Master of Science in Applied Data Analytics

Detroit Mercy's Master of Science in Applied Data Analytics Program is a 30-credit-hour-program that is designed to uniquely position graduates as employment ready in a growing and versatile field. From e-commerce, to business, to government, to health care, organizations are turning to data science to understand their customers, improve efficiency and deliver targeted results. Detroit Mercy's program is unique in its emphasis on the application of knowledge and skills in the area of data analytics.

Data Analytics makes meaningful and useful inferences out of large data sets. Its techniques can reveal trends and metrics that would otherwise be lost in the mass of information. This information can then be used to optimize the overall efficiency of a process, business or system. The ability to act on data lags far behind the ability to collect and store data, which is why data analytics professionals are in high demand.

Data Analytics is the science of analyzing data in order to make meaningful and useful inferences. Its techniques can reveal trends and metrics that would otherwise be lost in the mass of information. This information can then be used to optimize the overall efficiency of a process, business or system. The ability to act on data lags far behind the ability to collect and store data, which is why data analytics professionals are in high demand.

Detroit Mercy's curriculum is interdisciplinary and includes courses from several departments and colleges including Cybersecurity & Information Systems, Computer Science, Economics, Architecture, Business Administration, Mathematics and Health Professions. The capstone project, completed under the supervision of program faculty, provides a formative and interactive learning experience. Students will explore a dynamic range of courses. Upon completion of the program, students will be able to sift through mountains of data to extract simple relationships and use these data-informed decisions to identify new opportunities for an organization and approach information collection and analysis from an ethical viewpoint.

Whether you want to advance your knowledge or enhance your career with a graduate degree, Detroit Mercy's Master of Science in Applied Data Analytics is a flexible program with online or on campus options backed by faculty expertise. It is ideal for students around the world who are looking for a competitive advantage in an in-demand field.

STEM/OPT Program - International Students

The Master of Science in Applied Data Analytics program is classified as a STEM program by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. International students who attend the on-campus program have the opportunity to apply for an extended Optional Practical Training (OPT) using the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) code 11.0802.

Course Delivery & Tuition

To provide greater convenience and flexibility, this program is available:

  • Onsite with traditional day and evening in-classroom formats on the Detroit Mercy McNichols Campus
  • Online. This program can be taken completely online Please see the Detroit Mercy Graduate Tuition and Fees schedule for domestic and international students and fee schedule for graduate online programs.

To learn more or request information, email: linyp1@udmercy.edu.