Data Analytics Program Highlights

Harness the power of data.

Computer science is a foundational discipline that drives innovation across nearly every aspect of modern life—from smartphones and smart homes to self-driving cars and intelligent virtual assistants. Computer scientists are critical in shaping how we communicate, work, travel, and interact with technology.

Computer scientists, often working alongside software developers, data scientists, and engineers, use their algorithms, data structures, programming languages, including Python, Java, C#, and SQL, and systems design expertise to solve complex problems and build reliable, scalable software. They are not just coders but analytical thinkers and creative problem-solvers who design the logic that powers everything from operating systems and mobile applications to cutting-edge artificial intelligence systems.

With the rapid evolution of technology, professionals in this field must stay current with emerging trends such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data analytics, extended reality (XR), and quantum computing. These technologies are transforming the healthcare, finance, transportation, and entertainment industries, creating a growing demand for skilled professionals.

The Data Analytics concentration equips computer science students with expertise in statistical analysis, data visualization, database systems, and data mining techniques. This concentration focuses on turning raw data into actionable insights that drive decision-making across industries. Graduates are positioned to pursue business intelligence, data engineering, data analytics, software developer, and software engineering careers or advance to graduate programs such as a Master of Science in Information Systems, which combines technical expertise with business acumen, preparing them for leadership roles, or a Master of Science in Data Science, which focuses on data analysis, predictive modeling, statistical computing, and machine learning techniques to extract insights from data.

Whether uncovering trends, building smarter systems, or driving innovation through data, students in the Data Analytics concentration are empowered to lead in a world where data shapes the future.