technologies with the capacity to shape human society.
Learning Goals
- students must be able to demonstrate a comprehensive and systematic understanding of the field of data science, a mastery of the research methods used in data science, and a commitment to the scholarly advancement of data science as a discipline.
- students must be able to conceive, design, implement, and adapt a substantial process of research using methodologies of data science to solve critical problems in research and/or innovation that span traditional disciplinary divides and have substantial implications.
- students must be able to demonstrate the capabilities of promoting and advancing the role of data science in technological, social, and cultural advancements of societies.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Biomedical and Healthcare Systems
- Financial Systems
- Innovation and Business
- Logistics and Supply Chains
- Learning Theory
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
- Master's Degree in any of the following: Data Science, Math, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science, or other relevant degrees that have covered: multivariate calculus, linear algebra, statistics or probability theory, and computer programming.
- Knowledge and experience in artificial intelligence, network science, deep learning, complex systems, or expertise in similar fields.
- Programming proficiency in C++ or Python programming.
- TOEFL or IELTS test result (for international applicants only)
- Two (2) Reference letters (one from an academic source)
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
- International — 11,286 AUD / year (≈ 8,000 USD / year)
- Domestic — 11,286 AUD / year (≈ 8,000 USD / year)
Living costs
Manila, Philippines: 561-943 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.