November 28, 2024 Posted in: Academics, CAS, Community, GRS, Student Profiles, Students
Student Success Stories : Vajinder Kaur
Vajinder Kaur, from India is expected to complete her master's in Statistical Practice in August 2025. We sat down with Vajinder to take a deep dive into her journey and give her advice to fellow GRS students in this exclusive Q&A session. What initially drew you to this field?…
November 21, 2024 Posted in: Academics, CAS, Features, GRS, Impact, Programs
Dive Deep with the MSSP Statistics Practicum: Real-World Experience Sets You Apart
When it comes to the Master's in Statistical Practice (MSSP) program at Boston University, one element consistently tops the list of what makes it unique: the Statistics Practicum. In the Practicum you begin statistical practice a few weeks after the first day of classes. Get Your Hands Dirty with Real…
November 19, 2024 Posted in: Academics, CAS, GRS, Programs
5 Reasons to Choose BU’s MSSP Program: Your Path to Statistical Excellence
Statistical Practice (MSSP) program offers a unique blend of rigorous academics and real-world experience. Here are five compelling reasons why you should consider choosing BU's MSSP: 1. Real-World Experience Through the Statistics Practicum The MSSP program's cornerstone is the Statistics Practicum. This immersive experience allows you to work on real-world…
October 24, 2024 Posted in: GRS, Student Profiles
Student Success Stories : Nilay Jain
Nilay Jain, from India is expected to complete his master's in Artificial Intelligence in May 2025. We sat down with Nilay to take a deep dive into his journey and give his advice to fellow GRS students in this exclusive Q&A session. What initially drew you to this field?…
October 17, 2024 Posted in: Features, GRS, Student Profiles
MSSP Feature with Annika Balk
Annika Balk, from New York, United States is expected to complete her master’s in Statistical Practice in May 2025. We sat down with Annika to take a deep dive into her journey and give her advice to fellow GRS students in this exclusive Q&A session. What initially drew you…
August 19, 2024 Posted in: Academics, Alumni, CAS, GRS, Student Profiles, Students
Behind the Scenes to Success with MA in Global Development Economics Alum
Rosa (Yuxin) He, from Xi’an, Shaanxi, China, is expected to complete her master’s in Global Development Economics in January 2025. We sat down with Rosa to take a deep dive into her journey and give her advice to fellow GRS students in this exclusive Q&A session. What…
August 16, 2024 Posted in: Academics, Alumni, Community, GRS, