Sports Data Analytics

The Program Learning Outcomes for this major are:

Students will:

• gain an understanding of statistical concepts to identify patterns through statistical analysis, visualization, data mining, statistical modeling, predictive analytics, and big data analyses.
• utilize appropriate analytic techniques to inform decision-making and performance outcomes in sports.
• demonstrate the ability to compile, organize, and interpret data to improve sports performance outcomes.
• develop and design solutions for the sports industry using analytic and technical skills.
• apply advanced analytical thinking skills to decompose organizational problems and projects.
• develop computer programming skills to manage data for use in statistical analyses.
• demonstrate effective collaboration skills and use of collaborative tools.
• demonstrate effective leadership and teamwork skills in project teams.
• demonstrate effective written and oral communication competencies to relay sports analytics concepts, interpretations, and recommendations.
• demonstrate ethical principles to business decisions when dealing with sensitive corporate data.