Practical Solutions
One of the objectives of the Canisius Center for Analytics and Data Ecosystems is to provide subject matter expertise to organizations, which can take the form of: (1) projects and (2) educational workshops.
Projects
EPIIC Regional Partnerships
In Fall 2024 Canisius was awarded the National Science Foundation (NSF) Enabling Partnerships to Increase Innovation Capacity (EPIIC) grant. The goal of this program is to broaden participation in STEM by supporting capacity-building efforts at institutions of higher education. We propose to increase the capacity of Canisius to create lasting regional partnerships, these formalized partnerships will allow student teams, led by faculty members to gain experience working on real-world scenarios.
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How it Works
Regional partners provide projects that are completed by a team of skilled students, all under the guidance of a dedicated faculty mentor. Partners contribute a fee, which is more cost-effective than hiring a consultant, and this fee is used to compensate the students and cover any necessary project materials. This collaborative model ensures high-quality project outcomes while supporting student development and organizational goals.
Partner Benefits
- Innovate Projects - Gain access to motivated students who can complete a project your organization lacks the time or resources for.
- Access to a Diverse Talent Pipeline - Tap into a pool of highly skilled graduates and assess their capabilities before making hiring decisions, enhancing your recruitment efforts.
- Strengthening Community Ties - Boost your organization's reputation by providing educational experiences for students, supporting workforce development, and fostering regional connections.
Contact Heather Campbell (@email) to get started.
Educational Workshops
Canisius faculty have a wide range of academic and industry experience and are experts in a variety of fields. Regardless of your specific needs, CCADE has access to subject matter experts that can provide educational experiences (workshops, seminars, training) for your employees.
Example Workshop Topics
- Artificial Intelligence - Understand the basics of AI for increasing everyday productivity
- Privacy and Security - Discuss privacy & ethics and learn how to protect sensitive information
- Data Visualization -Share data insights through dashboards & visual storytelling
- Analysis with Excel - Formulas, functions, pivot tables, and basic dashboards
- Data Driven Decisions - Identify trends & make strategic choices with reports & dashboard
- Predictive Analytics - Leverage historic data to forecast future trends
- Data Management - Best practices for ensuring data accuracy and consistency
Industries We Serve
- Healthcare
- Finance
- Manufacturing
- Education
- Energy & Utilities
- Technology
- Insurance
- Retail & E-commerce
- Public Sector
- & more
Contact Heather Campbell (@email) to get started.
