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Data analysis is one of the fastest growing professions in Canada. The Master of Data Analytics program prepares you to step into a high-demand career as a big data professional.
Delivered over five terms, this graduate program gives you the technical and strategic skills needed to succeed. Through hands-on case studies and real-world business challenges, you’ll gain experience turning complex data into actionable insights. You will graduate ready to lead with confidence across sectors where data drives decisions.
Why study online?
It’s your education, tailor it to suit your life
No
travel needed, study from anywhere
Enhance
your online collaboration and communication skills
Support
at every step from faculty and staff
Coursework will take place online, through UNF’s virtual
campus using the same content and course materials as the on-campus program.
Get ahead in your career without hitting the pause button
on life.
Specializations
Three program streams allow you to tailor your learning to
suit your career ambitions and gain deeper problem-solving experience.
Marketing Analytics
Solve marketing-related problems in customer relationship
management, product and pricing management, campaign performance and more.
Operations Analytics
Use analytics to improve quality and optimize processes in
manufacturing, supply chain management, project management, tourism operations,
and health care delivery.
General Analytics
Apply analytics to multi-disciplinary problems in
government, non-profits, research, consulting and many other fields.
UNF online advantage
The MDA program provides core training in the data science
lifecycle and opens the doors to a diverse range of career opportunities.
Flexible by design
Study while working full-time. Choose flexible hours to fit
around your personal or professional commitments.
Learn from the best, anywhere
Get mentored by world-class faculty and access top-notch
resources and support – all from the comfort of your home.
Make an immediate impact
With a focus on practical skills you can use right away,
apply what you’re learning into your daily life to become a stronger leader.
Boost your budget
Study from anywhere, so relocation is not necessary. Save on
housing, transportation, parking, and no need to buy textbooks.
Master of Data Analytics online explained
Location
This is a fully online program. You can complete your
coursework from anywhere.
Schedule
There will be no scheduled classes. Asynchronous learning
means you can study at your own pace. All course materials will be made
available at the start of term, except for exams and quizzes.
Timeline
Weeks 1-10: You will be able to access your
course content online and complete tasks throughout this period.
Weeks 11-12: You will need to complete any
review activities and final assessments, including exams and final projects.
Course content
Each course will have a syllabus as well as additional
course materials that will be made available at the start of the term, except
for exams and quizzes.
Participation
While components vary depending on the individual course,
you can expect to use discussion forums and group chat platforms, participate
in videoconferences, as well as utilize project management tools. There will be
group assignments in addition to individual assignments.
Career outlooks
As businesses increasingly turn to machine learning to
analyze vast amounts of data, the demand for skilled data analysts who can work
with these algorithms is growing.
According to Canada’s Job Bank, there will be a shortage
of data analysts across Canada through 2029 – especially in Ontario.
This is a global trend, as the US Bureau of Labour statistics predict the rise
of Data Science will create roughly 11.5 million job openings by 2026 and a
report by IBM estimated that by 2025, there will be more than 2.7
million job postings for data analysts and data scientists in the US
alone.
Career path and salary
Big
data specialist - $122,100
Data
manager - $136,257
Business
analyst - $130,617
Data
visualization specialist - $110,000
Customer
intelligence analyst -$96,827
*Source, Talent.com
Admissions
Academic information
Applicants must meet
the following minimum conditions for admission:
Bachelor’s
Degree – Completion of a four-year honours degree standard with CGPA
of 3.0 (on 4.33 scale) or better
Completed
at least two undergraduate courses in statistics or quantitative methods
Document checklist
Applicants must submit:
A
completed application form
Official
transcripts from all post- secondary institutions attended
Official
documentation confirming professional designations, where applicable
Proof
of English language proficiency, if applicable
International information
Applicants who completed undergraduate studies outside
Canada must also submit:
Certified
translations of any documents not in English
Documentation
confirming award of their previous degree(s), if not already indicated on
official transcripts
A
credential evaluation from a recognized service, if required by the
registrar
Programme overview
Main Subject
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Online
Data analysis is one of the fastest growing professions in Canada. The Master of Data Analytics program prepares you to step into a high-demand career as a big data professional.
