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Transforming Data into Intelligence
for a Sustainable Future
Advancing AI, big data analytics, data engineering, digital transformation and industry innovation through research, training and collaboration at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia.
Centre of excellence in data science and AI since March 2014
Under the Ibnu Sina Institute for Scientific and Industrial Research (ISI-SIR)
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Johor Bahru
Established 2014
Ibnu Sina Institute (ISI-SIR)
Research · Training · Consultation
UTM Johor Bahru
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Our Research Focus
High-impact, multidisciplinary research and applied projects with academia, government agencies and industry.
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Models and systems that learn from data, including generative AI for public and private sector work.
Big Data Analytics
Methods and tools for processing, analysing and drawing actionable insight from large, complex datasets.
Data Engineering
Pipelines, databases and platforms that make data reliable, accessible and ready for analysis.
Digital Transformation
Helping organisations adopt big data, including through the ADiBA big data adoption framework.
IoT & Smart Cities
Connecting sensor data and analytics to support smarter, more sustainable urban environments.
Predictive Analytics for Key Sectors
Predictive technologies applied to healthcare, finance, manufacturing, agriculture and education.
Our capabilities
From Data Challenge to Practical Outcome
Start with the problem, not the technology. BDC brings together research-backed expertise, analytics, AI, data engineering and capability building around your intended outcome.
Data Analytics & Decision Intelligence
Analytics, dashboards and evidence-based approaches that turn organisational data into actionable insight.
Discuss a challengeAI & Machine Learning Solutions
Applied AI and machine-learning expertise for organisational, public-sector and research use cases.
Explore collaborationSoftware & Data Platform Development
Prototype and solution development that connects data engineering, analytics and intelligent applications.
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Recent Work & Engagement
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Government capability building
Big Data Analytics with KPDN
Applied analytics training demonstrates BDC's role in translating data capability into public-sector practice.
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Responsible AI engagement
AI Readiness for ICU JPM
Engagement around trusted, safe and responsible AI transformation with the Implementation Coordination Unit.
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Applied analytics
Data Analytics in Business Management
A practical workshop connecting analytics methods with business-management decision making.
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Training & Certification
Professional certificates, short courses and workshops that build data literacy and digital skills for students, professionals, policymakers and public-sector teams.
University-based
Industry-focused
Researcher-led
Private group options
Our programmes connect technical concepts with real workplace and research applications, and are taught by UTM BDC fellows and practitioners. Private group sessions are available on request for organisations and agencies.
UTM BDC Professional Certificates
Issued by UTM Big Data Centre, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia.
Beginner to Advanced
Professional Certificate in Data Science
Nine courses from data science fundamentals, statistics and Python through databases, visualisation, machine learning and deep learning, finished with a capstone project.
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Framework Training
Professional Certificate in ADiBA
Accelerating Digital Transformation Through Big Data Adoption: a framework-based programme for organisations planning and implementing big data adoption.
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Professional
Professional Certificate in Artificial Intelligence
Practical skills in AI technologies, covering machine learning, data analysis and AI ethics, bridging theory and real-world application.
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Attend hands-on sessions and complete the required projects.
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Receive your UTM BDC certificate on completion.
Welcome to UTM BDC
A Centre of Excellence in Data Science and AI
Established in March 2014 under the Ibnu Sina Institute for Scientific and Industrial Research, the UTM Big Data Centre (UTM BDC) accelerates digital transformation through the strategic use of data, analytics and emerging technologies.
Our work brings together artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data analytics, IoT and predictive technologies across healthcare, finance, manufacturing, smart cities, agriculture, education and sustainability.
UTM Big Data Centre, Ibnu Sina Institute, UTM Johor Bahru
2014
Year established
Under ISI-SIR, March 2014
3
Professional certificates
Data Science, ADiBA, AI
6
Short courses in 2026
Feb – Oct 2026 listings
9
Courses + capstone
Data Science certificate
Leadership
A Message from Our Director
The centre is dedicated to excellence in big data research, innovation and analytics, nurturing future talent and building partnerships that create value for industry, academia and the wider community.
“…we are shaping a smarter and more informed future through the power of data.”
Prof. Dr. Naomie Salim
Director, UTM Big Data Centre
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People & Expertise
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Latest News & Events
Recent activities, workshops and collaborations from the centre.
25 Sep 2026
Open Data in the Age of AI
An online session on how open data can strengthen research, accelerate innovation and create greater impact in the age of AI.
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20 Sep 2026
AI Readiness for ICU JPM
Building trusted, safe and responsible AI transformation with the Implementation Coordination Unit, Prime Minister's Department.
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3–4 Sep 2025
Data Analytics in Business Management Workshop
A two-day short course on data analytics for business management, held at the Active Learning Lab, Faculty of Computing.
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