Program Overview

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Applied Data Analytics: Master of Science Degree (MS)

Overview

The Master of Science in Applied Data Analytics from Appalachian State University is a graduate program designed to capitalize on the growing demand for data scientists and analysts. Through this degree, students will experience highly individualized attention with career services, academic advising, soft skills training, and professional development.

Application Deadlines

• Spring Admission: November 1
• Summer Session Admission: April 1
• Fall Admission: July 1

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements vary by program.

Location

The program is located on campus.

Completion Time

• 1 year (full time)
• 2 years (part time)

Program Description

Big data is shaping our lives and creating high demand for data scientists and analysts. The Master of Science in Applied Data Analytics program provides students with expertise and a built-in network of colleagues who recognize the value of App State-trained data scientists. As a Walker College of Business student, participants will have access to Business Career Services, where they can build career skills through professional and leadership development training.

Rankings and Accolades

• Ranked No. 7 in the nation for 2025, according to Fortune Education
• Nationwide median salary for data analysts: $112,000+, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
• App State has earned a Research 2 Carnegie Classification, recognizing the universitys high research activity and doctorate production
• Recognized as a top five school for innovation for nine consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report

Concentrations and Courses

• Interdisciplinary Analytics

  Learn how to manage and manipulate data, create data visualizations, and make strategic, data-driven recommendations to influence business outcomes.

• Supply Chain Analytics

  Improve operational efficiency and effectiveness by enabling data-driven decisions at strategic, operational, and tactical levels.

• Sustainability Analytics

  Gain the tools to track sustainability indicators, analyze and interpret data, and report upon the findings to decision-makers.

• Healthcare

  Gain essential competencies in managing, organizing, and analyzing medical information.

• Marketing

  Use data to inform business strategy and drive marketing effectiveness.

• Cybersecurity

  Learn how to protect technological infrastructures through assessing risk, implementing relevant security measures, monitoring systems for threats, and responding to security incidents.

• Artificial Intelligence

  Gain advanced skills to design, analyze, and apply AI ethically in data-driven business solutions and intelligent analytics.

Careers

Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go!

• Management Analyst/Consultant
• Data Scientist
• Big Data Analytics Specialist
• Research Analyst
• Manager of Services/Operations
• Data Analyst
• Project Manager
• Environmental/Sustainability Analyst
• Sustainability Manager
• Supply Chain Manager
• Marketing Analyst
• Supply Chain Analyst
• Procurement Analyst
• Logistics Analyst

Accreditation

This program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) the hallmark of excellence in management education.