The era of big data and artificial intelligence (AI) has disrupted the business world, causing rapid transformation across industries. In the last three years, job postings in the applied analytics and AI field increased by 15,625%. 1
Data professionals must be prepared with not only the technical skills but also the strategy and communication expertise to manage data-driven projects, communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders, and articulate the business value of the technical projects they produce.
[1]”The speed of skill change: Every job in the U.S. is changing. Are you?” Lightcast. January 2025.
USC Bovard College’s Online Master of Science in Applied Analytics offers contextual learning through case studies and a deep understanding of the analytics life cycle. As a student in the program,
you will:
- Formulate and frame business-centric problems using modern analytical techniques
- Evaluate key technologies, environments, and techniques for data management and analysis
- Prepare data acquired from disparate sources to address organizational problems and identify areas for growth
- Build trustworthy and interpretable models using effective data analytics science-driven methods
- Use data visualization to communicate results to stakeholders
- Create strategies to monitor models over time
As the generative AI landscape continues to evolve, the possibilities for application are endless. Our Online Master of Science in Applied Analytics will prepare you to add critical value and contribute effectively to business performance, stay on the cutting edge of innovation, and remain a leader throughout your career.
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