Bachelor of Science in Analytics — Miami
The Experiential Associate to Masters (eA2M) Bachelor of Science in Analytics program prepares you for success in a wide variety of industries through the mastery of cutting-edge techniques, technologies, and modes of reasoning for analyzing, managing, and describing data.
This is STEM-designated degree program increases access to higher education for learners looking to build their careers in the field of analytics, in the heart of Miami’s growing tech, finance, and business sectors.
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Customize your plan
We work with you to map your path to your goal.
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Learn from experience
From real-world case studies to employer-based projects, we prepare you to manage what comes next.
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Whatever you’re passionate about, you’ll find the classes to sharpen your specialty.
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Study anywhere, on your time
Part-time or full-time, we move at your speed, to get you where you’re going.
Overview
Demand for analytics experts has surged as organizations across industries increasingly prioritize using data to help solve complex business challenges. The Bachelor of Science in analytics positions you to excel in this rapidly expanding field. You’ll learn to work with and manage data, use in-demand data-science programming languages, draw meaning from diverse information, and communicate stories with data to help influence strategic decisions. With related training in reasoning and argumentation, you’ll be prepared to advance in a broad range of careers, including marketing, finance, management, and healthcare.
Our courses are offered fully online, on-campus in Miami, or through a hybrid approach, offering you the flexibility to complete your degree at the pace that fits your life. With extensive experiential learning opportunities, instruction from a world-class faculty that includes practicing industry experts, and access to Northeastern’s extensive employer network, you’ll be ready to join the next generation of knowledgeable, experienced analytics professionals.
Learners also have the option to take our plus-one accelerated pathway and start earning their graduate degree sooner than they would with a traditional master’s program. Choose among the Master of Science in applied machine intelligence, Master of Science in geospatial services, or Master of Professional Services in informatics.
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Unique Features
- The program’s hybrid format provides the flexibility you need, allowing you to study when and where it’s convenient for you.
- You can work on hands-on learning projects to ensure you get the real-world experience that puts you in demand with employers.
- You’ll learn from faculty experts with extensive industry experience to gain the practical skills needed to advance your career.
- Pursue your master’s in applied machine intelligence, geospatial services, or informatics, while continuing your undergraduate education through Northeastern’s Experiential Associate to Master’s program in Miami.
Program Objectives
The experiential associate to master’s Bachelor of Science in analytics prepares you to be a data analyst practitioner capable of applying data analysis methods as well as technological, professional, and strategic expertise necessary for supporting decision making in organizations.
The program positions you for success in a rapidly expanding field, teaching you to work with and manage data, to use in-demand data-science programming languages, and to draw meaning from diverse information, communicating the stories data tell to help influence strategic decisions.
With emphasis on experiential learning, the program provides dynamic opportunities to practice your knowledge both globally and collaboratively while implementing effective data analysis concepts to real-life company demands.
This applied analytics program helps you develop your skills and capabilities in statistics, database management, and reasoning. It has the potential to prepare you to advance in a broad range of careers, including marketing, finance, management, and healthcare.
Northeastern University in Miami
Miami, Florida, is a major center of commerce, culture, entertainment, arts, and international trade across North America. Ranked the sixth-largest urban market in North America and among the country’s most multicultural cities, Miami is proudly home to more than 1,400 multinational companies and hosts more than 100 consulates, trade offices, and binational trade collaboratives. With a rapidly growing job market, the Miami-Dade County labor force is Florida’s largest and most comprehensive, totaling more than 1.1 million people.
Experiential Associate to Master’s
Our experiential associate to master’s collaborates with local communities to create pathways for students to pursue credentials at multiple levels—from certificates to master’s programs—all while providing robust student supports, mentoring, and experiential learning opportunities. Each learner will have a success coach to ensure they have what they need to be successful—from scholarship supports and jobs, to childcare and tutoring.
Our program aligns learners with sectors that provide strong career trajectories and have high demand for skilled workers.
Support Services
From technology assistance to textbooks, students entering in Miami’s experiential associate to master’s Bachelor of Science in Analytics program this fall will receive additional support services to enhance their academic journey and ensure a seamless transition back into higher education.
