People Analytics (M.S.)

Illinois Institute of Technology

The M.S. in People Analytics offers a unique integration of training in industrial-organizational psychology with a strong foundation in data science and modern analytic methods. In addition to the separate courses in data science, psychometrics and statistics, applications of analytic methods are integrated throughout the coursework on employee selection, performance management, and the assessment of organizational climate and employee engagement. A required internship will provide experience with real-word applications of analytics in an HR context.The M.S. in People Analytics is a 33 credit hour degree designed to be completed in two years. The curriculum features 15 credit hours of industrial-organizational psychology coursework, including three foundation courses and two electives that allow students to develop advanced knowledge of an area of specialization. Fifteen credit hours of statistics and data science courses ensure a strong foundation in quantitative methods.

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