Along with the New Year comes the addition of a new wing to the Institute’s facilities in the Alliance Building. The opening of the 3,000 square foot expansion to the 2nd floor gives the Institute a new main entrance to welcome visitors. The added space allows for several offices and team rooms, Continue reading “New Wing Opens”
Students in the Master of Science in Analytics (MSA) Class of 2017 celebrated the holidays with a mixture of good fun and community service. Students worked to bring together a wonderful collection of toys and other gifts for infants and children at WakeMed Hospital. A big THANK YOU! to all of our students and the Institute’s community of family and friends who participated in the charitable drive. Continue reading “Celebrate the Holidays!”
The Institute welcomes applicants from around the world to apply for admission to the Master of Science in Analytics (MSA). Applications from non-U.S. citizens residing outside the U.S. should be submitted as early as possible to ensure sufficient review time for admission and visa clearance prior to the program start date in June. Continue reading “International Applicants”
If you’re an employer looking to hire a talented analytics professional in the next 120 days, please let the Institute connect you with one of our 119 candidates in the Master of Science in Analytics (MSA) Class of 2017. The Class Resume Book is now available and free to prospective employers. Please contact us to receive your copy. Continue reading “Recruitment Season Opens”
From Data Column, the MSA Student Blog, David Jordan writes: “As the title suggests, the MSA program is intense. There are projects, homeworks, and real-world practicum projects. Every aspect of the program is focused on “developing the world’s best data professionals,” as Dr. Rappa likes to say. However, this article isn’t about the program being intense, but rather it is about taking a break from the intensity, embarking on a journey, and ending up in tents.” Read more
This year’s Thanksgiving food drive organized by the MSA Class of 2017 contributed generously to our neighbors at the Centennial Middle School. Students donated 30 grocery bags filled with food to help celebrate the holiday for 30 families in need. Many thanks to all of our students and to Grace Heyne and DT Oliver for leading the effort. Continue reading “Students Organize Food Drive”
The Institute welcomes applicants for the Master of Science in Analytics (MSA) Class of 2018, our 11th student cohort, which will begin studies next summer (June 2017). The MSA is the nation’s longest running full-fledged master’s degree program in data science with an unparalleled track record for producing highly sought-after graduates. Applications are now being reviewed and the process will continue on a rolling basis, so it’s beneficial to apply early. Continue reading “Applying to Class of 2018”
Twenty-four teams of Master of Science in Analytics (MSA) students spread out across the country the past few weeks to kick-off practicum projects with their sponsors. From Boston to Orlando to Dallas, Texas, teams traveled to meet with executives to review business objectives and to familiarize themselves with the sponsor organization and industry. The MSA Class of 2017 brings the total number of practicum projects to 130 with over 100 sponsors since the Institute’s inception in 2007. The projects cover a wide spectrum of problem areas and industries. Continue reading “Practicum Team Kick-offs”