Online Bachelor's Degree Specialization in Big Data and Analytics
Combine your love of software and problem solving, and earn an online Bachelor’s Degree with a Specialization in Big Data and Analytics from DeVry University. You’ll develop skills that address the complexity of examining large and varied data sets, and that you can put to work uncovering hidden patterns in information. Our Big Data and Analytics Specialization is anchored with Tech Core, which is our strategically designed curriculum to help you build the interdisciplinary skills you’ll need for today’s Internet of Things (IoT) economy. Learn online or in our hybrid format, whichever fits your schedule best.
Get to Know Our Big Data and Analytics Degree Specialization
The online Bachelor’s Degree with a Specialization in Big Data and Analytics provides you with a well-rounded mastery of data acquisition, storage, interpretation and management. You’ll understand how data mining, predictive analytics and machine learning tools are applied to help drive quick decision-making in industry. Our knowledgeable professors will also cover data visualization and presentation so you’ll be able to deliver your results and recommendations with confidence.
Choose to specialize in Big Data and Analytics when you earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Software Development.
- Be part of a career of the future: Employment of information security analysts is projected to grow 31 percent from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations.1
- Explore the Internet of Things: Simulate the Internet of Things (IoT) with our IoT Kit**, designed to give you hands-on experience and confidence working with real IoT technologies.
- Receive a complimentary laptop: Receive a complimentary laptop as part of your software development program. It’s our way of investing in your education—and you.
- Earn certification exam reimbursement: Qualified students can receive up to $300 for the cost of one industry certification exam, including CompTIA A+, CompTIA Linux+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Cloud+, Microsoft Technology Associate – Python.
Classes Start Every 8 Weeks
Earn your Bachelor's Degree in Software Development with Big Data and Analytics Specialization in as little as 2 years + 8 months*—or even more quickly with qualifying transfer credits.
*Not including breaks. Assumes year-round, full-time enrollment.
Availability
Why DeVry?
Complimentary Laptop
As a new student, you’ll get a complimentary laptop as part of your technology program2. It’s our way of investing in your education—and you.
You can take it anywhere, it’s powerful enough to run robust applications, and best of all, you can use it for all of your classes to optimize your DeVry experience.
IoT Kit
Simulate the Internet of Things (IoT) wherever you are with your IoT Kit*, designed to give you hands-on experience and confidence working with real IoT technologies.
With the full complement of microprocessors and sensors in your kit, you’ll build elementary IoT devices, integrate them into cloud-based server systems and develop skills needed for today’s IoT economy.
*The IoT Kit is a required expense and is not complimentary.
Certification Exam Reimbursement
Our Tech programs are designed with industry-recognized certifications in mind. Qualified students may receive up to a $300 reimbursement for the cost of one exam attempt across a wide range of certifications:
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Linux+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Cloud+
- Microsoft Technology Associate - Python
Others may be applicable as well. Speak with your professor for more info.
What You'll Learn
Gain big data and analytic software development skills that can help you to examine large and varied data sets, as well as uncover hidden patterns in information. You’ll learn how data mining, predictive analytics and machine learning tools are applied to help drive quick decision-making within organizations. Specifically, DeVry’s Big Data and Analytics Specialization is designed to teach you the following:
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Database Management IILearn a variety of database management concepts that apply to personal device and desktop databases as well as large-scale, distributed database servers, including database design, data indexing and storage, and query languages. -
Problem SolvingUse business and management principles to problem-solve a variety of workplace challenges. -
ProgrammingSolve technical problems using an algorithmic approach, basic programming and coding methods. -
Digital DevicesExplore digital concepts, devices and connectivity within the realm of the Internet of Things (IoT). Topics include networking, securing, and deploying digital devices. -
Small Enterprise NetworksProduce, secure, operate and troubleshoot small enterprise networks by gaining an understanding of the underlying technology of networks and the Internet. Learn networking basics such as the OSI and TCP/IP models, protocols, routers, switches, small network configuration, troubleshooting, and network security. -
Operating SystemsInstall and configure operating systems using Command Line Interface (CLI). -
Application DevelopmentDevelop applications using skills in analysis, interface design, programming, coding and scripting, as well as database connectivity. -
CollaborationWork collaboratively in a team environment. Coordinate and share information to achieve a common goal.
