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SMU Business Intelligence and Analytics (BIA)
ABOUT US
SMUBIA provides a space for connecting students, alumni and institutions who are passionate about data analytics and business intelligence. As we integrate ourselves into the Information Age, data analytics has become an indispensable tool in our lives.
Our vision is to build a friendly ecosystem for analytics in SMU. Regardless of your skill level, we have a strong community of members who would be more than willing to welcome and guide you throughout your analytics journey. We put people at the core of what we do; you can expect technical growth through our workshops and professional growth through networking sessions.
REACH OUT TO US
KEY EVENTS
- Data Associate Program (Our flagship program)
An opportunity for data associates to build any project of their choice related to data analytics - Technical Workshops (e.g Tableau, Python and Machine Learning)
Workshops that bring you from zero to hero in the data analytics realm! - BIA Tea Sessions (Open event to all!)
A community bonding event for data enthusiasts to bond and network with other members and alumni - Networking Sessions with Industry Partners and Alumni
Allows you to gain insight into the different industries!
GALLERY
OUR TRAINING
SMUBIA operates on an ad-hoc basis, with Workshops and event signups are released periodically so do keep a lookout in your email!
OUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- SMU Excellence in Student Life Bronze Award under the category of Schools, Offices, Centre or Institutes
OUR PEOPLE IN ACTION
HOW TO JOIN THE CLUB?
SMUBIA is open to all SMU students interested in Business Intelligence and Data Analytics, with no interview process required to join the community! Visit our booth at Vivace to find out more!
"Analytical skills and knowledge are increasingly important in the working world. BIA provides both the training, and the network (through its friendly community) to really brush up and learn key skills."
- Jo-Adam Saiful Mizra, LKCSB Year 3
"I am passionate in business analytics, data science, machine learning and artificial intelligence and I feel that BIA has this community of like-minded people with useful workshops that would allow me to learn more about such areas and improve myself. Also, I am excited to pursue a career in such fields and find that BIA can help facilitate this process and present me with more opportunities."
- Clovis Chow Jing Heng, SCIS Year 1
FAQ
Yes! In fact, many of our alumni started off with no analytics background! We have programs such as BIA Nights and workshops that welcome students of all skill levels. Even if you are a complete beginner, our technical workshops are great chances for you to learn something new, explore your interests and meet new friends.
Being a BIA member grants you access to a network of like-minded individuals, and opportunities to further develop your skills and knowledge. We have members and alumni with experience in companies such as Google, GovTech and Bloomberg. Connect with them to find out more about the latest happenings and opportunities in the tech industry!
Do check in on our membership price at our booth! The lifetime membership will bring you welfare benefits, BIA merchandise and deepening access to the world of analytics!
As part of the Data Associate Programme, previous batches of associates have created many innovative and engaging projects related to data analytics and machine learning.
You can check out some of the cool projects that our alumni have done here.
We have a unique focus on Business Intelligence and Data Analytics/Data Science, with opportunities to progress along every step of your journey in the field. Knowledge gained from our workshops is put into practical applications, with chances to collaborate with partner analytics-driven companies to keep you up to speed with the industry.
Continue your enchanted journey here
