The Center for Analytics and Data Science provides an innovative environment where students and faculty can embrace the application of analytics and data science; engage in research that transforms the practice of analytics and data science; receive support in developing their skills; and find opportunities to elevate their understanding through research, coursework, collaboration and experiential learning.
CADS hosts several analytics and data science events throughout the school year, including career receptions, employer-student luncheons and various industry-related experiential learning projects where students and companies can connect. In the spring, the Center hosts DataFest, a contest in which teams of students compete to analyze a large, complex and rich data set with cash prizes on the line of up to $1,000.
Partnering organizations have the exclusive ability to participate in the above activities as well as advise the Center through a seat on the advisory board. Partners include: Cardinal Health, Cleveland Clinic, EY, Fifth Third Bank, FIS, and MTD Products.