Delivered over five terms, this graduate program gives you the technical and strategic skills needed to succeed. Through hands-on case studies and real-world business challenges, you’ll gain experience turning complex data into actionable insights. You will graduate ready to lead with confidence across sectors where data drives decisions.
Why study online?
It’s your education, tailor it to suit your life
No
travel needed, study from anywhere
Enhance
your online collaboration and communication skills
Support
at every step from faculty and staff
Coursework will take place online, through UNF’s virtual
campus using the same content and course materials as the on-campus program.
Get ahead in your career without hitting the pause button
on life.
Specializations
Three program streams allow you to tailor your learning to
suit your career ambitions and gain deeper problem-solving experience.
Marketing Analytics
Solve marketing-related problems in customer relationship
management, product and pricing management, campaign performance and more.
Operations Analytics
Use analytics to improve quality and optimize processes in
manufacturing, supply chain management, project management, tourism operations,
and health care delivery.
General Analytics
Apply analytics to multi-disciplinary problems in
government, non-profits, research, consulting and many other fields.
UNF online advantage
The MDA program provides core training in the data science
lifecycle and opens the doors to a diverse range of career opportunities.
Flexible by design
Study while working full-time. Choose flexible hours to fit
around your personal or professional commitments.
Learn from the best, anywhere
Get mentored by world-class faculty and access top-notch
resources and support – all from the comfort of your home.
Make an immediate impact
With a focus on practical skills you can use right away,
apply what you’re learning into your daily life to become a stronger leader.
Boost your budget
Study from anywhere, so relocation is not necessary. Save on
housing, transportation, parking, and no need to buy textbooks.
Master of Data Analytics online explained
Location
This is a fully online program. You can complete your
coursework from anywhere.
Schedule
There will be no scheduled classes. Asynchronous learning
means you can study at your own pace. All course materials will be made
available at the start of term, except for exams and quizzes.
Timeline
Weeks 1-10: You will be able to access your
course content online and complete tasks throughout this period.
Weeks 11-12: You will need to complete any
review activities and final assessments, including exams and final projects.
Course content
Each course will have a syllabus as well as additional
course materials that will be made available at the start of the term, except
for exams and quizzes.
Participation
While components vary depending on the individual course,
you can expect to use discussion forums and group chat platforms, participate
in videoconferences, as well as utilize project management tools. There will be
group assignments in addition to individual assignments.
Career outlooks
As businesses increasingly turn to machine learning to
analyze vast amounts of data, the demand for skilled data analysts who can work
with these algorithms is growing.
According to Canada’s Job Bank, there will be a shortage
of data analysts across Canada through 2029 – especially in Ontario.
This is a global trend, as the US Bureau of Labour statistics predict the rise
of Data Science will create roughly 11.5 million job openings by 2026 and a
report by IBM estimated that by 2025, there will be more than 2.7
million job postings for data analysts and data scientists in the US
alone.
Career path and salary
Big
data specialist - $122,100
Data
manager - $136,257
Business
analyst - $130,617
Data
visualization specialist - $110,000
Customer
intelligence analyst -$96,827
*Source, Talent.com
Admissions
Academic information
Applicants must meet
the following minimum conditions for admission:
Bachelor’s
Degree – Completion of a four-year honours degree standard with CGPA
of 3.0 (on 4.33 scale) or better
Completed
at least two undergraduate courses in statistics or quantitative methods
Document checklist
Applicants must submit:
A
completed application form
Official
transcripts from all post- secondary institutions attended
Official
documentation confirming professional designations, where applicable
Proof
of English language proficiency, if applicable
International information
Applicants who completed undergraduate studies outside
Canada must also submit:
Certified
translations of any documents not in English
Documentation
confirming award of their previous degree(s), if not already indicated on
official transcripts
A
credential evaluation from a recognized service, if required by the
registrar
Admission Requirements
18 Months
Oct
Tuition fees
Domestic
24,000 CAD
International
48,000 CAD
Scholarships
Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.
