Data analytics is the process of transforming raw data into knowledge to facilitate better decision-making. It involves four stages, including Ingest, Prepare, Analysis, and Action. Data analytics finds applications in decision making, healthcare planning, market research, banking, and other areas. There is a growing demand for data analytics experts, and in response, Uttaranchal University offers BCA - Data Analytics, a three-year undergraduate program tailored to meet the needs of the IT industry.

The BCA - Data Analytics program encompasses Python Programming, R Programming, SAS, Data Science Tools, Computer-Based Optimization Techniques, Machine Learning Theory, Big Data Analytics, Probability Statistics and Techniques, Data Warehouse, and Data Mining.

To improve the programming skills of young IT professionals, the curriculum of the BCA - Data Analytics program introduces the concept of project development in each language/technology learned during the semester. This guarantees experiential learning through practical exposure. Guest Lectures and Workshops are regularly held to provide in-depth knowledge of the latest technologies. Students are also offered multiple value-added courses, ability enhancement courses, and skill enhancement courses beyond the curriculum.

Upon graduation, BCA - Data Analytics program alumni will possess hands-on skills in Python programming, R programming, statistical analysis, machine learning concepts, and big data analytics, and mainly concentrate on building expertise in data analysis concepts. According to industry data, popular job profiles for data analysts include Software Engineer, Data Analyst, Senior Software Engineer, Data Scientist, Software Developer, Business Analyst, Health Care Analyst, Big Data Analyst, Predictive Modeler, Quantitative Analyst, Market Research Analyst, Computer Systems Analyst, and IT Data Analyst. BCA-Data Analytics graduates are also eligible for higher education in related or specialized fields of computer application.