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December 12, 2018
Technological innovation is often what inspires people to pursue a career in business analytics. That’s understandable. It’s a constantly evolving, fascinating field with the potential to revolutionize how organizations are […]
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December 3, 2018
When it comes to holiday shopping, Americans continue to increase their spending. Since 2002, shoppers in the United States have spent more in the current year than in the last. […]
A closeup of hands using a tablet with line graphs, bar charts, and other data related drawings above the screen.
November 30, 2018
If you are interested in pursuing a graduate-level degree in data science or business analytics, it’s beneficial to be aware of emerging big data trends. For those working in data […]
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November 28, 2018
Supply chains generate enormous amounts of data. Innovative companies like Amazon have been trailblazers in turning that data into actionable insights. The Seattle-based company provides perhaps the best-known example of […]
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November 21, 2018
The accounting graduate degree’s inaugural session begins January 21, 2019. NORTH ANDOVER — Merrimack College is launching its new online master of science in accounting (MSA online) program, with classes starting […]
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October 23, 2018
In a state filled with well-known institutions of higher learning, Merrimack College still stands out with a unique history and approach to education.  Formed in 1947, Merrimack College has a well-deserved reputation for […]
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October 16, 2018
Many advantages for teachers who choose to take online courses apply to every profession. But some of the key elements – particularly flexibility and the chance to earn a degree […]
A teacher smiles at a student who is working on a laptop in a classroom.
October 5, 2018
In many professions, it’s easy to overstate the importance of the job. But in the case of our educators, it’s more likely that people will underestimate the importance of teachers in […]
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October 3, 2018
Media reports around technology and data science are sometimes a blizzard of hyperbole, exaggeration and “pie in the sky” predictions. For example, weren’t drones going to deliver every package to our […]
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September 25, 2018
Merrimack College officials recently culminated a plan launched earlier this decade to move the school’s sports team into the highest level of collegiate competition. In four years, Merrimack’s sports teams […]