Before DataRise
Drowning in Spreadsheets
Manual copy-paste workflows, no idea how to extract insight from data, relying on gut feel for decisions, and watching data roles pass you by because you lack the technical vocabulary.
Cohort 8 — Applications Open
Turn Data Into Your Superpower Superpower
Practical, cohort-based training in data analysis, Python, and machine learning — built for people who want real skills, not just certificates.
Proven Outcomes
Numbers That Speak for Themselves
Across four years and eight cohorts, our graduates have landed roles at leading organisations worldwide.
94%
Job placement rate within 6 months of graduation
1,800+
Graduates trained across Africa, Asia, and Europe
3.2×
Average salary increase reported by career-changers
48 hrs
Average time from application to acceptance decision
Where Our Graduates Work
Alumni at the World's Leading Organisations
Safaricom
Nairobi
Flutterwave
Lagos
Grab
Singapore
NHS Digital
London
Jumia
Pan-Africa
Deloitte Analytics
The DataRise Transformation
From Guesswork to Confident Data Practitioner
See what changes when you graduate from DataRise Academy.
After DataRise
Driving Decisions with ML
You build automated pipelines, deploy predictive models, communicate findings to stakeholders, and walk into interviews with a portfolio of real projects that prove your skills.
Our Programmes
A Learning Path for Every Stage
Whether you are starting from zero or levelling up to ML engineering, we have a programme designed for you.
Data Literacy Foundations
A 6-week live online programme covering spreadsheet mastery, SQL basics, data storytelling, and building your first dashboard. No coding required.
- 6 weeks, 8 hrs/week
- Live sessions + recorded replays
- Capstone: interactive Tableau dashboard
- Certificate of Completion
Python for Data Analysis
A 10-week deep dive into Python, pandas, NumPy, and data visualisation with Matplotlib and Seaborn. Ideal for analysts ready to automate their workflows.
- 10 weeks, 12 hrs/week
- Weekly code reviews with mentors
- Capstone: end-to-end analysis project
- GitHub portfolio setup included
Machine Learning Bootcamp
Our flagship 16-week intensive. You will build, evaluate, and deploy supervised and unsupervised models using scikit-learn, XGBoost, and introductory deep learning with PyTorch.
- 16 weeks, 15 hrs/week
- 1-on-1 mentor pairing
- Capstone: deployed ML API on cloud
- Job placement support included
AI for Business Leaders
A 4-week executive programme for managers and founders who need to understand AI strategy, evaluate vendor solutions, and lead data-driven teams — no coding required.
- 4 weeks, 4 hrs/week
- Case studies from real organisations
- AI readiness audit for your team
- Certificate + LinkedIn badge
Bespoke Team Upskilling
Custom data and ML training programmes designed around your organisation's tools, data, and business goals. Delivered on-site or virtually for teams of 5 to 500.
- Fully customised curriculum
- Delivered by senior practitioners
- Pre- and post-training skills assessment
- Ongoing support retainer available
Why DataRise Works
Learning Designed Around Real Outcomes
We are not a video library. Every element of our programmes is engineered to get you from curious to capable as fast as possible.
Live Cohort Learning
Study alongside a tight-knit group of peers. Weekly live sessions, group problem-solving, and accountability partners keep you on track and motivated.
Expert Mentorship
Every student is paired with a practising data scientist or ML engineer for weekly 1-on-1 sessions. Real feedback on real code, not automated grading.
Project-First Curriculum
You build things from day one. Every module ends with a project you can add to your portfolio — so by graduation you have proof, not just knowledge.
Career Placement Support
CV reviews, mock interviews, recruiter introductions, and a private job board exclusive to DataRise graduates. We stay with you until you land.
Graduate Stories
Real People. Real Career Transformations.
Our graduates come from every background — teachers, accountants, nurses, and marketers — and go on to build careers in data and ML.
Fatima's Story
From Secondary School Teacher to Data Analyst at Safaricom
Fatima spent 8 years teaching mathematics before joining our Data Literacy and Python programmes back-to-back. Within 4 months of graduating she was hired as a Junior Data Analyst at Safaricom in Nairobi, doubling her previous salary.
Read Fatima's full story
James's Story
Accountant Turned ML Engineer at Flutterwave
James had zero coding experience when he enrolled in our ML Bootcamp. He credits the mentor pairing and project-based curriculum for giving him the confidence to apply for — and land — an ML Engineering role at Flutterwave in Lagos.
Read James's full storyLin's Story
Marketing Manager to AI Product Lead at Grab
Lin took our AI for Business Leaders programme to better collaborate with her engineering team. Six months later she was promoted to AI Product Lead, owning the roadmap for Grab's recommendation engine.
Read Lin's full story
What Our Graduates Say
Trusted by Over 1,800 Practitioners
DataRise didn't just teach me Python — it taught me how to think like a data scientist. The mentor sessions were worth the entire programme fee on their own.
Data Analyst, Safaricom
I went from not knowing what a DataFrame was to deploying a churn-prediction model in production. The cohort format kept me accountable every single week.
ML Engineer, Flutterwave
As a non-technical leader, I was nervous. But the AI for Leaders programme gave me exactly the vocabulary and frameworks I needed to drive our AI strategy with confidence.