Scholarships and Grants
Pell Eligible Students
Federal Funding eligibility is in progress for Northeastern University in Miami. As a result, students who are Pell eligible for Fall 23 will receive institutional aid from Northeastern in lieu of their Pell funding. Students should submit a 2023-24 FAFSA to confirm eligibility for all sources of aid.
Miami Campus Excellence Scholarship
The Miami Excellence scholarship is awarded competitively to a limited number of well-qualified students. The scholarship provides a considerable tuition waiver of up to 100%.
Want to learn more? Refer to Tuition and Fees or speak to an enrollment counsellor through the inquiry form below.
Experiential / Co-op Opportunities
Northeastern's signature experience-powered learning model has been at the heart of the university for more than a century. It combines world-class academics with professional practice, allowing you to acquire relevant, real-world skills you can immediately put into action in your current workplace.
This makes a Northeastern education a dynamic, transformative experience, giving you countless opportunities to grow as a professional and person.
Get Set With a Custom Course Plan
General Requirements
University-Wide Requirements
All undergraduate students are required to complete the University-Wide Requirements.
NUpath Requirements
All undergraduate students are required to complete the NUpath Requirements.
Foundation Courses
57 semester hours required
English
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Communication
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Philosophy
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Mathematics
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Information Technology
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Leadership
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Computer Engineering Technology
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Analytics
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Major Required Courses
27 semester hours required
Information Technology
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Analytics
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Professional Electives
Complete 12 semester hours in the following subject areas below:
MGT, MKT, FIN, PJM, HMG, CET, LDR, BTC
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Capstone
3 semester hours required
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Electives
Complete a minimum of 21 semester hours to reach 120 semester hours. Courses from the major may not double count for electives.
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Now Let's Talk Admissions
You know where you are headed and you've seen how our program will lead you there. So let's get going. Here's what you need to know before you enroll.
Application Requirements
- Online application
- Statement of purpose (500–1000 words): Identify your educational goals and expectations of the program. Please be aware that Northeastern University's academic policy on plagiarism applies to your statement of purpose.
- Professional resumé
- Unofficial undergraduate transcripts; official transcripts required at the time of admission
- Two letters of recommendation from individuals who have either academic or professional knowledge of your capabilities such as a faculty member, colleague, or mentor, preferably one from your current employer
- English language proficiency proof. Students for whom English is not their primary language must submit one of the following:
- Official associate or bachelor's degree transcript from an accredited college or university in the U.S., stating degree conferral and date
- TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, Duolingo, or NU Global Exam scores
International Requirements
Are You an International Student? Find out what additional documents are required to apply.
Admissions Details Learn more about the College of Professional Studies admissions process, policies, and required materials.
Financing Requirements
Finance Your Education We offer a variety of resources, including scholarships and assistantships.
Military Discount Active U.S. servicemembers and their spouses are eligible to receive an amended tuition rate of $250/semester hour for our Bachelor Completion Programs. Northeastern is committed to making education within reach and affordable for our military students.
Cost and Tuition
Application Deadlines
Our admissions process operates on a rolling basis; however, we do recommend the application guidelines below to ensure you can begin during your desired start term:
Domestic Application Guidelines
International Application Guidelines*
*International deadlines are only applicable if the program is F1 compliant.
Student Body Profile
When surveyed, 69% of employers say they prefer job candidates with data analytics skills, and the number of hired data analysts is expected to grow by 25% from 2020 to 2030. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, job opportunities in the analytics field are expected to grow at a faster-than-average pace, especially for graduates with the ability to interpret and transform data into actionable insights.
What can you do with your degree?
This analytics program is well suited for individuals who wish to pursue a career as an analyst in various industries, including marketing, finance, management, and healthcare.
Graduates of this program pursue roles including:
- Data analyst
- Business analyst
- Financial analyst
- Management analyst
- Marketing analyst
- Market research analyst
- Operations analyst
- Sales operations analyst
- Healthcare data analyst