MS in Big Data Analytics

Program Overview

The Master's in Big Data Analytics at Bay Atlantic University offers a comprehensive curriculum with 21 core and 15 elective credits, covering essential concepts like data mining, statistics, and business intelligence. The program equips students with skills for organizing, analyzing, and communicating big data, preparing them for careers in data analytics, database administration, data modeling, and more. With access to career preparation resources, student housing, and convenient location in Washington, D.C., the program offers a well-rounded academic and professional experience.

Program Outline

MS in Big Data Analytics - Bay Atlantic University

Degree Overview:

The Master of Science in Big Data Analytics degree is earned by completing 36 credit hours (12 courses of 3 credit hours). The program consists of 21 core credits and 15 elective credits.

Minimum Requirements for Graduation:

• Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 3.0 out of 4.0
• Total Required Credits: 36
• Maximum Time Frame (MTF) for completion: 54 credits
• Transferable Credits: Up to 50% of credits earned at accredited institutions

Program Outcomes:

Organize, manipulate, and summarize data in various formats. Transfer (and transform) data from different platforms into usable contexts. Communicate and summarize results of data analysis in written, oral and visual form. Select the appropriate methods and tools for data analysis in specific organizational contexts.

Outline:

Core Requirements (21 Credits):

| Course Code | Course Name | Pre Requisite | Credit | |---|---|---|---| | BGDA 501 | Introduction to Big Data | | 3 | | BGDA 510 | Data Mining | CMPS 514 | 3 | | BGDA 511 | Big Data Analytics | CMPS 514 | 3 | | BGDA 522 | Applied Statistics | | 3 | | BGDA 555 | Business Intelligence | BGDA 522 | 3 | | CAPS 623 | Internship | All Cores | 3 | | CMPS 514 | Management Information Systems | | 3 |

Electives (15 Credits):

| Course Code | Course Name | Pre Requisite | Credit | |---|---|---|---| | BGDA 513 | Artificial Intelligence | BGDA 511 | 3 | | BGDA 521 | Technology Management | | 3 | | BGDA 550 | Big Data and Hadoop Environment | BGDA 511 | 3 | | BGDA 552 | Big Data Analytics and Cloud Computing | BGDA 511 | 3 | | CMPS 515 | Network Security & Cryptography | CMPS 514 | 3 | | CMPS 517 | Computer Forensics | CMPS 514 | 3 | | CMPS 524 | Computer Networks and Mobile Communications | CMPS 514 | 3 | | CMPS 530 | Machine Learning and Pattern Recognition | BDGA 522 or CMPS 516 | 3 | | CMPS 564 | Information Security Management | CMPS 515 | 3 | | MKTG 615 | Marketing Analytics | BGDA 555 | 3 |

Careers:

The program prepares students for job positions such as:

• Data Analyst
• Database Administrator
• Database Developer
• Data Modeler
• Data Scientist
• Business Intelligence Analyst
• Database Manager
• Data Warehouse Manager
• Data Architect
• Big Data Engineer
• Data Scientist

Other:

• Bay Atlantic University offers various career preparation and personal development opportunities, including writing, speaking, and academic workshops, diverse clubs, and frequent social events.
• Students have the opportunity to live in the Island Condos student housing complex in Brookland, Washington, D.C., and have access to a school shuttle bus and WMATA U-Pass card for transportation.