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Applied Data Analytics: Master of Science Degree (MS)

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Application Deadlines

Spring Admission
November 1

Summer Session Admission
April 1

Fall Admission
July 1

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Exams & Waivers

Entrance exam: GRE or GMAT
Exam waiver available: Yes

Learn more about exam waiver eligibility

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Location

On campus

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Completion Time

1 year (full time)

2 years (part time)

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Big ideas required for big data.

Big data is shaping our lives and creating high demand for data scientists and analysts. Now is the time to capitalize on this growing opportunity and become job-ready with a Master of Science in Applied Data Analytics from App State.

Through this degree, you will experience highly individualized attention with career services, academic advising, soft skills training and professional development. You’ll graduate with expertise and a built-in network of colleagues who recognize the value of App State-trained data scientists.

Visit the Walker College of Business website for more information about the Applied Data Analytics program.

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93%

of 2020–21 alumni reached their career destination within six months of graduation.

$80,000

nationwide median salary for data analysts with a master’s degree, according to Payscale.

A 2022 Best

The Princeton Review named App State’s Walker College of Business in its “The Best Business Schools 2022” list.

Concentrations and Courses

    • Interdisciplinary Analytics

      Learn how to manage and manipulate data, create data visualizations and make strategic, data-driven recommendations to influence business outcomes.

      Graduate Bulletin & Course Catalog

    • Supply Chain Analytics

      Improve operational efficiency and effectiveness by enabling data-driven decisions at strategic, operational and tactical levels.

      Graduate Bulletin & Course Catalog

    • Sustainability Analytics

      Gain the tools to track sustainability indicators, analyze and interpret data, and report upon the findings to decision-makers.

      Graduate Bulletin & Course Catalog

    • Healthcare

      Gain essential competencies in managing, organizing and analyzing medical Information.

      Graduate Bulletin & Course Catalog

    • Marketing

      Use data to inform business strategy and drive marketing effectiveness.

      Graduate Bulletin & Course Catalog

Related Programs

  • Dual Degree Program: Applied Data Analytics - Interdisciplinary Analytics (MS) and Business Administration - Interdisciplinary Business (MBA)
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  • Dual Degree Program: Applied Data Analytics - Interdisciplinary Analytics (MS) and Public Administration - Public Management (MPA)
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  • Dual Degree Program: Engineering Physics - Systems and Laboratory Automation (MS) and Applied Data Analytics - Interdisciplinary Analytics (MS)
  • Dual Degree Program: Political Science - American Government (MA) and Applied Data Analytics - Interdisciplinary Analytics (MS)
  • Dual Degree Program: Political Science - Environmental Politics and Policy Analysis (MA) and Applied Data Analytics - Interdisciplinary Analytics (MS)
  • Dual Degree Program: Political Science - International Relations/Comparative Politics (MA) and Applied Data Analytics - Interdisciplinary Analytics (MS)

Careers

Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go!

Careers

  • Management Analyst/Consultant
  • Data Scientist
  • Big Data Analytics Specialist
  • Research Analyst
  • Manager of Services/Operations
  • Data Analyst
  • Project Manager
  • Environmental/Sustainability Analyst
  • Sustainability Manager
  • Supply Chain Manager
  • Marketing Analyst
  • Supply Chain Analyst
  • Procurement Analyst
  • Logistics Analyst

Career information resource

App State’s Career Development Center
Services provided by the Career Development Center include resume reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and other tools for you to achieve life and professional success.

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International Experience

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Professional Development

Invest in yourself with opportunities designed to stimulate career growth. Learn more

Graduate Assistantships

Earn some money while you earn your degree. Learn more

Accelerated Master’s

Get started on your master’s while you’re an undergrad. Learn more

Accreditation

This program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) — the hallmark of excellence in management education.

Dual Degrees

Double up on degrees for less. Learn more

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Program Contact

Dr. Jason Xiong
Program Director
xiongjj@appstate.edu
828-262-2351

Walker College of Business

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