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I just made that up. And you believed me for a second, didn’t you? Maybe not fully – but admit it: you did give it some credibility. Especially since it even had a decimal. I could’ve said “about 74%,” but “73.58%” feels oddly official. Precise numbers seduce us into lowering Continue reading 73.58% of Statistics Are Made Up
One unique aspect of the curriculum for the Master’s of Analytics program at the Institute for Advanced Analytics is the emphasis on soft skills, like communication, teamwork, and receiving feedback. For one week between the summer and fall semesters, MSA students learn what makes a strong communicator through individual and Continue reading Communication & Analytics: A Closer Look at the IAA’s Communication Week
When applying to the Institute for Advanced Analytics, I was terrified that my degree in Animal Science would not contribute to my success in the program. I figured I would be behind on anything statistics or computer science related, but I forgot to consider all of the other aspects of Continue reading Leveraging a Different Educational Background at the IAA
Before my experiences at the Institute for Advanced Analytics, I would have considered myself a “lone wolf learner.” I had full faith and confidence that I could approach, study, and solve problems independently while growing in my professional career on my own. While I could get by alone, I soon Continue reading The Analytical Social Fabric: The Power of Collaboration for Data Science Excellence