Boost your career by building in-demand business skills with our online graduate program in applied data science for business.
As data and technology pervade every sphere of business, companies seek professionals who can bridge the gap between deep technical knowledge and business functions. A recent search of “business analytics” jobs in Indeed.com yielded over 50,000 job listings with over 300 in the Portland Metro region. Business leaders today also need the skills to guide an organization through digital transformation and the knowledge to create customer and stakeholder value sustainably and ethically.
The number of analytics tools has increased exponentially over the last decade’s data revolution. Demand for professionals with data science acumen continues to outstrip supply across industries, creating a talent gap in the fourth industrial revolution.
Portland State University’s Master of Science in Applied Data Science for Business (MSADSB) was built with the strategic thinker in mind. This STEM-designated degree program will position you for a career requiring knowledge of cloud services, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. With the fully online MSADSB program, you’ll dive into business strategy, data visualization, security, and ethics — on a timeline that works with your busy schedule. The curriculum applies across functions, including marketing, analytics, finance, HR, and management. Choose a specialization in Business Blockchain, Business Intelligence & Analytics, HR Analytics, or — in collaboration with OHSU — Health & Clinical Informatics to further hone your skillset.
MS in Applied Data Science Scholarships | There are approximately 50 scholarships available to MSADSB students
Use PSU Scholarship Universe to submit a scholarship application. Incoming and continuing PSU students are eligible to apply for scholarships through PSU's Scholarship Universe. Students must file an admissions application with the university. Within 48 hours after a student has submitted an application, they can access the Scholarship Universe platform.
Deadline for scholarship submission is May 1.
| General - The School of Business |
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| Michael R. Gaines Endowed -Undergraduate | Tax Executive Institute | John Andrew Funk Endowed | Aherne Family | COMP Endowed |
| Pathways to the Future - Fred Meyer Fund | The Gary and Carla Cumpston | Thrasher Family Scholarship | Boeing | Demorest Family |
| Greg and Terry Ness Graduate Fund | The Owens Family Endowed - Undergraduate | Verne and Marjorie Rupp Endowed | Braun Entrepreneurship | Demorest Family Full-Time Student |
| PSU Beta Alpha Psi Epsilon Alpha Leader's | Bartsch Family Scholarship - Undergraduate Junior or Senior | Viking Engineering and Construction - Junior or Senior Level Undergraduate | Carl Burgdorfer CFA Society of Portland - Senior Class Standing | Franklin Bauer Memorial - Undergraduate |
| Retail Controllers SB Endowed - Upper Division | Gary C. Homsley Endowed Accounting | W.D. Hershey Memorial Fund Endowed | NW Natural Sustainable Business Endowed | Gaye and James Richardson Endowed - Undergraduate |
| School of Business Daimler Truck | Columbia Sportswear Athletic & Outdoor - Undergraduate | Willamette Industries Endowed | Cascade Spirits Fund | Gerry and Marilyn Cameron Endowed Fund |
| School of Business Endowed Faculty | Out in Business | Zeliha Erdogan Scholarship in Business | Ike Nizam Foundation - Undergraduate | Gloria J. Tipton Endowed |
| US Bank - ATMOS Program | Schlesinger Family Foundation Endowed | A-Dec Endowed Business | Iverson Family Business - Undergraduate | Herbert Retzlaff Endowed - Undergraduate |
| Jackie Bell Endowed | | | | |
| Hardship Funds |
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| Boyle Fund for Pathway Student Assistance | Renaissance Foundation Pathways Student Assistance |
| SBA Need Based Fee Remission | The School of Business Fund |
- Training in forward-thinking skillsets. The MSADSB offers training in high-demand, business-relevant data skills including visualization, data mining/warehousing, blockchain, regression analytics and tools, and languages and platforms like R, Python, Tableau, and Power BI.
- Valuable connections with industry leaders. Located in the heart of Portland, PSU has thriving relationships with standout leaders in the region’s vibrant business community. That means a network of support, real-time insight and case studies, and opportunities to enrich your professional life.
- Strategic, big-picture thinking. Effective leaders go beyond the technical, placing value on human-centered ideas. The MSADSB curriculum includes content on integrating different perspectives, securing stakeholder buy-in, understanding technology trends, leveraging data storytelling, and building change management processes to give you a holistic education in management.
- The program’s core courses in digital transformation are paired with a certificate option — Business Intelligence and Analytics, Enterprise Analytics, or Clinical and Health Informatics— allowing you to curate a program targeted to your interests and goals.
- Advanced programming, on your terms. Earn a graduate degree from an AACSB accredited business school on a schedule that fits your life as a working professional. The MSADSB is fully online, with one-year (full-time) and two-year (part-time) options.
- Interactive and immersive learning. Our thoughtfully planned online program means you don’t miss out on an enriching experience with your graduate cohort. You’ll collaborate with a diverse group of students under the guidance of expert faculty, incorporating hands-on, real-world learning.
Master of Science in Applied Data Science for Business Highlights
- Hands-on learning from a school that spent four consecutive years on U.S. News & World Report’s “Most Innovative Universities” list.
- A future-facing curriculum centered on core values of ethics, inclusive business, and positive social, ecological, and economic impact.
- Deep industry connections to launch your next career chapter and enrich your professional life.
- Applicable coursework that offers an introduction to leading-edge technical skills in R, Python, machine learning, and essential mathematical concepts.
- Meaningful career management support, including opportunities for mentoring, resume and cover letter workshops, job placement, and career round tables.
- Diverse, experienced faculty and a collaborative graduate cohort.
View the MSADSB Curriculum page for additional details.
With the flexibility to choose a focus in Business Blockchain, Business Intelligence & Analytics, HR Analytics, or Health & Clinical Informatics, you’ll gain cross-functional data science skills that apply across industries. MSADSB graduates will leverage advanced business concepts and can expect to grow into senior management and director roles. No matter your current area of specialty, an MSADSB degree will expand your possibilities. Potential roles include:
- Senior Analyst
- Analytics Manager
- IT Manager
- Risk Manager
- Digital Marketing Manager
- Social Media Manager
- Compensation Analyst
- Fintech
- Audit and Accounting
CORE CURRICULUM
View the MSADSB Curriculum page for additional details.
Time to completion - Full Time 12 Months; Part Time 24 Months. Program contains synchronous components.
ACCREDITATION & RANKINGS
Portland State University is fully accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).
One of fewer than 200 business schools worldwide — top 1% — to be accredited in both business and accounting by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). AACSB is the elite business school accreditation known internationally.
Portland State's School of Business is committed to student learning. AACSB accreditation includes assessment of student learning outcomes.
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