Analytics stack track

Your gateway to a high-impact career in analytics.

Courses start September 2025.

The world runs on data—are you ready to lead in analytics?

At Northeastern University, our Analytics Stack Track offers a flexible and modular path to an advanced degree in analytics, providing the skills needed to make data-driven decisions in today's fast-evolving industries.

Whether you're looking to specialize in Data Analytics Engineering, Healthcare Analytics, or Business Analytics, our flexible approach allows you to build a strong analytics foundation before choosing the path that best aligns with your career goals.

• Industry-Aligned Curriculum: Developed in collaboration with leading industry partners to ensure real-world relevance.
• 100% Online & Flexible: Learn from anywhere with courses designed for busy professionals.
• Performance-Based Admissions: Crendialize your experience by gaining admission through core coursework.
• Powerful Career Outcomes: Graduates from our analytics programs work at top organizations across healthcare, finance, technology, and beyond.

One core foundation, three powerful paths

Our programs are designed with a shared core curriculum that ensures every learner builds essential analytics expertise before selecting a specialization. You'll start with fundamental courses in analytics and data science, then decide which of the three degrees fits your professional aspirations:

• Online Master of Science in Data Analytics Engineering: Designed for technical professionals seeking expertise in data engineering, predictive modeling, and machine learning.
• Online Master of Science in Health Data Analytics: Ideal for those looking to apply data-driven decision-making in healthcare, medical research, and patient care optimization.
• Online Master of Science in Business Analytics: Tailored for professionals aiming to leverage data insights in business strategy, finance, and operations.

Not ready for a full master's degree?

The Analytics Stack Track is a flexible, affordable way to earn your online analytics master’s degree at Northeastern—starting with a valuable credential at a reduced cost.

How it works:

Begin with the Online Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics, which covers the full analytics core required for three master’s programs:

• Online MS in Business Analytics
• Online MS in Data Analytics Engineering
• Online MS in Health Data Analytics

After completing the certificate, seamlessly apply your credits toward a master’s degree. Leverage earning your certificate while continuing into the master's program.

As an Analytics Stack Track learner, you’ll pay just $328 per credit for the certificate—significantly lowering the total cost of your master’s degree.