Civic Analytics

University of Illinois at Chicago

United States of America, Chicago

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University of Illinois at Chicago

United States of America , Chicago

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2021 15-Jul-2021

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Duration 24 month(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 24,738 / year

Apply Date 15-Jul-2021

Next Intake September-2021

Civic Analytics

About

Overview At the Master in Civic Analytics at the University of Illinois at Chicago the curriculum provides a strong foundation in the areas of applied statistics, geospatial applications, and data visualization, but balanced with traditional core subjects in public affairs. The program is designed to develop a substantial capacity for students to solve complex public problems with information technology. Graduates will have skills that will be highly desirable in many employer contexts, including information offices in city, state and federal agencies; large nonprofits; technology consulting firms, and government contractors. The program is also committed to finding ethical solutions to problems and reflect public values.The MSCA program is suitable for individuals with a diverse array of baccalaureate degrees, including those with backgrounds in public policy, political science, statistics, information technology, geography, mathematics, computer science, and economics. Students can take advantage of the expertise contained within the college’s nationally prominent research centers, including the Urban Data Visualization Laboratory, the Network Governance Laboratory, and the Urban Transportation Center. The program also works to integrate students into the city’s civic tech community, helping to provide a valuable form of service-learning while also acquiring skills from field-leading practitioners in civic technology. I want to find another Master Course

The Master in Civic Analytics at the University of Illinois at Chicago is a first of its kind degree that combines study in civic technology and data analytics for those in the government and nonprofit sectors.

Disciplines

Management, Organisation & Leadership

Public Administration

Requirements

Other Requirements

1 : Baccalaureate Field: Baccalaureate degree holders in any field may be be admitted to the program. Students will be advised that prior course work in statistics, geographic information systems, mathematics, or information technology disciplines is desirable.