Master's in Data Science

Western Michigan University (WMU) is known for its commitment to academic excellence, research innovation, and its role as a center for diverse educational opportunities in the region. WMU offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including business, engineering, health sciences, and the arts. The university's dedication to research is evident through its numerous research centers and initiatives, which provide students with valuable opportunities to engage in cutting-edge research projects. WMU's vibrant campus community, dedicated faculty, and focus on experiential learning create an environment where students can excel academically and personally. With a strong emphasis on community engagement and a commitment to inclusivity, Western Michigan University prepares graduates to succeed in their careers and make meaningful contributions to their communities and the world.

This is an interdisciplinary Master of Science program offered jointly by the Department of Statistics (COAS) and the Department of Computer Science (CEAS), housed in the Department of Statistics. Data Science is today one of the most rapidly developing disciplines and data scientists are in high demand in the job market. Students in this program would develop a skill set that will allow them to take on current and future complex data challenges. Graduates will be able to store and access data from a variety of sources (also heterogeneous), process Big Data architecture, apply analytic techniques and algorithms (including statistical and data mining) to large, complex data sets, apply relevant environments for data processing and visualization, work in collaborative teams and communicate effectively.