The Context-Centered Responsible Data Science Training and Exploration (ConCReTE) is an online, industry-focused educational initiative developed by the University of Pittsburgh. It aims to bridge the skills gap in applied data science across five key industries: health, banking and finance, government and non-profits, manufacturing and supply chain operations, and retail and marketing. The program will offer a series of 10 flexible, industry-relevant online training modules, which will be stackable into certificates and a Professional Master’s in Data Science degree.

Key Objectives

• Provide accessible, relevant, and applied data science training for workers without STEM degrees.
• Align training content with the needs of SWPA’s largest industries.
• Build meaningful credentials that facilitate career mobility and economic development.
• Develop pathways for workers to obtain credit-bearing university certificates and degrees.
• Establish strong industry partnerships through an external advisory board (EAB).