Data Science and Predictive Analytics
Discover the power of data at UW-River Falls with a major in data science and predictive analytics. This interdisciplinary program combines computer science, statistics and business to prepare students for data-driven decision-making in today’s competitive landscape. With hands-on coursework and electives in areas like marketing, finance, and management, graduates are equipped to solve real-world challenges across industries.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the four-year bachelor's degree in data science and predictive analytics, students will possess an understanding of and skills involving:
- Big data and the challenges of capturing, storing and retrieving massive data.
- The application programming interface (API) ecosystem and data infrastructure that supports data acquisition, storage, retrieval and analysis.
- The foundations, frameworks and applications of the emerging field of data science.
- The application of a data-based analytical approach to identify and solve problems.
Career Opportunities
There is a growing need for individuals who have the skills to effectively collect and analyze data and to make informed, data-driven decisions. Jobs for data scientists, business intelligence analysts, data mining analysts and other data science professions have emerged across all industries that use data extensively, including government, business, healthcare, online commerce and more.
