Data Science and Economics

What you'll learn

Learn to leverage data science and emerging technologies for advanced economic analysis with this Data Science and Economics microcredential. You will develop competencies in data collection and management, statistical and quantitative analysis, and predictive and analytical modeling. Gain proficiency in statistical inference and regression techniques applied to real-world economic and financial datasets. Gain proficiency in advanced regression, forecasting and causal inference methods for analyzing time-series and cross-section data. , research design, execution and communication and problem solving and critical thinkingYou will become proficient analytical and quantitative techniques including: statistical foundations, distributions and sampling theory, inference and hypothesis testing, foundations of causal inference, regression and predictive modeling and advanced econometric methods. You will have access to world-class faculty, supporting your knowledge and skill acquisition. Successful completion of this microcredential provides existing professionals with specialized skills needed to keep pace or advance. For current students, adding this microcredential to your degree serves to distinguish you in today's competitive job market. Note: Existing professionals and students not enrolled in the Economics BA or BS should contact the department chair about required pre-requisites.

A face to face microcredential from University at Albany (10 credits). Registration is completed with University at Albany.

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

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Career outlook

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