Data Science relies on a variety of skills from data intuition to computer programming to communication through story telling. As more organizations search for ways to take advantage of data in their decision-making process, the need for those with a background in data science is becoming more important than ever. Understanding how to read, use and apply your organization's data is critical to making the right choices and staying ahead of your competitors.
The Division of Graduate, Professional and Continuing Education strives to make it easy for you to go back to school on a part-time basis to help you advance your career. We hold classes in the evening one to two nights per week at our convenient Frederick campus in 8-week sessions so you can move through the program quickly and see results sooner.
Our faculty and advisors work one-on-one with you to develop your degree plan, keep you on track, and ensure you gain knowledge you need to make a difference. It's important to us that you feel supported, can maintain your work-life balance, and have access to all of the resources you need to be a successful student. You will have all of the traditional college resources available to aid in your success, such as our award winning Career Center, Writing Center, Library and Learning Services, just to name a few.
Start your free applicationThe data science post-baccalaureate certificate is designed for individuals with non-technical bachelor’s degrees who have the desire to transition into data science careers. The certificate curriculum builds on the skills you have developed without expectations of pre-existing expertise in computer science or statistics. We meet you where you are, and help you bridge the gap to move toward your desired career goal by providing you with the needed pre-requisite skills.
Course delivery is designed to be flexible for the working adult with heavy reliance on online elements. At the same time, the curriculum is designed to provide a support structure to build your confidence in technical material that may be new to you. Each course is sequenced to build on your knowledge and skills from the preceding course. The delivery approach is also sequenced to move from an initial in-person structure with the first course, to a fully online curriculum with the applications and capstone courses.
Topics include statistics, data engineering and data model applications, among others, providing you with actionable skills for your current role.
Some students find that combining this certificate with the risk management and cybersecurity certificate provides critical skills desired by both career paths.
Learn more about the course sequence for combining the data science post-baccalaureate certificate with the Master of Business Administration degree.
Learn more about the course sequence for combining the data science post-baccalaureate certificate with the Master of Science in Biotechnology and Management degree.
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As a student in the Mount's data science certificate program we make it easy for you to:
This program is available to be completed fully online asynchronous and/or synchronous.
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See course catalogGraduate level programs are designed to be taken one course at a time, providing you the flexibility you need to complete the 8-week classes at your own pace; with that the program pricing is set by credit hours instead of by the year like traditional undergraduate programs.
*Tuition represents 2023-24 rates, effective July 1, 2023. Tuition is subject to change without notice. Learn more about tuition and fees.
Students enrolled on at least half-time basis (6-credits per semester) may qualify for financial aid. You may seek financial assistance through federal and state-funded programs, private loan providers, or deferment of undergraduate loans. The Mount also has a variety of employer tuition remission or reimbursement agreements with local businesses and community colleges, so you may just get a discount from your employer or previous college.
Visit our Graduate Student Financial Aid webpage for more details.
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Graduate Student Financial AidClasses for the certificate begin in January and August, and submitting your application six weeks before your expected start date ensures a priority application decision. There is no application fee.
Students must meet the requirements of the certificate program to be considered for admission.