Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s (WPI) Master of Science in Data Science online program prepares you to derive new insights from data and articulate these findings into innovative solutions for how we live, work, and interact with the world around us. In addition to the core courses that teach data science essentials, you’ll choose from a variety of electives that allow you to customize the program in two specializations to achieve your unique career goals.
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Online Master of Science in Data Science: Program Summary
Make a real-world impact by harnessing the power of data. With your online master of science in data science from WPI, you will master database management and analysis techniques such as machine learning and data-mining algorithms. You’ll gain a deeper knowledge of statistics and will have used a rich diversity of data-analysis software. WPI’s interdisciplinary approach rounds out your degree while developing your interpersonal and storytelling skills alongside technical mastery. In 2022, Fortune magazine ranked WPI fifth in their list of Best Online Master’s in Data Science Programs.
Develop fundamental skills in the computing languages and mathematics that power data science
- Understand foundational programming concepts as they relate to data structures
- Apply design and analysis techniques to non-numeric algorithms that act on data structures such as lists, stacks, queues, and graphs in order to write programming for various applications
- Develop essential statistics and linear algebra skills for data science
Apply the full scope of tools and technologies needed to create, manage, and analyze large-scale databases
- Build aptitude in the theoretical and computational concepts used to analyze high-dimensional data sets
- Learn the elements of theory and design for database management systems
- Use relevant statistical methods such as predictive modeling, data dimension reduction, classification, and clustering
- Understand the machine learning production lifecycle and apply solutions to address issues from real business case studies
Choose from specializations in Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning or Big Data Analytics or build your own area of focus from a range of electives
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning: Examine research and perspectives on core concepts in knowledge discovery, data mining, artificial intelligence, and deep learning to inform hands-on projects
- Big Data Analytics & Management: Gain experience with the technologies and methods needed to visualize, manage, and analyze large-scale datasets for applications in business, research, and more
- Business Intelligence: Gain knowledge and experience designing, developing, and using analytical business dashboards for monitoring organizational performance and making data-driven decisions. Learn key concepts and tools to turn raw data into useful business intelligence
Apply what you’ve learned as a scientist, strategist, and professional to develop an implementable data-focused solution
- Examine research and perspectives on core concepts in knowledge discovery, data mining, artificial intelligence, and deep learning to inform hands-on projects
- Gain experience with the technologies and methods needed to visualize, manage, and analyze large-scale datasets for applications in business, research, and more
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December 16, 2022 - Next Start Date:
January 10, 2023