The mission of the Master of Professional Studies in Analytics program is to foster foundational analytics skills among working professionals, including preparing data, conducting data analysis such as regression, forecasting, optimization, data visualization, and data story telling. This degree prepares students for entry- and mid-level roles in analytics, such as data analyst, data specialist, database analyst, program analyst, research analyst, or research associate. These roles are general analyst roles and are not specific to any particular professional domains or disciplines (e.g., business, marketing, and engineering). The degree is deeply rooted in experiential learning that is closely linked to professional applications in the work force.
The College of Professional Studies is one of ten colleges of Northeastern University, a nationally ranked private research university. Founded in 1960, the College provides lifelong experiential learning that unleashes the capacities of aspiring individuals in all stages and walks of life. The College teaches undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students on campus and online in more than 90 programs.