M.S. in Applied Data Science
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Learn to Inspire as a Data-Driven Leader
Stand out in today’s competitive landscape by transforming information into impactful decisions.
At Eastern Connecticut State University, we recognize the transformative power of data. The focus of our M.S. in Applied Data Science degree is to equip you with the skills to not just gather and analyze data, but to translate it into meaningful insights. These insights are key to informed decision-making, strengthening business outcomes, and deepening your understanding of customer needs.
Students in Eastern Connecticut State University’s (Eastern) online Master of Science Degree in Applied Data Science program explore a robust curriculum designed to empower them to make lasting contributions in an increasingly data-centric world. This includes the study of big data management, machine learning techniques, database modeling, and visualization design principles, among other relevant topics – including industry-standard programming languages such as R, Python, and SQL.
By earning your 30-credit hour M.S. Degree in Applied Data Science degree, you can prepare to make a bigger difference in your workplace and in the lives of the people it helps to serve.
Gain the ability to acquire, assess, and manage complex data sets. Learn to clean, process, and prepare information for analysis, ensuring accuracy and reliability at every stage of the data journey.
Apply advanced methods to real-world data, interpret results with confidence, and recognize the limitations of analyses. Build the skills to draw meaningful, well-reasoned conclusions that drive impact.
Create and critique effective visualizations that bring data to life. Learn to communicate methods and results clearly—whether writing for technical peers or presenting to non-technical stakeholders.
Demonstrate readiness to manage the full cycle of a data-driven project, from acquisition to communication. Develop the expertise to translate complex data into strategies that shape informed decisions.
Curious professionals with a passion for strategy, analytics, research, and the practical application of data analysis can build upon their current knowledge and skills with Eastern Connecticut State University’s online Master of Science in Applied Data Science program. The potential career outcomes are vast and may inspire those wanting to pursue new opportunities in any industry.
The growth potential for those interested in pursuing their graduate education in applied data science speaks for itself. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicts that the demand for data scientists is projected to increase by 36% between 2023 and 2033. The BLS also reports a median salary of $108,020 per year for those in this role.**
**Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Data Scientists, on the internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/math/data-scientists.htm (visited Sept. 16, 2024).
Dr. Dancik is interested broadly in data science, but specializes in bioinformatics and computational biology. His research involves applying statistical, mathematical, and computational models to answer biological questions and to gain insight into biological systems. His current work focuses on the identification of genomic biomarkers in cancer and methods for mining biomedical literature. Dr. Dancik earned an M.S. in Statistics, and a Ph.D. in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology from Iowa State University.
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*You must enroll with full-time status with no breaks in attendance to complete this program in 18 months. Full-time status may vary based on the program and term. This timeline may vary depending on your individual circumstances and course availability.
