The Master of Science in Analytics (MSA) is an intensive 10-month degree designed to give students a thorough understanding of the tools, methods, applications and practice of advanced analytics. It is both focused and practical in its orientation, with the goal to provide an education that is directly applicable to a career in industry.
The MSA is an integrated, interdisciplinary curriculum consisting of classes developed exclusively for the program. Topics of study include data mining, forecasting, optimization, text analytics, databases, data visualization, data privacy and security, financial analytics, and customer analytics, among other areas. Students gain hands-on experience with the same complex tools used in industry today. Team projects are based on real analytical problems facing organizations, using real data from corporate sponsors. Teamwork is strongly emphasized throughout the course of study.
The program seeks to admit students with a strong aptitude in quantitative analysis, as well as a propensity for teamwork. Past academic studies in mathematics, statistics, computer programming, business and economics, are relevant prerequisites. The degree is suitable for a new or recent graduate, as well as an experienced professional.
Applications will continued to be reviewed until May 1. Classes begin each year around July 1. Sign-up for e-mail updates for prospective students.
Interested individuals should send their resume to analytics@ncsu.edu, and we will let you know if the MSA degree is right for you. (We will reply as soon as possible, but you should allow for up to 30 days, depending on the time of year.)
| Degree: | Master of Science in Analytics (MSA) |
| Director: | Dr. Michael Rappa |
| Address: | Institute for Advanced Analytics |
| North Carolina State University | |
| 920 Main Campus Drive, Suite 530 | |
| Raleigh, NC 27606 USA | |
| Phone: | +1 (919) 513-3940 |
| Fax: | +1 (919) 513-2994 |
| Email: | analytics@ncsu.edu |
| Credit hrs: | 30 (Summer/Fall/Spring: 5/13/12) |
| Format: | Full-time, weekday, on-campus only. |
| Duration: | 10 months, beginning July 1 and ending May 1 |
| Deadlines: | Applications are reviewed January-May each year. International applicants are encouraged to apply early. |
| Tuition: | 2010-2011 tuition and fees will be approximately $7,200 for NC residents, and $21,600 for non-residents. Legal residents of Alabama*, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia*, Kentucky*, Louisiana*, Maryland, Mississippi*, Oklahoma, South Carolina*, Tennessee*, Texas, Virginia*, and West Virginia, may qualify for NC resident tuition under existing reciprocity agreements between states in the region. (*tuition reciprocity for MSA degree is already approved) |
| Class size: | 40 maximum |
| Entrance exam: | GRE recommended, but not required. |
| English proficiency: | Demonstrated English proficiency is required for non-native English speakers, with few exceptions. |
| Prerequisites: | Helpful prerequisite courses for applicants. |
| Resources: | Graduate School |
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