AI Product Lead, Grab
Our Approach
Three Pillars of Effective Skills Empowerment
Everything we do is grounded in a pedagogy that has been refined across eight cohorts and 1,800 graduates.
Learn
Structured Curriculum
Expertly sequenced modules that build from fundamentals to advanced application, with no assumed prior knowledge.
Live Instruction
Real-time teaching from senior practitioners — not pre-recorded videos from 2019.
Instant Feedback Loops
Weekly code reviews and graded projects so you always know where you stand and what to fix.
Build
Portfolio Projects
Every programme includes capstone projects that solve real business problems and live on your GitHub.
Datasets from the Real World
We use actual industry datasets — e-commerce, health, finance, logistics — not toy examples.
Cloud Deployment
You learn to ship models to production on AWS or GCP, not just run notebooks locally.
Launch
Career Coaching
Dedicated career coaches help you position your story, optimise your CV, and prepare for technical interviews.
Recruiter Network
Direct introductions to 120+ hiring partners across Africa, Asia, and Europe who actively recruit DataRise graduates.
Alumni Community
Lifetime access to our Slack community of 1,800+ practitioners for peer support, job leads, and collaboration.
Meet the Instructors
Taught by Practitioners, Not Academics
Every DataRise instructor has worked in industry — building models, shipping pipelines, and solving real data problems — before stepping into the classroom.
Former Senior Data Scientist at Jumia. 9 years building recommendation and fraud-detection systems across e-commerce and fintech.
Amara Osei
Lead Data Science Instructor
Ex-Google Brain engineer. Specialises in scalable ML infrastructure, MLOps, and helping students go from notebook to production.
Kwame Mensah
ML Engineering Mentor
PhD in Computational Statistics. Designed curricula for 3 leading bootcamps before joining DataRise to build our flagship ML programme from the ground up.
Priya Nair
AI Curriculum Director
Former technical recruiter at Deloitte Analytics. Has personally placed 300+ data professionals and knows exactly what hiring managers look for.
Carlos Reyes
Career Outcomes Coach
Transparent Pricing
Invest in a Skill Set That Pays for Itself
All programmes include mentorship, career support, and lifetime alumni access. Payment plans available.
Data Foundations
$490
6-week programme
- 6 weeks of live instruction
- Recorded session replays
- Capstone dashboard project
- Certificate of Completion
- Alumni Slack access
Python for Analysis
$890
10-week programme
- 10 weeks of live instruction
- Weekly mentor code reviews
- End-to-end analysis capstone
- GitHub portfolio setup
- Certificate + LinkedIn badge
- Alumni Slack access
Most Popular
ML Bootcamp
$2,400
16-week programme
- 16 weeks of live instruction
- 1-on-1 weekly mentor sessions
- Deployed ML API capstone
- Job placement support
- Recruiter introductions
- Certificate + LinkedIn badge
- Lifetime alumni access
Income share agreement available — pay after you land a role.
Apply for ML BootcampAI for Leaders
$750
4-week executive programme
- 4 weeks of live executive sessions
- AI readiness audit for your team
- Case study library access
- Certificate + LinkedIn badge
- Alumni Slack access
All prices in USD. Regional pricing available for applicants in Sub-Saharan Africa and South/Southeast Asia. Income share agreements available for the ML Bootcamp.
Everything You Need to Know Before Applying
Still have questions? Email us at hello@datariseacademy.com — we reply within 24 hours.
Do I need any prior coding or maths experience?
For Data Foundations and AI for Leaders, absolutely not — we start from zero. For Python for Analysis, basic spreadsheet comfort is helpful. For the ML Bootcamp, we recommend completing Python for Analysis first or passing our free skills assessment.
How much time do I need to commit each week?
It varies by programme: Foundations requires about 8 hours per week, Python for Analysis 12 hours, the ML Bootcamp 15 hours, and AI for Leaders just 4 hours. All live sessions are recorded so you can catch up if life gets in the way.
Are the programmes fully online?
Yes — all programmes are delivered live online via Zoom and our learning platform. Corporate bespoke programmes can also be delivered on-site at your organisation.
What is the job placement support exactly?
ML Bootcamp graduates receive dedicated 1-on-1 career coaching, CV and LinkedIn reviews, mock technical interviews, and direct introductions to our network of 120+ hiring partners. We track placement outcomes for 12 months post-graduation.
Is there an income share agreement (ISA) option?
Yes — for the ML Bootcamp only. Under our ISA, you pay nothing upfront and contribute 10% of your salary for 24 months once you land a role paying above $30,000/year. The total repayment is capped at 1.5× the programme fee.
How large are the cohorts?
We deliberately keep cohorts small — a maximum of 30 students per cohort — so every student gets meaningful attention from instructors and mentors. Demand is high, so early applications are strongly encouraged.
Do you offer regional or low-income pricing?
Yes. We offer discounted pricing for applicants based in Sub-Saharan Africa and South/Southeast Asia, as well as need-based scholarships for up to 10% of each cohort. Apply and indicate your situation — we review every case individually.
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Apply for Cohort 8
Applications close when the cohort fills — typically 3 weeks before start date. Submit your details and we will be in touch within 48 hours.
Your Data Career Starts With One Application
Cohort 8 begins in September 2025. Seats are limited to 30 students. Join 1,800+ graduates who chose to invest in themselves — and landed the roles to prove it.