MS in Analytics
Data analysis plays a crucial role in solving organizational challenges and making effective business decisions. An MS in analytics provides you with an in-demand skill set that will allow you to step into more specialized roles in your career. Plus, that expert knowledge in this complex field may open more lucrative doors in your career.
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Earn your degree—and advance your career—on your own terms. Full-time students graduate in a year, part-time in 2+ years.
Bridge theory and practice by studying real-world data and working with a DC-area company.
Why get an MS in Analytics at Kogod?
Business-Centric
The program is housed in DC's first accredited business school, and it shows. Our curriculum takes students through the full lifecycle of business analytics by providing foundations in technology, finance, insurance, utilities, manufacturing, consulting, government, and business intelligence.
Hands-On Learning
The MS in analytics is designed to bridge the gap between theory and practice from day one. Throughout the program, you'll gain a command of programming languages like R, Python, SQL, and Tableau. The highlight of our program is the capstone experience, where you'll partner with a local organization on an analytics project.
Guest Speakers
Guest speakers are also a key component of your education and have included Leif Ulstrup, CEO and founder of Primehook Technology; Rod Fontecilla, vice president and global lead advanced data analytics for Unisys; and Anshu Sinha, principal data scientist for Zocdoc.
Functional Specializations
Gain in-depth knowledge in a particular area and graduate with a skill set that sets you apart. Choose from marketing, biostatistics, IT consulting, forensic accounting, finance, or computational statistics. You can also work with your advisor to create your own specialization.
Professional Certificates
Gain an edge in this competitive job market by completing one of our professional graduate certificates. Enhance your degree with a certificate in forensic accounting or any of our other five graduate certificate options.
Dedicated Faculty
Our faculty are renowned experts in their field and key players in the profit and nonprofit sectors, government, and global organizations. As mentors, they are invested in the professional and academic success of our students.
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Comprehensive Core
The MS in analytics program consists of 33 credit hours. The courses in core competencies and analytics foundations provide a well-rounded understanding of the field. You'll learn evidence-based data gathering, data modeling, and quantitative analysis, as well as how to implement these tools to provide businesses with competitive advantages. Students gain skills to work in business intelligence, financial analysis, marketing, and consulting.
Practical Expertise
To further your expertise, you'll either choose a functional specialization or a functional background. These concentrations allow you to elevate your skills in some of the most critical aspects of analytics.
The highlight of our curriculum is the Capstone Practicum, which gives you the chance to apply high-level analytical skills to real-world data. When you graduate, you'll leave with the practical know-how to take on that next step in your career.
Kogod has a profound purpose of making its students masters in real-world experience."
Komi Koffi
MS in Analytics Alumn '21
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.
Capstone Practicum
Gain real-world experience by solving an analytics problem for a local organization. Past clients include DC United, Special Olympics, Eastbanc Technologies, and Earth Networks.
Washington, DC
By studying in the nation's capital, you will have access to invaluable networking and professional opportunities. Whether you're interested in large corporations, government agencies, or the nonprofit world, DC offers a wealth of possibilities for your career.
*Black = Black or African American; Hispanic = Hispanic/American or Latino; AIAN = American Indian or Alaska Native; NHPI = Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander.
Asavari joins us from Pune and has a dual bachelor's degree in electronics engineering and chemistry from BITS Pilani India Institution. Why did Asavari choose Kogod? Four reasons, the rigorous curriculum that develops analytical skills, world-renowned professors, the location, and a diverse network. But don't take our word for it! Schedule a one-on-one appointment with Asavari to learn more about her reasons and her experience at Kogod.
Candy joins us from Costa Rica and has a bachelor's degree in mathematical finance from Seton Hall University. Why did Candy choose the MS in analytics program at Kogod? Three reasons: the location, our faculty, and their research work. But don't take our word for it! Schedule a one-on-one appointment with Candy to learn more about her reasons and her experience at Kogod.
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Praneeth joins us from Gudivada, Andhra Pradesh, and has a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the National Institute of Technology, Raipur.
Why did Praneeth choose the MS in analytics program at Kogod? Two reasons: a supportive community and the location, not just because of the business resources but the lovely DC weather too, in Praneeth's opinion. But don't take our word for it! Schedule a one-on-one appointment with Praneeth to learn more about his reasons and experience at Kogod.
Our graduates have found professional success in a wide range of industries, that span the public, private, and non-profit sectors. Six months after graduation, 93 percent of our students report they are either fully employed, in graduate school, or both.
Graduates of the program can work as:
- Intelligence analysts
- Financial analysts
- Marketing analysts
- Business analytics consultants
- Entrepreneurs
- Supply chain managers
Recent employers include:
- Booz Allen Hamilton
- Cisco
- Deloitte
- Department of Defense
- The Rare Genomics Institute
- National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
- EJF Capital
- Gartner
- Geico
Learn about and apply cutting-edge technology that analytics professionals work with every day. In addition to workshops and training, you'll have access to licensed software and databases for your own projects.
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