Mayerfeld Practicum Program®
— Data Analyst
by Mayerfeld Consulting
The Mayerfeld Practicum Program® is where you take on real projects, solve real challenges, and deliver work that matters.
What makes Mayerfeld’s Program stand out?
- Work on real business projects shaped by Mayerfeld Consulting’s global experience.
- Learn from seasoned mentors through interactive guidance and tailored coaching.
- Solve real-world challenges that sharpen your problem-solving and decision-making.
- Build core professional skills in communication, teamwork, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management.
The Mayerfeld Practicum Program® puts you in the driver’s seat.
- Take on real responsibility from day one - no waiting, no filler work.
- Shape practical solutions alongside global teams from concept to completion.
- Gain skills you can apply immediately in any professional setting.
- Leave with tangible achievements and the confidence to take the next step in your career.
The Mayerfeld Practicum Program® is a remote, hands-on experience for those ready to bridge academic knowledge with real-world demands.
Whether you're a student or early-career professional, our flexible and immersive four-week program equips you with practical skills, industry insights, and the confidence to thrive in modern workplace settings.
Why our Practicum?
Perks & benefits of the Mayerfeld Practicum Program®
1
Career opportunities
Many of our past participants have successfully transitioned into freelance, contract, or full-time roles within Mayerfeld Consulting or our wider professional network. The practicum is designed not only to train, but to actively open doors to real employment pathways.
2
Networking possibilities
Establish meaningful connections with seasoned professionals, opening doors to impactful collaborations and future career opportunities.
3
Sessions with industry experts
Benefit from exclusive learning opportunities delivered by industry veterans who share practical expertise and actionable insights.
4
Personalized recommendation
Boost your career prospects significantly with a personalized recommendation letter from your dedicated mentor, highlighting your strengths and contributions.
5
Internationally recognized certification
Earn a globally recognized certificate, immediately enhancing your professional credibility and attractiveness to employers worldwide.
Your specific needs and career growth remain the center of the experience, ensuring that you walk away with real-world knowledge, practical skills, and increased professional confidence.
What you’ll get your hands on?
Become a numbers detective
- Solve the mysteries hiding inside datasets and uncover why some numbers follow the rules (and why others simply don’t!).
- Build your confidence until you're curious, not intimidated, facing even the quirkiest data puzzles head-on.
- Learn the tricks to unearthing insights clearly - even when your dataset seems determined to keep secrets.
Hands-on magic with data tools
- Go from SPSS newbie to confident data maestro, mastering tools that transform spreadsheets into stories.
- Easily calculate z-scores and probabilities to guide smarter choices and real-world problem-solving.
- Finish the course feeling pumped about sharing the cool stuff you've discovered hidden in raw numbers.
Trendspotting & future gazing
- Unlock the power of linear regression so you can forecast trends way before others catch on.
- Decode data relationships with correlations, finally understanding what moves together - and what just pretends to.
- Get that "aha!" feeling when you predict what's coming next, using nothing but numbers and a little know-how.
Future-proof your data career
- Stand out in your field - employers will love your practical skills, fresh perspectives, and data detective instincts.
- Develop the confidence and curiosity for continuous growth, always exploring and experimenting.
- Walk away energized, knowing you’re ready and excited for the next adventure in your flourishing data career.
Real-world data storyteller
- Connect your newfound data skills directly to real research, industry buzz topics, and even hot-button legal debates.
- Turn your discoveries into crisp, impactful stories that resonate and spark excitement.
- Finish the course eager to share your findings, ready to create a real buzz beyond simple numbers and graphs.
Dig deep,
find clarity
- Master reliability analysis and hypothesis testing to confidently tackle tough questions and cut through confusion.
- Uncover hidden pitfalls, double-check your hunches, and present rock-solid insights like a pro.
- Replace uncertainty and frustration with a clear strategy for every puzzle that data throws your way.
The Mayerfeld Practicum Program® is structured to provide clear professional growth and practical skill development in an active, collaborative environment.
Four weeks.
Full immersion.
Real results.
From day one, you’ll work on real projects with your team, build practical skills, form strong connections, and deliver work you’re proud of.
Our structured yet adaptable four-week learning journey is divided into four clear modules. Each week begins with a vibrant Sunday introductory live session to equip your team with the knowledge, objectives, and strategies needed to tackle the practical tasks ahead confidently.
