RDA 590 Capstone Project: Capstone experience for the Research and Data Analytics program based on individual research and analysis of a given issue. (OR) RDA 592 Research Practicum: Capstone experience for the Research and Data Analytics program based on completion of an original project as part of an ongoing research program. Appendix B: Survey Survey on Student Research and Data Analytics Careers and Graduate Programs Background The Departments of Psychology and Sociology are developing a Master’s Degree in Research and Data Analytics. The program is designed to provide students with the skills necessary to seek employment in fields requiring basic research and analysis. The program will require a one-week residency in June with the rest of the requirements completed online. The online format will allow students to complete the program anywhere in the world with an internet connection. Full-time students will complete the program in one year by the following May, while part-time students will require two years to complete the program. In 2012, Harvard Business Review named “data scientist” one of the sexiest careers of the 21st century, and job listings have been growing consistently according to Indeed.com (see below). The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not currently keep records for “data scientist” as a separate employment category, but similar professions have existed for many years and social science graduates have typically been well-positioned for such jobs. For example, MS-level sociologists had a median salary of $74,960, survey researchers $45,050, and Market Research Analysts $60,300. Similarly, statisticians with a MS degree earned $72,100 and Operations Research Analysts $75,560. Given these trends in the workplace, colleges and universities have responded by creating programs that prepare student for a career in research and data analytics. SUNY Oneonta is in the process of planning such a program, provided there is enough interest and support. As part of our exploration and planning process, we would like to hear from you! Please complete the enclosed questionnaire asking about your interest in research careers and graduate school training. Your input is very important as we consider potential demand for this program at SUNY Oneonta. Figure 2. Job Growth according to Indeed.com Questionnaire
RDA 590 Capstone Project: Capstone experience for the Research and Data Analytics program based on individual research and analysis of a given issue. (OR) RDA 592 Research Practicum: Capstone experience for the Research and Data Analytics program based on completion of an original project as part of an ongoing research program. Appendix B: Survey Survey on Student Research and Data Analytics Careers and Graduate Programs Background The Departments of Psychology and Sociology are developing a Master’s Degree in Research and Data Analytics. The program is designed to provide students with the skills necessary to seek employment in fields requiring basic research and analysis. The program will require a one-week residency in June with the rest of the requirements completed online. The online format will allow students to complete the program anywhere in the world with an internet connection. Full-time students will complete the program in one year by the following May, while part-time students will require two years to complete the program. In 2012, Harvard Business Review named “data scientist” one of the sexiest careers of the 21st century, and job listings have been growing consistently according to Indeed.com (see below). The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not currently keep records for “data scientist” as a separate employment category, but similar professions have existed for many years and social science graduates have typically been well-positioned for such jobs. For example, MS-level sociologists had a median salary of $74,960, survey researchers $45,050, and Market Research Analysts $60,300. Similarly, statisticians with a MS degree earned $72,100 and Operations Research Analysts $75,560. Given these trends in the workplace, colleges and universities have responded by creating programs that prepare student for a career in research and data analytics. SUNY Oneonta is in the process of planning such a program, provided there is enough interest and support. As part of our exploration and planning process, we would like to hear from you! Please complete the enclosed questionnaire asking about your interest in research careers and graduate school training. Your input is very important as we consider potential demand for this program at SUNY Oneonta. Figure 2. Job Growth according to Indeed.com Questionnaire