Module 3 - Supervised Machine Learning for Building and Deploying Models
- Analytics & Tech
- Artificial Intelligence
- Innovation & Business Improvement
This programme is conducted on-campus.
3 days
Weeknights (6.30pm - 10:45pm)
Saturday (9am – 6.15pm)
Singapore Management University
Who Should Attend
- Professionals and managers in data science, engineering, or IT seeking to upskill in machine learning and AI
- Individuals transitioning into machine learning roles who have basic Python or programming experience
- Industry practitioners looking to understand and implement AI-driven solutions for business challenges
- Analysts or researchers aiming to apply ML/ AI techniques to data-driven decision-making processes
PREREQUISITES
- Basic programming knowledge is recommended to enrol for this programme
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
- Functional Laptop: (1) CPU must be of at least intel core I3, (2) GPU must have an integrated graphics card and (3) RAM must be of at least 4GB
Overview
Participants will explore core algorithms, such as linear regression, decision trees, and ensemble methods, and learn how to apply them to real-world datasets. The module also introduces model evaluation techniques to ensure reliability and accuracy and provides hands-on experience in deploying models using modern tools and platforms. By the end of this module, participants will be proficient in building and operationalising machine learning models for diverse business applications.
Note: This module is part of a sequential programme and is not available on a standalone basis.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the concepts and workflows of supervised machine learning
- Implement core supervised learning algorithms, including regression, classification, and ensemble methods
- Evaluate model performance using common evaluation metrics
- Optimise hyperparameters to improve model performance
- Deploy machine learning models in production environments using practical tools and techniques
Topic/Structure
- Introduction to Supervised Learning and Regression Models and Applications
- Classification Models, Decision Trees, Random Forest, and Ensemble Methods
- Model Evaluation and Hyperparameter Tuning, and Model Optimisation Techniques
- Model Deployment and Introduction to MLOps
Assessment
- Classroom exercises
- Group assignments
- Individual assessment
CERTIFICATION
Upon meeting the attendance and assessment criteria, participants will be awarded a digital certificate for participating in each module. Please refer to our course policies to view the attendance and assessment criteria.
Upon completion of all modules required for this programme within a maximum duration of 3 years, participants will be awarded a digital certificate.
Calculate Programme Fee
Fee Table
| COMPANY-SPONSORED | |||
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PARTICIPANT PROFILE |
SELF-SPONSORED |
SME |
NON-SME |
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Singapore Citizen < 40 years old Permanent Resident LTVP+
|
$784.80 (After SSG Funding 70%) |
$304.80 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$784.80 (After SSG Funding 70%) |
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Singapore Citizen ≥ 40 years old |
$304.80 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$304.80 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$304.80 (After SSG Funding 70% |
|
International Participant |
$2,616 (No Funding) |
$2,616 (No Funding) |
$2,616 (No Funding) |
All prices include 9% GST
Please note that the programme fees are subject to change without prior notice.
Post Secondary Education Account (PSEA)
PSEA can be utilised for subsidised programmes eligible for SkillsFuture Credit support. Click here to find out more.
Self Sponsored
SkillsFuture Credit
Singapore Citizens aged 25 and above may use their SkillsFuture Credits to pay for the course fees. The credits may be used on top of existing course fee funding.
This is only applicable to self-sponsored participants. Application to utilise SkillsFuture Credits can be submitted when making payment for the course via the SMU Academy TMS Portal, and can only be made within 60 days of course start date.
Please click here for more information on the SkillsFuture Credit. For help in submitting an SFC claim, you may wish to refer to our step-by-step guide on claiming SkillsFuture Credits (Individual).Workfare Skills Support Scheme
From 1 July 2023, the Workfare Skills Support (WSS) scheme has been enhanced. Please click here for more details.
Employer Sponsored
Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS)
- Organisation must be registered or incorporated in Singapore
- Employment size of not more than 200 or with annual sales turnover of not more than $100 million
- Trainees must be hired in accordance with the Employment Act and fully sponsored by their employers for the course
- Trainees must be Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
- Trainees must not be a full-time national serviceman
- Trainees are eligible for ETSS funding only if their company's SME status is approved prior to the course commencement date. To verify your SME's status, please click here.
Please click here for more information on ETSS.
Absentee Payroll
Employers who sponsor their employees for the course may apply for Absentee Payroll here. For more information, please refer to:
AP Guide (Non-SME Companies)
Declaration Guide (SME Companies)
Intake Information
Next Intake: 14, 16 & 18 Oct 2025 [Open for Registration]
