Research and Data Analytics Minor

Introductory Statistics:

Take one of the following courses-

• MTH 105 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics, 3 credit hours
• MTH 108 - Biostatistics, 3 credit hours
• MTH 235 - Probability & Statistics for Scientists & Engineers, 3 credit hours
• MTH 279 - Basic Statistical Methods, 3 credit hours
• FNC 280 - Applied Financial Statistics, 3 credit hours
• PSY 278 - Elements of Statistics, 4 credit hours

Introductory Programming:

Take one of the following courses-

• DSA 101 - Introduction to Data Science, 3 credit hours
• CSC 210 - Computer Science I: Programs and Applications, 3 credit hours
• CSC 212 - Intro to Programming for Scientists & Engineers, 3 credit hours

Research Methods:

Take one of the following courses-

• ASW 209 - Research Design & Statistics in Sport Sciences, 3 credit hours
• CAS 311 - Quantitative Communication Research I, 3 credit hours
• CSD 440 - Research Methods in Communication Disorders, 3 credit hours
• ECN 320 - Research Methods and Design, 2 credit hours
• PHT 260 - Methods in Public Health Research, 3 credit hours
• POL 240 - Research Design and Methods, 4 credit hours
• PSY 380 - Research Methods, 4 credit hours
• SOC 280 - Research Methods, 4 credit hours

Qualitative Analysis:

• SOC 282 - Qualitative Methods, 3 credit hours

Advanced Data:

Take one of the following courses-

• CSC 280 - Data Systems, 3 credit hours
• POL 306 - Social Media and Politics, 3 credit hours
• CSC 340 - Data Analysis & Visualization, 3 credit hours
• BIS 340 - Visualizing Data for Business Analysis, 3 credit hours
• POL 441X - Public Interest Research, 4 credit hours

Advanced Research Analysis:

Take one of the following courses-

• ECN 288X - Engineering Economics, 3 credit hours
• ECN 344 - Game Theory, 3 credit hours
• ECN 379 - Intermediate Statistical Methods, 3 credit hours
• GEO 205 - Geographic Information Systems, 4 credit hours
• MKT 432 - Marketing Research & Information Systems, 3 credit hours
• PHT 285 - Fundamentals of GIS, 3 credit hours
• PSY 279 - Laboratory in Statistical Methods, 3 credit hours
• SOC 281 - Data Analysis Using PASW, 4 credit hours

Applied Research & Analysis Experience:

Research and Data Analytics minors will complete an applied research and analysis experience worth 3 credits. The experience will be arranged and advised by faculty affiliated with the BW Community Research Institute (CRI). Options include project work for the CRI, the Digital Marketing Clinic, the CIG Growth Practice, or specific project assignments during an internship. Analytical projects arranged through Faculty-Students Collaborative, Summer Scholars program, or an independent study specifically involving applied social research and analysis are also possible. Students will be expected to present their research to an audience including faculty & peers (e.g., Ovation, department seminar, CIG event).