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UM launches Macao’s first interdisciplinary master’s programme in big data
The University of Macau (UM) will launch a Master of Science in Data Science programme in the academic year 2019/2010 to nurture a new type of professionals in big data processing and applications. The new programme will cover various areas, including artificial intelligence, marketing, financial technology, precision medicine, and intelligent education, with the aim of promoting the use of big data in different disciplines and the integration of data science and big data applications. This is the first interdisciplinary programme in big data that has been launched in Macao.
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UM launches Macao’s first master’s programme in big data Now open for applications
The University of Macau (UM) will launch a Master of Science in Data Science programme in the academic year 2019/2010 to nurture a new type of professionals in big data processing and applications. The new programme will cover various areas, including artificial intelligence, marketing, financial technology, precision medicine, and intelligent education, with the aim of promoting the use of big data in different disciplines and the integration of data science and big data applications. This is the first interdisciplinary programme in big data that has been launched in Macao.
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UM-hosted Bank of China Trophy One Million Dollar Macao Regional Entrepreneurship Competition now open for applications
The Bank of China Trophy One Million Dollar Macao Regional Entrepreneurship Competition, hosted by the University of Macau (UM), is now open for applications. All students currently studying at higher education institutions in Macao and Macao residents studying at overseas tertiary institutions are eligible to apply. The deadline for applications is 13 February. The cash prize for the Macao regional competition is MOP 120,000. The top three winners of the regional competition will advance to the grand final to compete for a cash prize of RMB 1 million and an opportunity to win funding in excess of RMB 50 million.
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Consumer Council released latest ‘Supermarket price survey’ Various functions available on website and app
Consumer Council conducted its first ‘Supermarket price survey’ on 9 January for the implementation of Section 2b), Article 10, Law 4/95/M of 12 June. Surveyed locations included supermarkets near Areia Preta, Mong Há and Avenida de Venceslau de Morais in N. Sra. de Fátima Parish. Consumers may now check the report data on the Council’s website (www.consumer.gov.mo) or the “Supermarket Price Information Platform” app.
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Macao honours outstanding individuals and entities
The Chief Executive, Mr Chui Sai On, today presented honours to 46 outstanding individuals and entities for their contribution to Macao and dedication to community service.
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Macao Public Library launches the 17th issue of Books and the City
The Macao Public Library of the Cultural Affairs Bureau launches the 16th issue of Books and the City, which is already available to the public. This issue addresses a study on the balance application of intelligence and manpower in smart libraries, exploring ways of integrating both of them to optimize library services and create a favourable reading environment.
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Cultural Affairs Bureau’s 2019 desk calendar embodies collaboration between literature and illustration sectors, boosting cultural promotion
To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Macao’s Handover to China, the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC, from the Portuguese acronym), launched the 2019 desk calendar under the theme “Cultural Promotion．Light Up Your Life”, which was designed and illustrated by local young illustrator Lam Ieong Kun and edited by 12 literary practitioners from Pen of Macau. This cross-sector collaboration showcases the local creativity, ushering the public into a year of good life in the light of culture.
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