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Insights from the Girard School of Business and the School of Science and Engineering Predictive and prescriptive analytics play a key part in how many organizations solve current challenges and determine future strategy. Both offer significant job opportunities for those who seek a degree in data science or business analytics. Many factors drive the need for analytics. Each […]
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Accountant job descriptions are changing as the world of finance and technology progresses. Accountants increasingly play a key role in developing and implementing business strategy. Sometimes referred to as strategic management accounting, those in this area of the profession work with top executives on setting financial goals, creating strategy for acquisitions and mergers, and assessing […]
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Few jobs offer the joy that comes when you teach students with moderate disabilities. The chance to make a big impact on young lives ranks this among the most satisfying jobs in education. Massachusetts teachers who want to work in this concentration must meet selective requirements. The state’s schools rank well by both nationwide and worldwide […]
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Insights from the Girard School of Business and the School of Science and Engineering When most people think of data in relation to business continuity planning, they focus on the need to protect data in the case of an interruption in business. However, data also can play a role in making those critical plans. Data […]
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If you’re seeking a master’s degree in accounting, chances are you already work in the field or have an interest in securing employment in the field. So it’s no secret to you that the profession offers job security and strong salaries for those with a bachelor’s degree and Certified Public Accountant status. So why earn a […]
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New technology is often at the forefront of the latest data science and analytics trends. But next year, that may not be so. The real challenge now is in finding ways to leverage current technology to improve operations and getting key personnel onboard with making the change. Continued job growth in the data science field […]
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Data science and analytics have made a great impact on how companies do business, but the greatest influence may be in digital marketing.  Data-driven decision-making has revolutionized the way we understand consumers, what motivates them, what makes them tick, and what they really want. It’s led to the ability to better segment customers into demographic […]
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Professional accountants and those studying to enter the profession, already know many of the core accounting skills essential for success. They include: Mastery of those three skills alone go a long way to making a good accountant. But for those seeking a Master of Science in Accounting who aspire to leadership, being good is just the beginning. […]
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Accounting attracts people with math and technical skills, as well as those with a desire to play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records for both organizations and individuals. It’s a steady career with good pay and job growth opportunities. An Accounting Master’s Degree Program attracts a different kind of accountant. If you find yourself interested […]
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With an online Master of Education degree program, most students can complete the requirements in about 18 months. However, self-paced, competency-based programs allow students to move faster if they wish, while also allowing them to schedule school work around professional and personal obligations. With online degree programs, the time it takes to complete a degree is […]