As organizations seek to harness the power of big data to drive better business decisions, the worldwide demand for skilled data analytics professionals is growing rapidly. Careers in data science, data analysis, and business analytics are among the fastest-growing and most in-demand roles across industries such as finance, healthcare, marketing, technology, and more. That is why Boston University’s Metropolitan College (BU MET) offers specialized graduate programs in analytics that provide practical, hands-on training in data management, statistical analysis, AI and machine learning, and business intelligence, helping students develop the skills that employers look for when hiring analytics professionals. Whether you are looking to advance your career, change fields, or gain expertise in data-driven decision making, BU MET’s applied analytics degree and certificate programs build the technical and business skills you need to succeed in data science, business intelligence, and analytics roles in today’s global job market.

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