TRAINING ON R PROGRAMMING FOR STATISTICAL ANALYSIS & DATA SCIENCE
LAUNCHUP DATALAB
Launchup Datalab is a Rwandan organization dedicated to practical, job-focused training, data analytics consulting, and digital skills development. Since its inception, it has empowered professionals and graduates to make data-driven decisions and advance their careers across Rwanda and the East African region. Our mission is to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and industry demands by delivering hands-on training, professional mentorship, and tailored data consulting services.
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TRAINING ON R PROGRAMMING FOR STATISTICAL ANALYSIS & DATA SCIENCE
Lead Trainer:Dr. Lema Logamou Seknewna – PhD, Senior Data Scientist & Lecturer. Hands-on training in R, Python, Power BI, and Machine Learning.
Organiser: Launchup Datalab
Dates: 15–26 Nov 2025 | Time: 09:00 AM – 5:00 PM (weekends)
Venue: FABLAB, Kacyiru – Kigali (In-person) & Online via Google Meet
Mode: Hybrid (In-person + Online) | Fee: 125,000 RWF | Lunch: Included
Certificate: Upon passing the capstone project
Secure your spot:https://www.launchupdatalab.com/courses/r-programming-for-statistical-analysis-and-data-science-1-1
1. INTRODUCTION
Data literacy and statistical analysis are essential skills for today’s professionals, yet many lack hands-on experience. This practical training equips participants with R programming, data transformation, visualization, and statistical analysis skills, culminating in a capstone project to apply knowledge to real-world data challenges.
2. RATIONALE AND RELEVANCE
Data analysis and visualization are critical skills in today’s professional landscape. This course provides hands-on R training, empowering participants to transform data into actionable insights, support decision-making, and enhance their impact in the workplace or research projects.
3. TRAINING PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES
Purpose:
To equip professionals, graduates, and researchers with practical skills in R programming and statistical analysis, enabling them to perform robust data analysis and make informed, data-driven decisions.
Objectives:
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Interpret results to support decision-making in professional or research contexts.
- Complete a capstone project demonstrating applied skills.
- Apply statistical methods to analyze real-world datasets.
- Visualize data with effective charts and plots.
- Import, clean, and transform data efficiently using R.
4. TARGET AUDIENCE
- University students and recent graduates seeking data skills.
- Professionals in research, business, or development sectors.
- Data enthusiasts aiming to strengthen statistical analysis and R programming skills.
- Organizations and teams needing applied data analysis capacity.
5. KEY FEATURES
- Practical, hands-on sessions led by Dr. Lema Logamou Seknewna (Lead Trainer) and co-facilitators from Launchup Datalab.
- Capstone project to consolidate learning.
- Hybrid delivery: in-person and online sessions.
- Limited class size for quality learning experience.
- Certificate of Completion awarded upon passing the capstone project.
6. TRAINING METHODOLOGY
- Instructor-led practical sessions: Hands-on guidance from the lead trainer, Dr. Lema Logamou Seknewna, with support from co-facilitators from Launchup Datalab.
- Interactive exercises: Real-world datasets and practical tasks to reinforce learning.
- Capstone project: Participants apply skills to a comprehensive data analysis project.
- Group discussions and Q&A: Collaborative problem-solving and knowledge sharing.
- Online recap sessions: Evening sessions after each weekend to review and clarify concepts.
7. TRAINING OUTLINE
Day 1 – Saturday, Nov 15: Getting Started with R & RStudio
- Introduction to R programming environment and RStudio.
- Basic syntax, operators, and data structures.
- Hands-on exercises: vectors, lists, and data frames.
Day 2 – Sunday, Nov 16: Data Import & Transformation with tidyverse
- Importing data from CSV, Excel, and databases.
- Data cleaning, wrangling, and transformation using tidyverse.
- Practical exercises: cleaning and preparing datasets for analysis.
Online Recap – Wednesday, Nov 19 (8:00 PM – 9:30 PM)
- Review of Days 1–2 concepts and exercises.
- Q&A session for clarification and additional practice.
Day 3 – Saturday, Nov 22: Data Visualization with ggplot2
- Principles of effective data visualization.
- Creating charts, plots, and dashboards in R.
- Hands-on exercises: visualizing sample datasets.
Day 4 – Sunday, Nov 23: Statistical Analysis & Capstone Project Launch
- Applying descriptive and inferential statistical methods.
- Introduction and guidance for capstone project.
- Hands-on exercises using real-world datasets.
Online Recap – Wednesday, Nov 26 (8:00 PM – 9:30 PM)
- Review of Days 3–4 concepts.
- Guidance and Q&A on capstone project submission.
8. LEAD TRAINER’S PROFILE
The training will be led by Dr. Lema Logamou Seknewna, a highly qualified researcher and data scientist with a PhD in Mathematics & Statistics. He currently serves as a Data Scientist at the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) Rwanda and a Statistician at the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR). Dr. Lema brings a rich and balanced approach to teaching—combining theoretical depth with practical, real-world application. He has successfully led numerous workshops across Africa, equipping professionals and students with hands-on skills in data analysis and statistical computing.
9. LOGISTICS & FEES
- Dates: 15th – 26th November 2025
- Venue: FABLAB, Kacyiru – Kigali (In-person) & Online via Google Meet
- Training Fee: 125,000 RWF
- Lunch: Provided for in-person participants
- Payment Methods (under Launchup Ltd):
- Momo Pay: *182*8*1*101722#
- Bank Transfer: 20095440001 / I&M Bank
- Seats: Physical class limited to 35 participants; online participation available
- Registration: Closed once participant limit is reached
10. CERTIFICATION
Participants who successfully complete the capstone project with a pass mark of 65% or higher will be awarded a Certificate of Completion from Launchup Datalab.
11. CONTACT & REGISTRATION
For registration and enquiries:
Justin N. – CEO, Launchup Datalab
Tel: 0785019874
Email: info@launchupdatalab.com
Registration link:https://www.launchupdatalab.com/courses/r-programming-for-statistical-analysis-and-data-
science-1-1