BS Data Science - Business
Course Overview
Northwest's pioneering data science major, the first of its kind in Missouri and the region, prepares students for one of the nation's fastest-growing fields through a unique interdisciplinary curriculum. Students can tailor their education by choosing an area of emphasis in computer science, business, molecular biology, or geographic information systems to align with their career goals. This program directly addresses the high industry demand, with employment for data scientists projected to grow 36% this decade.
Key Program Highlights
- First comprehensive data science major in Missouri and the surrounding region
- Choose from four interdisciplinary emphasis areas: Computer Science, Business, Molecular Biology, or Geographic Information Systems
- Prepares for a field with 36% projected job growth, far above the national average
- Addresses a high market demand with an estimated 13,500 annual job openings
- Interdisciplinary approach provides a versatile and highly marketable skill set
Course Overview
Northwest's pioneering data science major, the first of its kind in Missouri and the region, prepares students for one of the nation's fastest-growing fields through a unique interdisciplinary curriculum. Students can tailor their education by choosing an area of emphasis in computer science, business, molecular biology, or geographic information systems to align with their career goals. This program directly addresses the high industry demand, with employment for data scientists projected to grow 36% this decade.
Key Program Highlights
- First comprehensive data science major in Missouri and the surrounding region
- Choose from four interdisciplinary emphasis areas: Computer Science, Business, Molecular Biology, or Geographic Information Systems
- Prepares for a field with 36% projected job growth, far above the national average
- Addresses a high market demand with an estimated 13,500 annual job openings
- Interdisciplinary approach provides a versatile and highly marketable skill set
