What Can I Do With a Major in Data Science?

Getting a data science bachelor's degree at Flagler College means learning skills that prepare you for high-demand jobs or graduate study.  

Getting a data science bachelor's degree at Flagler College means learning skills that prepare you for high-demand jobs or graduate study.  

The Data Science Program at Flagler College gives you a solid knowledge of computer information systems, informatics, mathematics, and statistics. Your training and practice can open up many career paths. You might also consider graduate studies in data science, computer science, or artificial intelligence.

Read on for more information about your career outlook.

Career Options, Employers, and Transferable Skills

*Some may require further education or specialization.

Accountant
Actuary
Auditor
Budget Analyst
Business Analyst
Business Continuity Planner
Business Intelligence
Clinical Data Manager
Computer Forensic Analyst
Computer Information Research Scientist
Computer Programmer
Credit Analyst
Cybersecurity Manager
Data Manager
Data Scientist
Database Administrator
Database Architect
Document Management Specialist
Economist
Financial Analyst
Fraud Examiner/Investigator
Geographic Information Systems Tech
Information Security Analyst
Information Technology Manager
Logistician
Management Analyst
Market Research Analyst
Mathematician
Network Administrator
Online Merchant
Operations Analyst
Programmer Analyst
Quality Assurance Analyst
Security Manager
Software Developer
Statistician
Supply Chain Manager
Supply Chain Specialist
Technical Director
Tester
Transportation/Storage/Distribution Mgr
Web Administrator

Accounting Firms
Business Enterprises
Chamber of Commerce
Commercial Banking
Construction Firms
Consulting Firms
Credit Unions
Education Institutions
Electronic/Computer Hardware Companies
Engineering Firms
Federal Government Agencies
Federal Trade Commission
Finance Companies
Financial Management Service
Global Enterprises
Healthcare
Insurance Companies
Internal Revenue Service
International Trade Administration
Internet and Software Industry
Investment and Portfolio Management
Management Consulting Firms
Manufacturers
Media/Communications Companies
National Credit Union Administration
Nonprofit Agencies
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Pharmaceutical Companies
Securities and Exchange Commission
Small Businesses
Small Business Administration
Software Development Firms
Startups
Technology Firms
Transportation and Logistics Companies
Wholesale/Retail Operations

  • Communicates results, ideas, recommendations and
    concepts to others
  • Manipulate or process using statistical software
  • Utilizes data visualization to present findings and analysis
  • Designs surveys, polls, or other instruments to collect data
  • Creates, validates, tests, and updates algorithms and
    models
  • Writes computer programming code
  • Analyzes data to:
    • Recommend solutions or resolve problems
    • Identify trends or relationships among variables
    • Inform decisions or activities

Enhancing Your Employability

  • Taking a Focus 2 Career Assessment
  • Searching job descriptions on Handshake
  • Connecting with alumni on LinkedIn
  • Finding a mentor
  • Researching professional associations
  • Reading the Occupational Outlook Handbook
  • Meeting with Academic Advisor and Career Counselor
  • Shadowing a professional at work
  • Joining a relevant club or organization
  • Finding an internship or part-time job
  • Volunteering with an organization
  • Conducting an informational interview
  • Trying a new class in a relevant subject
    Studying abroad

Contact Us

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