Advanced Certificate in
Data Science

Degree Type

Advanced Certificate

Study Options

On Campus
Online
Hybrid

Enhance your Career in Data Science

Monroe University’s 18-credit Advanced Certificate program in Data Science is designed for students who have completed their graduate degree in Computer Science or a related field and seek to enhance their theoretical, analytical, and practical skills through

Statistical and object-oriented programming
Big data management and analysis
Machine learning
Scientific methods, processes, and analytics

The Curriculum

Students will gain a solid background in management, team building, communications, and critical thinking. The curriculum emphasizes practical proficiency in applying relevant skills through courses in statistical modeling, data management, machine learning, and big data analytics.

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Featured Course

Machine Learning

Provides a broad introduction to machine learning and statistical pattern recognition based on a fundamental knowledge of computer science principles and skills, probability, and statistics theory. You will learn about recent applications such as supervised and unsupervised learning, robotic control, data mining, autonomous navigation, bioinformatics, speech recognition, and text and web data processing.

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Careers & Certifications

Students completing the Advanced Certificate program in Data Science will be qualified for employment as an Associate Data Scientist, Data Scientist, Data Analyst, Machine Learning Engineer, Applied Data Scientist, Predictive Analyst, Senior Data Scientist, Data Statistician, Technical Analyst, Instructor, or Data Engineer in private, government, and non-profit sectors.

Additionally, students who complete the program will be prepared for various industry recognized certifications such as: