THE DE LA SALLE University tied up with the Megaworld Corporation for the establishment of the Dr. Andrew Tan Data Science Institute.

The institute, named after Megaworld CEO and Chairman Dr. Andrew L. Tan, will be in McKinley Hill Cyberpark in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.

The DLSU said that the institute aims to train the next generation workforce of data scientists, particularly professionals in the BPO industry.

“The ALTDSI will capitalize on the state-of-the-art facilities donated by Megaworld Corporation, while DLSU faculty-researchers and visiting professors will sustain ALTDSI research-based graduate programs, undergraduate programs, and training and professional courses,” it said.

“Data science and data analytics have helped people in business processes and interpret insights to pursue innovations.  There is a huge demand for knowledge outsource professionals who can help businesses and industries grow exponentially,” Kevin Tan, Megaworld’s Chief Strategy Officer, said.

“This partnership with DLSU to build the ALTDSI is just the first step in tapping into this huge potential,” he added.