To help students navigate this challenging process, we recommend the following articles:
Students entering the MDA program should have a background in business management, math or computer information systems and have completed at least two undergraduate courses in statistics or quantitative methods. Email our Student Recruitment Advisors at [email protected] for more information.
Yes! You can tailor the program to suit your desired career outcomes through one of three learning tracks: Marketing Analytics, Operations Analytics, or General Analytics.
There are several opportunities for you to gain practical experience through this program, including internships, work-integrated learning opportunities and capstone research projects. Attend one of our graduate program webinars to learn more directly from faculty members. Visit our events page to find the date for our next webinar.
We do not use standardized testing as part of the admission process for our graduate degrees. We look at your academic record from your undergraduate studies during the application process. See our admissions page for more information about our requirements.
We do not use standardized testing as part of the admission process for our graduate degrees. We look at your academic record from your undergraduate studies during the application process. See our admissions page for more information about our requirements.
We do not use standardized testing as part of the admission process for our graduate degrees. We look at your academic record from your undergraduate studies during the application process. See our admissions page for more information about our requirements.
This program is fully online. You will not have to attend our downtown Niagara Falls campus. Projects will be completed online, and you will be able to connect one-on-one with your professor virtually on a regular basis.
Master of Data Analytics Online
Main campus, Niagara Falls,, Canada
18 monthsProgramme duration
48,000 CADTuition Fee/year
Data Science and Artificial IntelligenceMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Online
Data analysis is one of the fastest growing professions in Canada. The Master of Data Analytics program prepares you to step into a high-demand career as a big data professional.
Delivered over five terms, this graduate program gives you the technical and strategic skills needed to succeed. Through hands-on case studies and real-world business challenges, you’ll gain experience turning complex data into actionable insights. You will graduate ready to lead with confidence across sectors where data drives decisions.
Why study online?
It’s your education, tailor it to suit your life
Coursework will take place online, through UNF’s virtual campus using the same content and course materials as the on-campus program.
Get ahead in your career without hitting the pause button on life.
Specializations
Three program streams allow you to tailor your learning to suit your career ambitions and gain deeper problem-solving experience.
Marketing Analytics
Solve marketing-related problems in customer relationship management, product and pricing management, campaign performance and more.
Operations Analytics
Use analytics to improve quality and optimize processes in manufacturing, supply chain management, project management, tourism operations, and health care delivery.
General Analytics
Apply analytics to multi-disciplinary problems in government, non-profits, research, consulting and many other fields.
UNF online advantage
The MDA program provides core training in the data science lifecycle and opens the doors to a diverse range of career opportunities.
Flexible by design
Study while working full-time. Choose flexible hours to fit around your personal or professional commitments.
Learn from the best, anywhere
Get mentored by world-class faculty and access top-notch resources and support – all from the comfort of your home.
Make an immediate impact
With a focus on practical skills you can use right away, apply what you’re learning into your daily life to become a stronger leader.
Boost your budget
Study from anywhere, so relocation is not necessary. Save on housing, transportation, parking, and no need to buy textbooks.
Master of Data Analytics online explained
Location
This is a fully online program. You can complete your coursework from anywhere.
Schedule
There will be no scheduled classes. Asynchronous learning means you can study at your own pace. All course materials will be made available at the start of term, except for exams and quizzes.
Timeline
Weeks 1-10: You will be able to access your course content online and complete tasks throughout this period.
Weeks 11-12: You will need to complete any review activities and final assessments, including exams and final projects.
Course content
Each course will have a syllabus as well as additional course materials that will be made available at the start of the term, except for exams and quizzes.
Participation
While components vary depending on the individual course, you can expect to use discussion forums and group chat platforms, participate in videoconferences, as well as utilize project management tools. There will be group assignments in addition to individual assignments.
