BAU’s Master of Science in Big Data Analytics leads to career paths in data analysis positions for various industries. The primary benefit of this program is that students gain theoretical knowledge and hands-on experiences in data collection and analysis to execute processes manually and automatically, which will provide them with intensive skills to pursue career positions in data analytics for various types of organizations and businesses.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES

Understand the theories and methodologies of data science applied to Big Data and Data Mining, including principles, frameworks, and models for transferring, transforming, analyzing, and interpreting data.
Convert a data analytic problem and related information into a proper mathematical, statistical representation, and usable contexts by using appropriate methodologies for transferring, transforming, and analyzing based on attributes of the available datasets.
Apply advanced and intelligent computer algorithms to produce a reliable data model and system for implementing automatic data collection and analysis using computer programming languages for data sciences, such as Python, R, etc.
Demonstrate effectiveness and efficiency of operating and executing computer commandline interfaces and software applications for data organization, manipulation, and presentation, including implementations of security measures and ethical practices for collecting and storing data.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including data collection process and summarization of results in the descriptive, numerical, and visual forms.
Appraise knowledge, skills, and abilities in information technology and data science of big data analytics applying to research and project beneficial to organizations, such as federal or national governments, state and local governments, nonprofits, and industries, in protecting digital resources and infrastructures.
Assess technical skills and knowledge to pursue various professional technology certifications globally recognizable in the industry, such as Dell Associate – Data Science Version 2.0 Certification, Dell Specialist – Data Scientist, Advanced Analytics Version 1.0 Certification, etc.
Understand the role of responsible citizenship in the legitimate use of technology and digital data

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