Science & Engineering
Merrimack offers three pathways for students interested in a career in product management. Learn which option is right for your professional and personal goals. Product Management is an in-demand field where every aspect of a product’s life cycle is conducted. Merrimack College offers three different pathways for students looking to enter or advance into the […]
Both computer science and data science are essential in the modern workforce. While there are similarities, the differences between the two are significant enough for professionals aspiring to either discipline to understand how they diverge to choose a career that best suits their talents and interests. In general, earning a graduate degree in computer science opens the […]
Front-end engineers focus their software design and development skills on the user interface elements of a website or application. With their extensive knowledge in computer science, they ensure these elements are user-friendly and function properly. Developing well-functioning user interface elements involves issues such as site loading speed, security, coding, and overall efficiency and ease of […]
Paulo Fernandes, Program Director for the online MS in Computer Science at Merrimack College explains why we still need good software developers despite software like ChatGPT rising in popularity. What is ChatGPT and How Does it Work? ChatGPT stands for Generative Pre-trained Transformer. Most smartphones have similar software in their messaging platforms and will suggest the next word […]
Product management provides an example of how traditional engineering disciplines have evolved, requiring team leaders in engineering to develop business, leadership, and technical skills. In the case of product management, professionals learn the best practices for managing people working on complex projects. Building a career in this unique field requires an education that focuses on […]
Product management is an evolving career field within engineering management. Steeped in Agile and Lean methodologies, product managers can quickly learn the tools and techniques that support the efficient development of new products. However, it’s also crucial to understand the principles of product management that lead to success. Product management is a career that continues […]
If you are interested in computers and proficient in working with software, becoming a software engineer sounds like an attractive career choice. But many prospective students ask: What does a software engineer do on a daily basis? As with most professions, the answer depends on the software engineer’s company and job description. However, there are […]
Big Data is a defining characteristic of our post-industrial society. According to the World Economic Forum 2020 Jobs Report, data science and analytics are now the most in-demand, future-focused occupations. What, however, differentiates a data scientist vs. a data analyst career path? While the trajectories are similar for data science and data analytics, they diverge in significant […]
Java ranks among the most used programming languages, along with Python, SQL, and Ruby. Most software engineers are proficient in at least one of these languages. Many prefer Java because it’s platform agnostic and comes with strong security protocols. Merrimack College offers software engineers the opportunity to learn Java as part of the school’s online […]
Insights from the School of Science and Engineering Prior to 2020, finding a vaccine for a new disease took years to develop. And that’s on the fast track. But all this has changed in the age of COVID-19. Data analytics and vaccine development have met their moment. “Ushering a vaccine through rigorous testing protocols and regulatory approvals is not […]