南衛(wèi)理公會(huì)大學(xué)萊爾工程學(xué)院

DataScience at SMU is an online Master of Science in Data Science program designed for current and aspiring data science professionals looking to gain the advanced skills needed to manage, analyze, mine and understand complex data to make strategic decisions in their organizations. Through a combination of interactive coursework, collaborative group activities and online face-to-face classes, students gain the technical, analytical and communication skills needed to make meaningful data-driven decisions across various industries.

DataScience is a interdisciplinary curriculum draws from SMU’s Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, Lyle School of Engineering and Meadows School of the Arts. Classes and coursework focus on statistics while building and expanding upon computer science and data visualization skills. As students progress in the program, they master more advanced concepts and have the opportunity to choose a specialization with a customized curriculum that closely aligns with their goals.

Specializations

By choosing an area of specialization, students can master necessary skill sets and apply them directly to their career interests.

• Machine Learning Specialization
• Business Analytics Specialization

The Machine Learning Specialization is for students who wish to master the machine learning skills that are required in highly technical data science careers. Students learn to utilize advanced computational algorithms needed to build platforms that expand the boundaries of machine cognitive function to provide solutions, advance automation and evolve processes.

The Business Analytics Specialization is for students seeking to master the ability to utilize the information available at the end of the data life cycle and to employ advanced qualitative analysis to help businesses improve performance, operations and strategic decision-making. Students will gain skills that allow them to synthesize data, make informed conclusions, present to stakeholders with clear, impactful visualizations and lead strategic discussions among diverse audiences in their business or organization.