Data Analytics and Computation 691S - S-Innovations/Social Data Sci

This seminar series offers an exploration of the possibilities of data-driven innovation in the social sciences and other industries. It is intended to help participants think about looking at data differently - to spark different perspectives on ways to see, interpret, and use information. Guest speakers will include UMass alumni/ae and others representing a wide range of public- and private-sector and non-profit organizations in fields such as Politics, Health, Tech, Environment, Education and Social Services, Marketing and Communications, and Finance/Economics.

Course is offered on a pass/fail basis only. To receive credit for the course, attendance on the following dates is MANDATORY: January 28, February 11, February 25, March 11, March 25, April 8, April 22.