Program Overview

USF Master of Science in Data Intelligence

The USF Master of Science in Data Intelligence (MSDI) program is offered jointly by the Industrial and Management Systems Engineering and Computer Science departments. This 30-credit-hour program prepares students to analyze complex information, make data-driven decisions, and lead in the era of AI.

Program Overview

The MSDI program is designed for problem-solvers, strategists, and tech innovators. It equips students with high-demand skills that drive business, healthcare, finance, cybersecurity, and beyond. Students can choose online or in-person learning and enjoy the same expert USF faculty, industry connections, and hands-on experience in either format.

Program Structure

The program can be completed in as little as one year taking courses full-time, and in 2 to 3 years with a part-time course load.

Specialized Program Concentrations

The MSDI program offers three focus areas:

• DECISION INTELLIGENCE: Learn to analyze complex data, optimize decision-making, and drive strategic business insights.
• COMPUTATIONAL INTELLIGENCE: Dive into advanced AI, machine learning, and automation to solve cutting-edge technical challenges.
• GENERAL DATA INTELLIGENCE TRACK: Choose from program electives to build a skill set tailored to your career goals.

Faculty and Research Areas

The MSDI program is led by experienced faculty with research areas including:

• Deep learning, machine learning, data mining, and image processing with applications in healthcare and computer-aided decision support systems
• Computational geometry and modeling of complex deformable structures for nanoscale design
• Medical technology design and development for medical diagnosis and surgical procedures
• Pedagogical approaches for enhancing engineering education
• Statistical Data Intelligence
• Optimization Methods with Applications, and Engineering the Supply Chain
• Deep Learning Analytics
• Statistical Design Models
• Probabilistic Systems Analysis

Tuition and ROI

The program offers affordable tuition at $650 per credit hour, delivering a world-class education with lower debt and strong career outcomes in data science, AI, and analytics.