Artificial intelligence is here to stay, and business students need to be prepared to utilize applications for generative AI on day one of their future jobs.
At its core, the analytics degree is a business-oriented education where courses are balanced between business and statistical analysis. For someone from a business background who had been exploring technical skills, it was a perfect match."
STEM-Designated Program
STEM-designated programs equip students with technological expertise and leadership skills vital to the US economy. The designation also allows international students to apply for a 24-month extension of their Optional Practical Training.
Practicum Project
Gain hands-on client experience by solving an analytics problem for a real or simulated client using real-world data. Past clients include DC United, Special Olympics, Eastbanc Technologies, and Earth Networks.
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Kogod is one of more than 200 leading AI stakeholders to help advance the development and deployment of safe, trustworthy AI under the new US Government Safety Institute.
Kogod has a profound purpose of making its students masters in real-world experience."
Dheeraj comes to Kogod from Mumbai, India, and has a bachelor’s degree in management studies from the University of Mumbai. He was drawn to Kogod’s collaborative community, experiential learning opportunities, and alignment with his own career goals of being involved in data-driven decision-making. After earning his analytics degree, Dheeraj hopes to become a business analyst or business intelligence manager and to lead a team of analysts in designing and implementing strategies to improve operations and processes. Schedule a meeting with Dheeraj to learn about his experience as a Kogod student!
Conrad joins Kogod from Kampala, Uganda, and earned a degree in business administration and management from the Uganda Martyrs University’s Nkozi Campus. He wants to become a data scientist and leverage his data skills to develop models that support financial institutions in innovating and improving decision making. He chose Kogod to help him get there because of its infusion of AI into its curriculum and its opportunities for hands-on learning. To learn more about Conrad’s time at Kogod, schedule a one-on-one meeting with him!
Mathias is from Kampala, Uganda, and has a bachelor’s degree in information and communications technology from Gulu University. He says that Kogod’s analytics program aligned perfectly with his interest in data-driven decision making and his goals of elevating his skill set. Mathias says, “The program's comprehensive curriculum, enriched by a practical learning approach harmonizes with my professional objectives. I am captivated by how analytics can revolutionize businesses and spur innovation, and I eagerly anticipate exploring this through the Kogod program to fulfill my career ambitions.” After earning his degree, Mathias plans to become a data analytics consultant, and his overarching goal is to utilize technology to improve lives in Uganda. Speak with Mathias about his Kogod experience by scheduling a meeting with him!
Gaby is from Peru, and holds a degree in economics from Universidad de Piura. She chose to continue her education at Kogod due to the campus’s location and the reputation of its faculty. Once she completes her master’s degree, she hopes to work in consulting. Schedule a meeting with Gaby to learn more about her experience at Kogod!
Victoria joins the Kogod community from Albany, New York, and earned degrees in business and entertainment and business intelligence from American University. She chose Kogod for both her undergraduate and graduate programs due to its focus on applied learning, saying that “Kogod’s focus on practical experience and relationship building made it the ideal place for me to develop the skills and network necessary for success in today’s business landscape.” Victoria plans to work in business process analysis, as she is passionate about optimizing workflows and working with teams to solve high-impact problems. She’d also love to eventually teach a college course herself! To hear from Victoria about her time as a Kogod student, schedule a meeting with her!
Aiko comes to Kogod from Kyrgyzstan, and holds a BBA in data analytics from the Solbridge International School of Business. She says, “Kogod has everything to build the best version of me: relevant curriculum, internship possibilities, amazing networking and new challenges. Furthermore, all of the above mentioned are achieved here using sustainable practices.” Once she earns her master’s degree, Aiko wants to be an impactful member of her future work team and make meaningful contributions through predictive models to help build and implement best strategies. Learn more about Aiko’s time at Kogod by scheduling a meeting with her!
Aubrey is from Harare, Zimbabwe, and has a degree in finance from the National University of Science and Technology. His career goal is to become a chartered financial analyst with a strong base in data analytics and predictive modeling. He selected Kogod to help him get there because its program best aligned with his goals.He says, “Kogod really takes time to equip students with all the necessary skills they need to become a unique breed in the industry.” To learn more about Aubrey’s experience as a Kogod student, schedule a one-on-one meeting with him!
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The experience of the professors from the analytics space was just really attractive to me.”
Virtu first became interested in data science when she studied computational science in undergrad. She liked that the field played to her technical strengths in statistics and programming, while also maintaining creative freedom through problem-solving and storytelling.