The Data Science & Analytics Graduate Certificate Program is a look into the core curriculum of Data Science.
Large scale data represents opportunity in nearly every field of advanced study. The online graduate certificate options in data science and analytics from MU will help you understand the full spectrum of data science & analytics and how it can help you make better decisions. If you want to see how data science can help inform and develop future leaders, this may be the certificate for you.
Tailor the certificate to your needs and interests
Choose from three different graduate certificate options: Data Science, Geospatial Analytics, or Health Data Science. Students completing any of these certificates may use the credits earned toward the MS in Data Science & Analytics.
The program is designed for professionals who want to use data to enhance decision making and outcomes.
At the conclusion of the Graduate Certificate in Data Science and Analytics, students will:
- Have experience in applying state-of-the-art data science tools and techniques to solve industry, academic, and/or business data and decision-making challenges.
- Have a comprehensive understanding of modern data analytics, statistical analysis, and visualization tools that facilitate timely, large data analysis.
- Be able to effectively communicate to a broad audience the relevant information derived from large data collections using a variety of visualization and presentation methods.
- Understand the fundamental and advanced statistical and mathematical principles upon which advanced data analysis techniques are built.
“The goals of each student vary as widely as their backgrounds and experience. They are professionals that all see the value of data-driven analysis and will each use these new skills to complement their areas of expertise.”
Renee Henderson
DSA Class of ’18
