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Applied Statistics & Analytics
Master's
Program Overview
In today's data-driven world, if you can analyze data and unlock insights, your talents are in high demand. You can join the fast-growing field of data champions with a master of science in applied statistics and analytics. Learn to take raw numbers, mine insights and see your career take off. Gain the data skills to thrive in this dynamic field.
Program Snapshot
Why This Program & What You'll Learn
Transform numbers and data into real-world insights. The master’s program in applied statistics & analytics provides you with advanced knowledge and real-world applications in data science. You’ll also learn valuable teamwork and presentation skills that are essential in the workplace.
We offer several sequences of coursework. These include data management and programming; data mining predictive modeling; big data analytics option; and applied statistics option.
Most of the courses require a semester-long research project. You are encouraged to exhibit your projects at the annual poster presentation. Outstanding projects are recommended for international project competitions organized by the SAS Institute. In previous years, several student projects have won the competitions.
The statistician employment rate is expected to increase 31% by 2028 projected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. It is rated the best 6th best job of all disciplines and No. 1 in Best Business Jobs, according to U.S. & World Reports “2020 Best Job Ranking”.
Partnering with the SAS Institute, the world leader in analytics, we prepare you for two SAS professional certificate programs. One is Certified Specialist: SAS Base Programming Certification Exam. The other is Predictive Modeler Professional Certification Exam.
We offer graduate teaching assistantships to master's students. Teaching assistantships are determined by the graduate committee based on academic credentials and previous teaching performance.
Program Highlights
As a student in the CMU applied statistics & analytics master’s program, you’ll:
- Work alongside faculty mentors with expertise in actuarial and risk analysis; Bayesian techniques and applications; and data mining.
- Develop strong analytical skills and abilities to manage and interpret big data — talents that are in high demand in virtually every discipline.
- Participate in internships or research projects of your choice supervised by a faculty advisor, an internal or external consulting project, or an internship at a company.
Careers & Outcomes
Statistical knowledge and skill is in high demand and applicable to any industry or business that leverage big data to gather actionable insights. Your degree will help you excel in several fields.
| Career | Projected Salary |
|---|---|
| Data Engineer | $113,110 |
| Financial Quantitative Analyst | $99,596 |
| Data Analyst (General) | $72,247 |
| Strategic Marketing Analyst | $72,119 |
Networking opportunities
Prepare for life after CMU graduation by making contact during your graduate studies. Student organizations such as Kappa Mu Epsilon, Gamma Iota Sigma Nu and the Statistics Club help you to pave the way to a successful future.