Master of Science in Data Analytics
Employ data to make better business decisions.
The Master of Science in Data Analytics program emphasizes critical thinking and teaches students to employ data to make better business decisions. The program includes courses in business data analytics and data management and seeks to prepare students for careers as data analysts. Concepts covered in the program’s courses are widely utilized across a wide variety of business fields, including operations, marketing, finance, accounting, cybersecurity, and healthcare administration.
Students concurrently earn the Business Analytics and Big Data Post-Baccalaureate Certificate and Data Analytics Post-Baccalaureate Certificate while pursuing the Master of Science in Data Analytics.
Data Analytics Courses
Your class schedule will include a series of core courses related to your field and taught by faculty experts.
| Course Name | Course Code | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Data | MDA 510 | 3 Credits |
| Data Driven Management Decision Making | MDA 524 | 3 Credits |
| Big Data and Technology | MDA 532 | 3 Credits |
| Marketing Analytics | MDA 534 | 3 Credits |
| Data Privacy & Security | MDA 536 | 3 Credits |
Careers in Data Analytics
Data Scientist
Business Intelligence Analyst
Data Engineer
Machine Learning Engineer
Quantitative Analyst
Data Analytics Consultant
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Data Analytics Certificate
The Data Analytics Certificate program emphasizes critical thinking and teaches students to employ data to make better business decisions. After you get the immediate knowledge that you need, consider applying your earned credits toward the full degree when the time is right for you. Once you’ve finished your Data Analytics Certificate, you can “stack” the Certificate in Business Analytics and Big Data Certificate along with two courses: In Introduction to Data and the Capstone Project to receive your MS in Data Analytics.
Business Analytics and Big Data Certificate
The Business Analytics and Big Data Certificate program emphasizes critical thinking and teaches students to employ data to make better business decisions. After you get the immediate knowledge that you need, consider applying your earned credits toward the full degree when the time is right for you. Upon completion of your Business Analytics and Big Data Certificate, you can “stack” the Certificate in Data Analysis along with two additional courses: Introduction to Data and the Capstone Project to receive your MS in Data Analytics.