Join colleagues and world-renowned experts in the data mining community for the conference that will change the way your organization uses its data. M2005 has attracted the best and brightest in the industry to discuss the latest developments and trends in the field of data mining. As the premier data mining technology conference in the industry, M2005 will attract hundreds of attendees from across the globe. Don't miss this opportunity to get the most up-to-date information in the industry and network with colleagues from all over the world.
In addition to the 2-day conference, M2005 will also offer the latest technical training in the industry. Training is scheduled for October 26-28.
Note: Web registration does not guarantee a seat in this conference; M2005 can fill up before registrations are processed. If space is available, you will receive confirmation via e-mail the next business day if we received your correct e-mail address. If you can't be reached by e-mail, you will receive a confirmation letter within five business days. If the conference is unavailable, you will receive notification via e-mail or phone by the following business day to discuss alternative times or courses.
Fees
| Standard Price | EPTO Units | |
| Conference Only | $1,395 | 5 units |
| Conference (1 day of training) | $1,695 | 6 units |
| Conference (2 days of training) | $1,995 | 7 units |
| Conference (3 days of training) | $2,295 | 8 units |
Registration fees cover conference sessions and materials, continental breakfast each morning, breaks each day, lunch each afternoon, and conference reception on Monday. If registering for conference training, fees also include lunch each day, all course materials, and computer time for lecture/workshop courses.
As part of SAS' commitment to academic (post-secondary degree-granting) customers, a 50-percent discount is available to faculty, staff, and full-time students attending the conference. Simply complete the registration, noting your affiliation in the "additional comments" field, and include a letter with department head's signature as proof of your affiliation with a post-secondary degree-granting institution.
Course Cancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend the event for which you registered, please inform SAS as soon as possible. Fees are fully refundable if notification is received by phone, mail, or e-mail at least 8 calendar days prior to the scheduled start date of an event; after that (7 calendar days or less), the full event fee will be charged. Substitutions (name changes) are accepted at any time prior to the course.SAS reserves the right to cancel course dates due to insufficient enrollment. Students will be notified of cancellations within 7 working days of the course start date.
Customer Service
For continuing service regarding M2005, you can reach a Customer Service Representative at 800-333-7660.Class Info
If you are attending conference training, classes begin at 9:00 am on the scheduled start date of your course. Classes end by 4:00 or 5:00 pm each day. All training is held in the Rio All-Suite Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.Please note the following:
Recording devices, including video and audio, are not permitted in the classroom.
For security reasons, SAS does not allow access to the internet or to e-mail from classroom computers.
Students attending SAS classes are not allowed to have children or guests accompany them.
Classroom temperatures do fluctuate. Please bring a light jacket or sweater to ensure your comfort level.
U.S. Tax Information
Your invoice will include applicable sales taxes which, based on our understanding of your state's tax laws, SAS Institute Inc. is required to collect and remit. Taxes are applicable on courses held in the following states: CT, HI, NM.Costs including fees, travel, lodging, and a portion of meal expenses related to attending a SAS Institute, Inc. training course may be tax deductible as a business expense by the attendee. Contact your tax advisor to ascertain whether you qualify for this tax deductible business expense.
Continuing Education Units
When you successfully complete SAS training courses, you earn Continuing Education Units (CEU). The CEU, a nationally recognized unit of measurement for continuing education courses, is defined as "ten contact hours of participation in an organized continuing education experience under responsible sponsorship, capable direction, and qualified instruction." CEUs give you units of measurement for professional development that can be accumulated and documented. For each three-day SAS training course, you earn 1.8 CEUs, 1.2 in each two-day course, .6 for each 1-day course, and .3 for each half-day course.Special Needs
If you have a disability requiring a reasonable accommodation, please send SAS Institute a description (space is provided on the online registration form) of that accommodation along with your advance registration at least ten working days before the course begins.By attending M2005, you are agreeing that SAS may use your name, picture and/or feedback comments in any media, worldwide, in connection with any account of conference events.
