The goal of analytics is to gain knowledge to make business improvements. Discovering meaningful patterns in data, interpreting data and then communicating this information encompasses the multidimensional field of analytics.This involves studying historical data for potential trends, analyzing the effects of decisions, and evaluating the performance of a given tool or scenario. The goal of analytics is to gain knowledge to make business improvements.
UNT offers gives you the advanced education you need to make an impact in the analytics world.
Master's Degrees or Concentrations
Advanced Data Analytics, M.S. (Online option)
The Master of Science in Advanced Data Analytics is a focused interdisciplinary degree, providing students with the academic and practical knowledge necessary to meet a growing research field, and the expanding needs of business and industry. The program prepares students to conduct sophisticated analysis in business, industry and science by developing analytic competency in statistics and data analytics, coupled with a strong knowledge of contemporary data structures.. Graduates can expect to pursue careers as senior statisticians/data analysts in industry and/or go onto PhD programs in quantitative fields.
- Accelerated Online option: 100 percent online with 8-week courses available; can complete the degree in less than 18 months.
- New College at Frisco: Blended (online and traditional face-to-face courses)
Business Administration, M.B.A, Marketing Analytics
The M.B.A. in Marketing Analytics targets the needs of individuals who want the general business core knowledge with an emphasis on using data to assist their firms create superior value for all stakeholders. The degree incorporates the application of analytic tools and techniques with an in-depth understanding of essential marketing metrics, enhancing decision making in marketing and business.
Business Analytics, M.S.
The Master of Science in Business Analytics provides an appropriate base of knowledge for entry into the business intelligence and business analytics career fields. The program is recommended for students desiring a strong, specialist degree in business analytics that incorporates a solid understanding of the application of business analytics and technology that underlies and facilitates those applications.
Digital Communications Analytics, M.S. (Online)
UNT’s accelerated online Master of Science in Digital Communications Analytics gives a broad-based approach, enabling students to extract, report, model and analyze communications data. These skills are required to get ahead in the public relations, marketing and advertising fields. Combining big data, statistics and data visualization with journalism and marketing courses, this degree gives students a better understanding of how to use the power of numbers to help organizations succeed.
Health Services Administration, M.S., Health Data Analytics concentration (Online)
The Health Data Analytics concentration is an intensive interdisciplinary program that blends course work in healthcare administration, data science and computational modeling. The program prepares graduates to assume leadership roles in this emerging discipline. In this 30 credit online program, which can be completed in less than two years, students will develop a broad understanding of the various methods, software tools and topical expertise needed to discover meaningful patterns in health-related data and effectively communicate the implications.
Other Analytics-Related Degrees and Concentrations
Computer Science, M.S.
The Master of Science in Computer Science prepares students to advance in careers in technology research and development. Students can choose from a variety of coursework in areas such as software engineering, computer networks, artificial intelligence and many others.
Computer Science, M.S., Executive Master Science concentrations in Cybersecurity and Data Science
The Executive Master of Science with concentrations in Cybersecurity and Data Science provides an opportunity for experienced professionals to obtain a high-quality master’s degree. Available at UNT's New College at Frisco, the program offers courses at nights and weekends during three sessions each year.. The EMCS program is the collective-professional experience of its participants, greatly enriching the educational environment. Studens can earn professional certifications along the way to earning their master’s degree to distinguish themselves as experts in data science or cybersecurity.
Data Science, M.S.
The Master of Science in Data Science is designed to meet the rising demand for data science professionals by providing a broad knowledge of the required tools, techniques and methods.The program helps students acquire the skills and competencies needed in designing, transforming and implementing data sets and large volumes of information into actionable knowledge. This knowledge will help students manage data science and data analytics projects and work with analytics tools and technologies.
Educational Psychology, M.S.
The Master of Science in Educational Psychology focuses on many different components. Students can expect to learn about physical, cognitive and social-emotional growth and change across the lifespan with regard to developmental norms. The investigation of interpersonal relationships both inside and outside the family unit,as well as research, measurement, statistics and program evaluations, are other focuses. The program will also teach students the application of knowledge regarding human development and exceptionalities in the educational environment, and the assessment of individuals in educational settings. Students will also learn to address the needs of special populations with regard to education and intervention.
Interdisciplinary Studies, M.S., Applied Analytics concentration
Interdisciplinary Studies prepares you to examine and solve complex problems as you draw on knowledge and skills from more than one academic field. The concentration in Applied Analytics is designed to prepare you for a wide variety of employment opportunities, such as data analyst, operations research analyst, quantitative marketing specialist, predictive analyst, research and modeling analyst, statistician and the like. Potential places of employment could include retail and investment banks, healthcare and insurance providers, e-commerce portals, airlines, market research firms, sport consulting, telecommunications firms, petroleum and renewable energy industries, institutions of higher education and government agencies, including the FBI and the CIA.
Interdisciplinary Studies, M.S., Applied Data Science concentration
Data science is one of the fastest growing areas across almost every field of industry and government. Although data is widely available, many entities have no systematic way to turn data into action. The Interdisciplinary concentration in Applied Data Science at UNT meets this challenge, providing talented students the opportunity to enter a rapidly expanding job market, and working professionals a chance to update their skills and businesses with resources to compete in a data-rich marketplace. Students will take 15 credit hours in a data science core, integrating it with two additional fields to create a degree option that is unique to specific industry needs.
Interdisciplinary Studies, M.S., Health Data Analytics concentration
The health data analytics concentration is an intensive interdisciplinary program that blends course work in healthcare administration, data science and computational modeling. The program prepares graduates to assume leadership roles in this emerging discipline. In the 30-credit online program, which can be completed in less than two years, students will develop a broad understanding of the various methods, software tools and topical expertise needed to discover meaningful patterns in health-related data and effectively communicate the implications.
Mathematics, M.S.
The 36-hour Master of Science in Mathematics degree is designed for students who plan to use mathematical theory and techniques in fields outside mathematics. In addition to mathematical training, there are opportunities to develop advanced instructional skills. Mathematics experts are sought after in various academic and non-academic areas.
Doctoral Degrees and Concentrations
Behavioral Science, Ph.D.
The Behavioral Science program offers the skills and education needed for students interested in behavioral research and training. This program includes behavioral science, general core psychology, social psychology, statistics, cognitive and affective bases of behavior, biological bases of behavior, history and systems, and thesis and dissertation. Graduates usually aspire for positions in academia, however opportunities for private industry also exist.
Business, Ph.D.
Business doctoral programs are designed to prepare students for research and teaching at the university level, yet offers opportunities for those who wish to pursue careers outside academia. The Management Science program consists of major and supporting fields of at least 33 hours and a research core of 12 hours.
Computer Science and Engineering, Ph.D.
The program of study for the doctoral degree with a major in Computer Science and Engineering includes formal course work, independent study and research. The purpose of the degree is to produce a professional capable of directing and conducting research within the discipline of computer science and engineering.
Educational Psychology, Ph.D.
Students in this program will learn the nature of research design, measurement and data analysis in the research process, as well as the integrated relationships between each area. Coursework and experience in research design will help students put together strong research studies to answer questions across many fields. Measurement will focus on the proper assessment of the things one often wishes to study, and the statistics elements will help students develop skills in data analysis and management. With this degree, students will be able to gather, analyze and judge empirical information to help inform research and policy, and will be prepared to emphasize research and data analysis in a range of settings, including universities, public and private schools, corporations, and governmental roles.
Information Sciences, Ph.D.
Mathematics, Ph.D.