B.Tech in Data Science, Economics and Business
This cutting-edge interdisciplinary degree is at the nexus of data science and understanding of humans, economy, businesses and government. The Data Science Business and Economics program has a strong core in data science, which is blended with a study of how humans think, behave and make decisions, how our society works and how global economic and financial markets operate. Students will be encouraged to explore the real-world applications that emerge at these intersections to create solutions and value for the economy and society. Application Deadline - Jun 20, 2021
What can you create?
Financial innovations
You can master areas like cryptocurrency, blockchain, and algorithmic trading, engineer innovations that change the way we look at the financial markets and instruments, or even create value through ventures in FinX sectors.
Policies for governance and business
You can play a crucial role in the design and evaluation of policy decisions through your understanding of data and the economy. Think Tanks, governments, and corporate firms use large datasets and econometric techniques to carefully study data to determine important outcomes such as funding requirements, resource allocation, and welfare optimization.
Learning Experiences
Multidisciplinary approach & interdisciplinary perspective
Interacting with and drawing from multiple fields of expertise, making connections between disciplines, analyzing the humanistic, socio-economic, and technical contexts of problems.
Foundational Tech core
Developing an interdisciplinary foundation featuring math, physics, computer science and engineering principles such that they come together as an integrated whole, not segmented topics.
Design and research ability
Identifying and understanding human needs and solving problems creatively through sustained critical investigation.
Innovation & entrepreneurship mindset
Finding opportunities, identifying business models, embracing ambiguity to create value in the marketplace or in society.
Societal responsibility
Considering the social and human consequences of actions and responsibilities to others in local, national, and global communities; acting to improve the human condition.
Leadership & self-reflection
Creating impact through actively developing skills like communication, creativity, critical thinking and collaboration.
Experiential Learning
Integrated learning experience across 4 years. Students work on authentic, real world projects through industry and community engagement or by research with faculty.- Coding Cafe and Makerspaces
- Entrepreneurship
- Student led clubs
By having access to state-of-the-art makerspaces and coding cafes and incorporating them in the curriculum, students will become more context-aware, develop critical thinking abilities, and learn by creating. This will help foster a tinkering and problem solving mindset, immersing students in experiential learning from day one. These areas will be open to students to explore, create, prototype and design, while also housing equipment and technologies like 3D printers, sensors, etc.
The core curriculum will not just be limited to engineering and sciences, but bring in exposure to entrepreneurship and design which will enable humane and empathetic outcomes through technology. Each student will undertake multiple different experiences to develop skills like finding opportunities, creating value, and embracing risks. Students will be mentored and supported by Plaksha founders and professionals from industry.
At Plaksha, learning and skill development do not stop in the classroom. Students will have the opportunity to create and immerse themselves in pursuing their academic and creative interests. Student led clubs will be autonomous bodies that operate under the purview of the Office of Student Life. Being the founding batch, students will be encouraged to help establish a vibrant culture through clubs and societies on campus.
Hear about the course from the experts
Top academicians and faculty talk about the UG program and this major.
Through a balanced curriculum focusing both on core technology as well as leadership potential, Plaksha Tech Leaders Fellowship has helped me be a confident and conscious Data Scientist, capable of thinking critically and building technological solutions with empathy.
Praveen Sridhar
Data Scientist, BCG (Tokyo)
It's really a dream come true for me. It wouldn't have been possible without the support and learning I had at Plaksha TLF. Interdisciplinary courses taught by global faculty enhanced my skill set especially in building scalable products, thus furthering my prospects in the product management space.
Shubham Goel
Senior Product Manager, Microsoft
Plaksha provided me the platform to switch from development consulting to product management- an extremely difficult transition without an MBA. The Fellowship's design makes you a more thoughtful, empathetic and inclusive leader, which is the difference between a great product manager and a good product manager.
Saif Khan
Product Manager, Paytm Payments bank
Plaksha has an excellent network of faculty, speakers and founders. Leadership bootcamps at TLF helped me groom my personality, overcome my limitations and learn skills like time management and multi-tasking. I have been able to leverage the exposure and opportunities to further my career.
Karthika Kamath
Imagineer, Fractal Analytics
Plaksha's experiential learning was a great experience. Instead of rote learning, I got to work on real-world projects under the guidance of industry mentors. Through multiple leadership workshops, I learnt that technology must be combined with leadership skills to drive a positive impact on society.
Neha Gupta
Data Scientist, Apptio
My journey at Plaksha TLF has been an endless journey of learning and opportunities; be it learning professionalism, developing work ethics, imbibing soft skills or forming some lovely bonds for a lifetime. I have witnessed my skills and competence rising to the zenith. Thanks to Plaksha for doing such a splendid job!
Rashmi Nagpal
Intern, Silicon Valley Internship Program
Digital business systems
You can lead the digital transformation at your workplace to make better decisions, and deliver more optimal and scalable solutions. You will be able to apply your business acumen and data insights to guide your firm to create efficient systems and processes that maximise value for all stakeholders.