Master of Science in Data Science
Loyola University Maryland College of Arts and Sciences
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Campus location
Baltimore, USA
Languages
English
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Earliest start date
Sep 2024
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Introduction
Data Science is a new discipline that sits at the nexus of computer science, statistics, and business. A data scientist identifies opportunities for organizations, whether they be Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, start-ups with data driven products, government offices, or non-profits by unearthing solutions to business challenges.
Take your career to the next level with the online Master of Science in Data Science from Loyola University Maryland. This master’s program provides the skills needed to become a data scientist. Students graduate ready for a career in the growing and in-demand field of data science.
What is Data Science?
Data science is an evolving discipline that sits at the nexus of computer science, statistics, and business. Through data analysis, a data scientist identifies strategic and operational opportunities for organizations, whether they be Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, start-ups, government offices, or non-profits. Organizations need to derive value from available data. Because of this need, data scientists are in great demand, commanding up to six-figure salaries. According to glassdoor.com, data science positions are among the top for work-life balance and the US Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the need for computer and information scientists to grow by 16%, adding over 5,200 new jobs.