Career outlooks
As businesses increasingly turn to machine learning to analyze vast amounts of data, the demand for skilled data analysts who can work with these algorithms is growing.
According to Canada’s Job Bank, there will be a shortage of data analysts across Canada through 2029 – especially in Ontario. This is a global trend, as the US Bureau of Labour statistics predict the rise of Data Science will create roughly 11.5 million job openings by 2026 and a report by IBM estimated that by 2025, there will be more than 2.7 million job postings for data analysts and data scientists in the US alone.
Career path and salary
*Source, Talent.com
Admissions
Academic information
Applicants must meet the following minimum conditions for admission:
Document checklist
Applicants must submit:
International information
Applicants who completed undergraduate studies outside Canada must also submit:
Programme overview
Main Subject
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Online
Data analysis is one of the fastest growing professions in Canada. The Master of Data Analytics program prepares you to step into a high-demand career as a big data professional.
Delivered over five terms, this graduate program gives you the technical and strategic skills needed to succeed. Through hands-on case studies and real-world business challenges, you’ll gain experience turning complex data into actionable insights. You will graduate ready to lead with confidence across sectors where data drives decisions.
Why study online?
It’s your education, tailor it to suit your life
Coursework will take place online, through UNF’s virtual campus using the same content and course materials as the on-campus program.
Get ahead in your career without hitting the pause button on life.
Specializations
Three program streams allow you to tailor your learning to suit your career ambitions and gain deeper problem-solving experience.
Marketing Analytics
Solve marketing-related problems in customer relationship management, product and pricing management, campaign performance and more.
Operations Analytics
Use analytics to improve quality and optimize processes in manufacturing, supply chain management, project management, tourism operations, and health care delivery.
General Analytics
Apply analytics to multi-disciplinary problems in government, non-profits, research, consulting and many other fields.
UNF online advantage
The MDA program provides core training in the data science lifecycle and opens the doors to a diverse range of career opportunities.
Flexible by design
Study while working full-time. Choose flexible hours to fit around your personal or professional commitments.
Learn from the best, anywhere
Get mentored by world-class faculty and access top-notch resources and support – all from the comfort of your home.
Make an immediate impact
With a focus on practical skills you can use right away, apply what you’re learning into your daily life to become a stronger leader.
Boost your budget
Study from anywhere, so relocation is not necessary. Save on housing, transportation, parking, and no need to buy textbooks.
Master of Data Analytics online explained
Location
This is a fully online program. You can complete your coursework from anywhere.
Schedule
There will be no scheduled classes. Asynchronous learning means you can study at your own pace. All course materials will be made available at the start of term, except for exams and quizzes.
Timeline
Weeks 1-10: You will be able to access your course content online and complete tasks throughout this period.
Weeks 11-12: You will need to complete any review activities and final assessments, including exams and final projects.
Course content
Each course will have a syllabus as well as additional course materials that will be made available at the start of the term, except for exams and quizzes.
Participation
While components vary depending on the individual course, you can expect to use discussion forums and group chat platforms, participate in videoconferences, as well as utilize project management tools. There will be group assignments in addition to individual assignments.
Career outlooks
As businesses increasingly turn to machine learning to analyze vast amounts of data, the demand for skilled data analysts who can work with these algorithms is growing.
According to Canada’s Job Bank, there will be a shortage of data analysts across Canada through 2029 – especially in Ontario. This is a global trend, as the US Bureau of Labour statistics predict the rise of Data Science will create roughly 11.5 million job openings by 2026 and a report by IBM estimated that by 2025, there will be more than 2.7 million job postings for data analysts and data scientists in the US alone.
Career path and salary
*Source, Talent.com
Admissions
Academic information
Applicants must meet the following minimum conditions for admission:
Document checklist
Applicants must submit:
International information
Applicants who completed undergraduate studies outside Canada must also submit:
Admission Requirements
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
Scholarships
Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.
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