Applied Data and Predictive Analytics, BPS

Contact

Associate Dean:

Ryan O. Williams, Associate Dean of Academic Affairs

Professor of Practice College of Professional Studies, rywillia@syr.edu

Program Director:
Steve Wallace, Professor of Practice

College of Professional Studies, swalla02@syr.edu

Program Questions, contact the College of Professional Studies at 315-443-9378, or email parttime@syr.edu

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Description

The Bachelor of Professional Studies in Applied Data and Predictive Analytics offers students broad skills in information systems, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and data graphics and visualization. Students will be able to interpret and translate data into market-ready, actionable information. Data analytics and visualization skills are highly prized in the global marketplace. This online bachelor’s degree ties together the fields of computer science, management, and business intelligence to prepare budding analysts to derive insights from complex data.

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Collect, store, access, transform, and generate data by identifying and leveraging applicable technologies.

2. Create actionable insight across a range of contexts (e.g. societal, business, political), using tools, techniques, and data.

3. Communicate insights gained based on tools, techniques, and data enhancement methods.

4. Use programming languages such as R and Python to support the generation of actionable insight.

Liberal Studies Core (30-33 credits)

The Liberal Studies Core gives a foundation in writing, language or quantitative skills, humanities, social science, natural science, and critical reflections. It draws upon lower-division courses in the College of Arts and Sciences.

Writing (6 Credits)

Quantitative Skills (Choose 6-8 credits)

Complete Quantitative Skills Sequence Requirement outlined in the Liberal Arts Core Guidebook.

Humanities (Choose 6 credits)

Any course listed in the Humanities Division of the Liberal Arts Core Guidebook.

Social Science (Choose 6 credits)

Any course listed in the Social Sciences Division of the Liberal Arts Core Guidebook.

Natural Science (Choose 3-4 credits)

Any course listed in the Natural Sciences Division of the Liberal Arts Core Guidebook.

Critical Reflections on Ethical & Social Issues (Choose 3 Credits)

Any course listed in the Critical Reflections on Ethical & Social Issues Division of the Liberal Arts Core Guidebook.

Students are required to select one Liberal Arts Core Course that meets the IDEA requirement

Professional Competencies Core (30 credits)

The Professional Competencies Core covers fundamental knowledge and abilities required in the modern workplace, such as ethics and critical thinking, problem solving, human relations, diversity and change management, budgeting and resource management, and teamwork. The Professional Competencies Core includes an introductory course, and a capstone experience required of all B.P.S. students. Designed to draw together issues from across the entire B.P.S. program, these courses summarize concepts covered in the curriculum and develop students’ skills in strategic decision-making that looks to the future.

Required Courses (9 credits)

Choose 7 of the following (21)

Major Requirements (30 credits)

Electives

27-30 Credits (or as many needed to reach 120 credits)

Note:

The degree is administered by the College of Professional Studies. Each student should consult with their Academic Advisor to structure a plan for degree completion.