Program Information
Golden Gate University has partnered with TNE Global to design professional graduate program that is dedicated to facilitating working professionals. Using a 7.5-week term format, this program is offered through our partner, TNE Global. Note: This program is available only to students who enroll via the TNE Global (Vietnam) platform.
Aligned to GGU’s leadership and service mission, the Professional Master of Science in Data Science is a comprehensive and leading-edge degree program designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience required to excel in the rapidly growing field of data science and analytics.
Inspired by innovative, resilient, and competitive practices from the San Francisco Silicon Valley, the Professional Master of Science in Data Science incorporates courses from GGU’s ITM, Computer Science, MBA, Leadership, Project Management, Business Analytics programs, among others to help students develop the skills to leverage data to extract valuable insights, drive decision-making, and solve complex problems across various industries, locally and globally.
Students are able to directly apply their learning in their jobs as they pursue their degrees. Unlike traditional master’s degrees, professional master’s programs emphasize technical training and the development of in-demand business and adaptive leadership skills.
Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the program will have the knowledge and skills to:
- Apply leading edge business principles and practices to solve complex and evolving problems in the local and global economy.
- Apply responsible business practices and ethical principles to inform decision-making and problem-solving.
- Demonstrate effective teamwork and collaboration skills.
- Deliver professional quality communications that demonstrate appropriate audience awareness and messaging.
- Demonstrate effective and strategic leadership performance, collaboration, and teamwork.
Admission Requirements
- Applicants must hold a bachelor’s or a master’s or equivalent degree.
- Applicants with an associate’s degree or equivalent degree are required to provide:
- Resume
- Statement of purpose or an interview conducted by TNE Global.
- The statement of purpose or interview must state the following:
- At least 5 years of professional work experience related to the field of study.
- How the GGU degree will help them in their professional career.
- The statement of purpose or interview report is used by GGU Faculty Director/Dean in making an admission decision.
- All applicants must have a 2.5 GPA or higher in their most recent degree program for full admission.
- If below 2.5 GPA, applicants are required to provide:
- Resume
- Statement of purpose or an interview conducted by TNE Global.
- The statement of purpose or interview must state the following:
- At least 5 years of professional work experience related to the field of study after school.
- How the GGU degree will help them in their professional career.
- The statement of purpose or interview report is used by GGU Faculty Director/Dean in making an admission decision.
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