4 modules
practical tasks
live sessions
Monday through Friday, you'll engage in flexible, collaborative project work. You're empowered to manage your schedule while working closely with your teammates, fostering vital skills in remote collaboration, project management, and professional communication.
project work
team work
flexible schedule
We wrap up each week with an interactive live session on Saturday. This important gathering focuses on reviewing your team's progress, sharing constructive feedback, exchanging valuable insights, and deepening the learning experience as you prepare to confidently advance to the following week’s module.
reviewing progress
giving feedback
live sessions
Mentors
Adventurous spirit, tech trailblazer, solution architect.
adventurous spirit
tech trailblazer
solution architect
Renato
Renato is an engaging educator, experienced data scientist, and hands-on researcher whose teaching style blends deep academic insight with real-world practicality. With a Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics with Data and a BSc in Computer Science, Renato brings over five years of experience solving real problems with data - whether in education, finance, or marketing.
Currently lecturing in Data Analysis and Applied Statistics, Renato focuses on equipping students with crucial skills in Python, R, SQL, statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization. He simplifies complex concepts, empowering learners at every level to confidently put theory into practice.
Beyond the classroom, Renato thrives on crafting predictive models using Python libraries like scikit-learn and XGBoost, statistical frameworks with R's lavaan and lme4, and building streamlined data workflows through AWS Glue, SQL optimization, and Apache Airflow. He’s also experienced at developing user-friendly dashboards in Power BI and automating surveys with Qualtrics API - ensuring he's always teaching from hands-on, industry-relevant experience.
Driven by a boundless curiosity, Renato’s diverse background helps him approach problems creatively - from developing psychometric tests aimed at improving cognitive health, to designing his own financial trading models for stocks and cryptocurrencies. An avid traveler who's explored over 20 countries, Renato finds continual inspiration exploring new cultures, cuisines, and adventures, often seen photographing life or exploring trails by foot and bike.
Renato doesn't simply teach data science - he inspires learners to embrace curiosity, sharpen their analytical thinking, and develop practical skills they can immediately apply. Students who join Renato’s classes don’t just grow professionally; they grow personally, discovering what they’re truly capable of achieving.
Schedule
Time zone: Central Europe Time.
Choose your best-fit group.
Choose your best-fit group.
Group A
10 a.m - 12:00 p.m.
Group B
12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Starts on: September 07
Ends on: October 04
Ends on: October 04
Sundays
10 a.m - 12:00 p.m.
12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Learn, explore & plan
- Kick off with an energizing live session to set the tone
- Explore proven frameworks and tools you’ll actually use
- Map out your project game plan, roles, and milestones
- Define what a winning outcome will look like
- End the day knowing exactly how you’ll hit the ground running
Monday - Friday
Flexible time
Teamwork
Build, test & refine
- Team up to crack real-world challenges
- Experiment with ideas, test them, and see what sticks
- Turn rough drafts into polished,
ready-to-show results - Share feedTrade feedback, tweak your approach, and push quality higherback and adjust ideas
- Get your work in shape for Saturday’s big review
Saturdays
10 a.m - 12:00 p.m.
12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Review, reflect & present
- Show off your team’s results and biggest breakthroughs
- Get clear, focused feedback you can
act on immediately - Pinpoint what worked, what didn’t, and how to improve
- Celebrate wins and set ambitious goals
for the next round
07
September
14
September
21
September
28
September
08-12
Sept.
15-19
Sept.
22-26
Sept.
29
Sept.
-03
Oct.
13
September
20
September
27
September
04
October
How to join the Practicum?
01
Apply
To get started, submit your CV and complete the initial application form. This step is designed to get to know your motivations, interests, and what draws you to this program. Your responses give us a sense of your potential and whether the program is the right fit for your goals.
02
Wait
Our team carefully reviews each submission to build a well-balanced, motivated cohort. During this time, we’re looking for alignment - not perfection. We assess your readiness, mindset, and the unique perspective you’d bring to the learning environment. You’ll hear back from us as soon as a decision is made.
03
Join
If your application is accepted, we’ll send you a personal admission email along with a secure payment link. Once your payment is received, you will be officially admitted and provided with all necessary onboarding details before the program begins.