Master's Program

Data analytics is a fast-growing field and often the key to business strategy and the solution to complex questions. Data analysts are sought after in nearly every field. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts rapid employment growth for data occupations with employment in these areas “projected to grow faster than the 5-percent average for all occupations over the 2021–31 decade.” 

Graduates of this program will be able to demonstrate the following areas of knowledge:

1. Define and solve complex data-based problems using appropriate statistical methodologies analyses
2. Select appropriate statistical and predictive methodologies with both sparse and large data sets
3. Provide appropriate theoretical interpretation of these results based on discipline-related concepts
4. Apply machine learning, natural language processing, and generative AI models to strategically answer complex questions
5. Demonstrate effective written and oral communications skills for conclusions drawn from the analyses of data
6. Create effective visual representations to increase the understanding and utilization of complex data
7. Maintain collaborative team relationships to effectively contribute to a shared project
8. Have functional programming skills in a data-related language