Data Analytics and Psychological Sciences
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About the concentration in Data Analytics and Psychological Sciences
Explore the intersection of the tools of data analytics and the science of well-being. The Data Analytics and Psychological Sciences concentration offers the opportunity to improve your data literacy while developing strategies that support personal, organizational, and community well-being. In this degree concentration, you learn how well-being is measured, what activities can increase human flourishing, and how to apply analytical and statistical methods to effectively interpret and communicate data.
The concentration in Data Analytics and Psychological Sciences prepares you to:
- Implement and interpret basic regression models
- Understand advanced predictive modeling and machine learning
- Implement and analyze surveys
- Design experiments and A/B tests to test solutions and address problems
- Develop skills in statistical programming and data analysis in R
- Apply skills and knowledge to solve real-world problems
- Learn the historical and empirical foundations of positive psychology and the science of well-being
- Explore key research themes (e.g., positive emotions, strengths, engagement, relationships, meaning, and accomplishment) and their relevance in personal and organizational settings
- Apply research in positive psychology by practicing strategies that influence well-being
- Investigate applications of positive psychology in different professional settings including business, education, healthcare, and the nonprofit sector
- Learn the basics of research, measurement, and evaluation in positive psychology
