Welcome back Dr. K Kalaiselvi-Qlik Educator Ambassador for 2025!

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This week we would like to introduce Dr K. Kalaiselvi, who happens to be a returning Educator Ambassador of the Qlik Academic Program.  We are excited to select Dr Kalaiselvi as an Ambassador for a second year in a row due to her continued enthusiasm for Qlik’s Academic Program and her efforts in 2024.

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With 16 years of experience in academia, Dr Kalaiselvi currently holds the position of Associate Professor Coordinator, Department of Computer Science at Kristu Jayanti College. Her background includes roles as a J2EE developer with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, and Singapore Telecommunications, under the Government of Singapore.

Dr Kalaiselvi oversees courses in Data Analytics, specializing in Machine Learning, R and Python Programming, Data Visualization Technologies, and Process Mining Technologies, she manages specialized and certification courses for students, complementing the regular curriculum.

Since 2019, Dr Kalaiselvi has been associated with the Qlik Academic Program and has earned the Qlik Sense Business Analyst Qualification offered under this program.

By December 2023, around 300 students achieved the Qlik Sense Business Analyst Qualification and Data Literacy Certification from Kristu Jayanti College. Presently, 122 students are undergoing training under the Data Architect Qualification pathway. Dr Kalaiselvi is thrilled that her institution was recognized as a Centre of Excellence in Analytics of the Qlik Academic Program in 2023. Last year, a Qlik specific Datathon was organised to foster data-driven innovation and analytical problem-solving skills among participants. In 2024, 124 students completed their Data Architect Qualification that enabled students to perform seamless data integration, visualization, and decision-making by designing efficient, scalable data models and workflows.

When contemplating her interest in the Qlik Academic Program, Dr Kalaiselvi says that she was drawn by its reputation about the comprehensive resources offered and tools geared towards learning data analytics and visualization. Krsitu Jayanti College recognizes the growing importance of these skills in various industries, and she was eager to find an opportunity that would provide a hands-on experience with real-world tools. The Qlik Academic Program stood out due to its commitment in offering free access to their powerful data analytics software, Qlik Sense under the academic program.

Dr Kalaiselvi believes that the Qlik Academic Program's resources and learning materials will not only enhance our understanding of data analytics and visualization but also contribute significantly to students’ academic and professional growth. The opportunity to gain proficiency in using Qlik resources is one she finds both exciting and valuable, and she is enthusiastic about the potential it holds for students’ future endeavors.

“The future of this engagement appears promising to me”, according to Dr Kalaiselvi. She further adds, “As students continue to benefit from the training and certifications of the academic program, they are likely to graduate with desirable skills in data analytics and visualization. This in turn could lead to increased job placements in roles such as Business Analysts, Data Scientists, and Data Visualization Designers. With a growing network and a reputation for producing skilled professionals, the engagement could contribute positively to both student careers and industry advancement”.

Dr Kalaiselvi says that her journey with the Qlik Academic Program, especially after achieving the Qlik Sense Business Analyst Qualification, has deepened her understanding and appreciation for data literacy. She recognizes the critical role it plays in today's data-driven world and is eager to share this knowledge. Joining the program offered a structured platform to advocate for and elevate data literacy among students, preparing them for a future where data-informed decision-making is key. After becoming an Educator Ambassador, Dr Kalaiselvi aims to not only expand her own skills and understanding of Qlik technologies but also to stay at the forefront of BI and analytics innovations. It enables her to contribute to and learn from a like-minded community, further enriching the educational experiences she can offer and foster a collaborative spirit among students for global and cross-disciplinary projects.

At present, Dr Kalaiselvi is engaged in developing an AI chatbot project tailored specifically for adolescents, aimed at addressing their psychological, physical, and academic inquiries. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, she has embarked on collaborative ventures with universities across the Asia Pacific, concentrating on facilitating exchange programs and fostering project collaborations.

Dr Kalaiselvi says, “As a proud addition to our achievements, recently an industry visit to the Qlik office in Bangalore was organized as a part of the Faculty Development Programme, providing educators with valuable insights into cutting-edge data analytics and visualization technologies”

She feels thrilled and grateful to be involved in this collaboration, as it allows her to learn and grow alongside her students.

We are looking forward to working closely with Dr Kalaiselvi during her tenure as an ambassador yet again and creating more links with her education network.

For more information about our Ambassador Program, please visit: qlik.com/us/company/academic-program/ambassadors