04 Your journey continues here

“It was daunting to enter the MMA program without any technical skills or experience in the data field. Thankfully, the basic introduction to coding helped me get up to speed. The program is structured so that students with diverse backgrounds—in my case, physical and health education—can quickly build a marketable skill set with enough hard work. After learning to use a wide variety of software and programs, I now have a toolbox of specialized skills to bring to the table. You don’t just dip your toes into analytics through the MMA program. You dive deeper into every possibility.”

→ Thara Dawoodjee, MMA ‘20

Bell Manager, Operational Strategy B.Ed., Physical and Health Education

“I chose the MMA program because I was looking for tools to apply my background in mathematics in real-world situations. Without a doubt, the program delivered. The definite highlight was the opportunity to partner with a startup for my consulting project. Throughout the year, I learned to work with stakeholders from different disciplines and backgrounds. I learned that being a data analyst is just as much about communication and strategy as it is about coding. Not many programs provide this level of practical experience. I graduated with the right blend of skills to stand out from the pack and land a job as a data analytics analyst at a leading technology and media company.”

→ Junfeng Yang, MMA ‘19

Bloomberg LP Dividend Forecasting Data Analyst B.Sc., Mathematics

“The MMA program provided a smooth transition from my undergraduate degree to the workforce. Through the consultancy project, I learned how to interact with C-suite leaders and collaborate well on a team. It was especially rewarding for my classmates and me to apply the skills we learned in the classroom in a practical setting. The multi-disciplinary nature of the program equipped us with the right mix of technical and business skills to translate data into real impact. After graduation, the same client I worked for as a consultant offered me a job. Thanks to the MMA, I entered the workforce with confidence.”

→ Tamar Bulka, MMA ‘20

Allianz Euler Hermes Regional RICC Data Analyst B.A. & B.Sc., Computer Science & Economics

“While working in finance, I developed a strong interest in analytics when I realized how much of my work could be automated and optimized. The MMA program provided the specific skills I needed to take my career in a new direction. Gaining proficiency in the areas of technology, business, and statistics paid off when I found a job as a senior data scientist at a major telecommunications firm after graduation. Now I’m building tools that more than 300 colleagues are using on a daily basis. I’m grateful to the MMA for equipping me to lead in a field that matters."

→ Ramy Hammam, MMA ‘20

Rogers Communications Senior Data Scientist B.Sc., Finance