Combined Degrees: Data Analytics B.S./M.S.

The College of Arts & Sciences offers students an opportunity to earn both their undergraduate and graduate degrees through its Combined Degrees: Data Analytics B.S./M.S. program. This program enables qualified students to earn, in a continuous plan of study, both a B.S. and a M.S. in Data Analytics in as little as five years.

Qualified students are able to complete five core Master of Data Analytics graduate courses that will count toward their undergraduate Data Analytics degree. Visit the Data Analytics B.S. degree and Data Analytics M.S. degree program pages for program descriptions and outcomes.

Requirements

Eligible undergraduate students who would like to pursue the Combined Degrees: Data Analytics B.S./Data Analytics M.S. program should apply directly for the program by the end of their first year to take maximum advantage of this accelerated option. Qualified students who elect the Combined Degrees: Data Analytics B.S./Data Analytics M.S. program as an undergraduate student must fulfill all admissions requirements for entrance into the intended graduate program and complete a graduate program application. 

Data Analytics

A four-year program leading to the bachelor of science degree

Credits
Major Courses
CSIS1010Problem Solving for Computing3
CSIS1101Computer Science I3
CSIS2030Database Concepts3
CSIS2080Database Design3
DMSM2025Introduction to Data Visualization3
DMSM2050Spreadsheets for Data Analysis3
FIT1040Spreadsheet Design for Business Solutions3
MATH2220Linear Algebra3
MATH4900Applied Statistics3
Major Electives
Choose 15 credits from the following courses or declare a minor: *,**15
HCI/Usable Security
Information Security with Cryptography
Choose three of the following:
Computer Science II
Introduction to Technical Communication
Discrete Mathematics
Introduction to Project Management & Project Membership
Applied/Experiential Learning
Choose 6 credits from the following:6
College of Arts & Sciences Internship Ic
Undergraduate Research Experience
Honors Directed Academic Experience
Study Abroad Sa
University Core Curriculum
Communicating9
Rhetoric & Composition I
Rhetoric & Composition II
Communication Skills
Connecting6
Two courses with the Connecting attribute (ECNG), one at the 2000 level, one at the 4000 level
Experiencing6
Ethics: A Global Perspective
Additional course with the Experiencing attribute (EEXP) in a different discipline
Measuring6
Quantitative Analysis I (or higher, based on student's placement) ***
Quantitative Analysis II
Exploring3
One course with the Exploring attribute (EEPL)
Interacting6
Macroeconomics
Additional course with the Interacting attribute (EINT) in a different discipline
A&S Electives6
Statistics I
Introduction to Biostatistics
Statistics II
Free Elective #
18 credits selected from 1000-4999 numbered offerings within the university18
Graduate Courses ****
DATA5025Tools for Data Analytics3
DATA5100Statistical Analysis3
DATA5400Introduction to Predictive Modeling3
DATA5600Research Methods in Data Analytics3
Total Credits120.0
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Students are responsible for meeting prerequisites.

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Students should consult with their advisor when selecting a minor.

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Students that do not place in MATH1035 Quantitative Analysis I, must take an extra course, MATH1020 Fundamentals of Algebra, as a prerequisite. If needed this counts as a free elective.

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Students use 12 free elective credits for graduate-level courses in the Data Analytics M.S. during their fourth year.  These graduate-level courses will be taken online. The rest of the Data Analytics M.S. courses will be taken at Johnson & Wales Online.  For more information see: Data Analytics M.S. 

IcTypically, internships require a minimum of six credits. Students interested in a 9 or 12-credit internship can apply additional experiential learning and free elective credits, if available. Students are strongly encouraged to contact a faculty advisor before scheduling internship and free elective credits.

SaTo be eligible to count toward Applied/Experiential Learning, a Study Abroad offering must meet certain requirements. Contact Experiential Education & Career Services to discuss eligible Study Abroad options for this degree program and visit the study abroad website for information, program descriptions and online applications.

#  In addition to classes, free elective credits may be applied to a number of options such as internship, study abroad, and courses in a specialization or minor as relevant. For students who qualify for the J2 program, up to four graduate courses may apply. Students are strongly encouraged to contact a faculty advisor before scheduling free elective credits.

Note: Students must pass MATH0010 Pre-Algebra or have equivalent placement scores to enroll in required math courses.

Note: Students must pass ENG0001 Writing Workshop or have equivalent placement scores to enroll in ILS 2000-level courses.

Johnson & Wales University holistically reviews all elements of a student’s application to identify those students most likely to succeed at the university.

For first-year applicants, a completed application and high school transcript(s) are required. For transfer applicants, a completed application and high school and/or college transcript(s) are required. Completion of optional materials is encouraged.

Successful candidates for first year admission have taken a high school, college preparatory academic program including English, mathematics, science, social science and foreign language. Admissions decisions may also consider individual experiences and particular circumstances unique to each student. Other considerations are made based upon recommendations, writing ability and extracurricular activities.

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