Data Analytics - BS, BA

Jon M. Huntsman School of Business

About This Degree

The Harvard Business Review has called data science the “sexiest job of the 21st century.” Data analysts and data scientists are in heavy demand by companies who need to make strategic decisions in an increasingly data-driven world.

What You Will Learn

In the Data Analytics program, students gain hands-on experience applying the latest data technologies and sophisticated analytical methods, with rigorous courses in computer programming, machine learning and artificial intelligence, data engineering, visualization, and data mining. The Data Analytics experience includes real-world problem-solving across all functions of an organization, including strategy, sales and marketing, accounting, finance, human resources, and operations.

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College: Jon M. Huntsman School of Business

Department: Data Analytics and Information Systems Department

USU Locations:

  • Logan campus

Program Requirements

Career And Outcomes

Career Opportunities

  • Data Analyst
  • Data Scientist
  • Data Engineer
  • Data Analytics Manager
  • Competitive Intelligence Analyst
  • Market Analyst
  • Business Analyst
  • Big Data Engineer
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • Database Analyst
  • Consultant
  • Cybersecurity Analyst
  • Data Architect
  • Market Intelligence Manager
  • Global Intelligence Analyst
  • Data Mining Engineer
  • Database Administrator

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Admission Requirements

Utah State University's admissions requirements as well as the Jon M. Huntsman admission requirements must be meet to be able to declare a Huntsman School of Business major.

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