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Back to Programs<\/a>Computer Science & IT<\/a><\/div>\n

Our graduates are united by the major goal they have achieved\u2014attaining a graduate education from one of the most respected research universities in the world. Read on to experience their stories.<\/p>\n

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“I had the privilege of having Dr. Vijay Kanabar as my instructor, program director and also guide. After I completed his courses, Dr. Kanabar allowed me to work as his teaching and research assistant in his project management class. He also helped me with my job search and helped me prepare to get a professional certification in the PM field.” Read more.<\/a><\/p>\r\n

\r\nChristopher Nzuka (MET'20)<\/strong>
\r\nContent Producer\/Technical Project Manager, Pearson<\/strong>
\r\nMS, Computer Information Systems; Concentration, IT Project Management<\/em>\r\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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“This program led me to my current position as a data scientist at Boston\u2019s Massachusetts General Hospital, where I implement machine learning models to improve the hospital\u2019s operational efficiency and support physicians with clinical research. I am immensely happy with my investment in graduate school, as it led me to many amazing opportunities!” Read more.<\/a><\/p>\r\n

\r\nMelissa Viator (MET'23)<\/strong>
\r\nData Scientist, Massachusetts General Hospital<\/strong>
\r\nMS, Applied Data Analytics<\/em>\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\n

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“If your career aspirations are to get into IT leadership, this is the program to help you achieve that. You will build the necessary technical skills as well as business knowledge to help you advance in your career.” Read more.<\/a><\/p>\r\n

\r\nJason Wong (MET'21)<\/strong>
\r\nDigital Program Manager \u2013 Digital Innovation and AI, Takeda<\/strong>
\r\nMS, Computer Information Systems; Concentration, IT Project Management<\/em>\r\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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“BU MET has prepared me well for my next career phase. It facilitated a seamless transition from biology to health informatics and data analytics. I gained not only exposure to the healthcare industry, but also delved into other realms. This gave me a diverse skill set and a broader understanding of various domains. It also gave me the necessary tools to think strategically, logically, and efficiently\u2014skills applicable across different fields.” Read more.<\/a><\/p>\r\n

\r\nChristel El Hayeck (MET\u201923)<\/strong>
\r\nLead Associate, Strategy&<\/strong>
\r\nMS, Health Informatics; Concentration, Applied Data Analytics<\/em>\r\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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“While I still want to focus on web application development, I love how this program provided me with a thorough understanding of business fundamentals, as it puts me in a great position to easily transition to the business side of the technology field if I wish to do so.” Read more.<\/a><\/p>\r\n

\r\nChantal Barrett (MET'23)<\/strong>
\r\nSoftware Engineer, Dell<\/strong>
\r\nMS, Computer Information Systems; Concentration, Web Application Development<\/em>\r\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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“I believe this program has provided an excellent foundation for pursuing a wide range of careers, from data analyst to system manager or software engineer. With its diverse curriculum, individuals from various backgrounds can find a place where they fit and thrive. I don't want to limit my career path because we live in a century characterized by rapid change, and I believe in continuously challenging and improving myself on a lifelong journey to stay competitive.” Read more.<\/a><\/p>\r\n

\r\nChen Han (MET\u201924)<\/strong>
\r\nMedia Data Analyst<\/strong>
\r\nMS, Computer Information Systems; Graduate Certificate, Data Analytics<\/em>\r\n<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\n

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“I was not only able to gain more knowledge, but my security insight matured to a level that I thought unachievable prior to entering my master\u2019s program. All of the topics covered in my program I used in my job interviews, and in my job. Best choice I made.” Read more.<\/a><\/p>\r\n

\r\nIan Hill (MET'19)<\/strong>
\r\nSr. Information Security Engineer, The Baupost Group<\/strong>
\r\nMS, Computer Information Systems; Concentration, Security; Graduate Certificate, Information Security<\/em>\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\n

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“Three important skills students can learn from this program are programming, which is a way to communicate with the machines; analytical thinking, which yields valuable insights from the data; and data management, which is important in efficiently storing, processing, and retrieving the data.” Read more.<\/a><\/p>\r\n

\r\nSambasiva Rao Gangineni (MET'19)<\/strong>
\r\nSenior Software Engineer, Availity Clinical Solutions<\/strong>
\r\nMS, Computer Information Systems; Concentration, Data Analytics<\/em>\r\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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“The knowledge and skills I have learned at BU MET have created more possibilities for me. The computer science skills I have learned, such as Python, Java, SQL etc., and the accumulated knowledge of healthcare information will help me pursue a career related to data analytics, such as a healthcare data analyst. In addition to seeking a job in the field of data analytics, I plan to be involved in some research related to healthcare systems.” Read more.<\/a><\/p>\r\n

\r\nZhidong Wu (MET\u201921)<\/strong>
\r\nSenior Lead Generation Specialist II, Biocytogen<\/strong>
\r\nMS, Computer Information Systems; Concentration, Health Informatics<\/em>\r\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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“The skills and competencies that I gained helped me to attend an internship program which later converted to a fulltime position. I started my career as a data scientist right after finishing my master\u2019s program. During my studies at BU, in addition to gaining knowledge and skills, I was able to build my self confidence and become aware of my potential, which is very helpful in my career as well as my personal life.” Read more.<\/a><\/p>\r\n

\r\nMaryam Asghari (MET'22)<\/strong>
\r\nSenior Data Scientist, Telenav<\/strong>
\r\nMS, Computer Science<\/em>\r\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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“After finishing my undergrad, I began working immediately. I never thought I would go back to school. But during my nine years of experience in IT, my passion for further broadening my knowledge in the data field encouraged me to pursue a master\u2019s in computer science with a focus on data analytics. It was bold, but the decision turned out to be one of the best I\u2019ve ever made.” Read more.<\/a><\/p>\r\n

\r\nPriti Agrawal (MET'19)<\/strong>
\r\nSenior Data Engineer, McKinsey & Company<\/strong>
\r\nMS, Computer Science; Concentration, Data Analytics<\/em>\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\n

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“I found that I was really drawn to the software development field on an intellectual level, and I started the program because I wanted to learn more. I also felt that my career would benefit from obtaining a degree in software development, and I hoped to transition from working as a systems administrator to a software developer\u2014which I was able to do.” Read more.<\/a><\/p>\r\n

\r\nNikki Tebaldi (MET\u201921)<\/strong>
\r\nCloud Adoption Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory<\/strong>
\r\nMS, Software Development<\/em>\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\n

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“Throughout the entire program and most classes I found that I learned skills that I could immediately apply at my job in a variety of ways.” Read more.<\/a><\/p>\r\n

\r\nDan McKinnon (MET\u201920)<\/strong>
\r\nSenior Information Systems Engineer, MITRE Corporation<\/strong>
\r\nMS, Computer Information Systems; Concentration, Database Management & Business Intelligence<\/em>\r\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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