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Analysis and DesignAnalyze and design software systems. -
Data AcquisitionsLearn to acquire, retrieve and store data using database programming in traditional enterprise scenarios, as well as the cloud-based environment. -
Digital LiteracyApply appropriate technologies. -
CommunicationCommunicate effectively orally and in writing across environments and platforms. -
Data Mining and Advanced Data AnalysisLearn to draw conclusions by finding patterns and relationships in text and numerical data with tools used for statistical analysis and decision-making in business. Explore contemporary methods to store, retrieve and manipulate data. Learn to mine and analyze extremely large data sets utilizing cloud-based computing and machine learning tools. Use data crawling and data scraping techniques to acquire data online and visualization tools to interpret results and communicate predictions.
Embedded Programs - Demonstrate Skills at Every Step
Looking to obtain two additional credentials with our Software Development degree with a specialization in Big Data? Our unique 3-in-1 design allows all courses in our Programming Essentials certificate program and Information Technology and Networking associate degree are included within this program. So you can earn a certificate and an associate degree on the way to your bachelor's degree.
Prepare for Industry Certification
At DeVry, we want to help you make the most of your education and advance your career. Earn an online Bachelor’s Degree with a Specialization in Big Data and Analytics and prepare to take certification exams including:
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Linux+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Cloud+
- Microsoft Technology Associate – Python
Career Opportunities
Graduates from DeVry’s online Software Development program with a Big Data and Analytics specialization may consider entry level opportunities in positions, such as:
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Data Analyst
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Database Developer
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Data Modeler
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Business Intelligence Analyst
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Database Manager
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Data Warehouse Manager
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Big Data Engineer
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Database Administrator
Essentials Courses
Communication Skills
| ENGL112 | Composition |
| ENGL135 | Advanced Composition |
| ENGL216 | Technical Writing |
| SPCH275 | Public Speaking |
Humanities
| ETHC232 | Ethical and Legal Issues in the Professions |
| LAS432 | Technology, Society, and Culture |
Social Sciences
| ECON312 | Principles of Economics |
| SOCS185 | Culture and Society |
| SOCS325 | Environmental Sociology |
Mathematics and Natural Sciences
| MATH114 | Algebra for College Students |
| MATH221 | Statistics for Decision-Making |
| MATH233 | Discrete Mathematics |
| PHYS204 | Applied Physics with Lab |
Personal and Professional Development
| CARD405 | Career Development |
| COLL148 | Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving |
Tech Core Courses
Tech Core
| CEIS101 | Introduction to Technology and Information Systems |
| CEIS106 | Introduction to Operating Systems |
| CEIS110 | Introduction to Programming |
| CEIS114 | Introduction to Digital Devices |
| NETW191 | Fundamentals of Information Technology and Networking |
| NETW211 | Fundamentals of Cloud Computing |
| SEC285 | Fundamentals of Information Security |
Program Courses
Information Systems and Programming
| CEIS236 | Database Systems and Programming Fundamentals |
| CEIS312 | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning |
| CIS170C | Programming with Lab |
| CIS247C | Object-Oriented Programming with Lab |
Application Development
| CEIS295 | Data Structures and Algorithms |
| CIS321 | Structured Analysis and Design |
| CIS339 | Object-Oriented Analysis and Design |
| CIS355A | Business Application Programming with Lab |
| WEB375 | Web Architecture with Lab |
Senior Project
| CEIS392 | Product, Project, and People Management |
| CEIS494 | Senior Project I |
| CEIS496 | Senior Project II |
Technology Career Preparation
| CEIS299 | Careers and Technology |
| CEIS499 | Preparation for the Profession |
Specialized Courses
Big Data and Analytics
| CEIS330 | Strategies for Data Acquisition, Storage and Retrieval |
| CEIS340 | Database Management |
| CEIS480 | Data Mining and Analytics |
| CEIS485 | Data Interpretation and Statistical Analysis |
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1https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/information-security-analysts.htm
2As part of this program, one complimentary laptop is provided to students enrolled in the Associate in Information Technology and Networking, Bachelor’s in Information Technology and Networking, Bachelor’s in Software Development, Bachelor’s in Engineering Technology –Electronics and Bachelor’s in Computer Information Systems. The laptop is issued during the student’s second session. Certain restrictions apply.
**The IoT Kit is a required expense and is not complimentary.
All students enrolled in site-based programs will be required to take some coursework online and, for some programs and locations, a substantial portion of the program may be required to be completed online.
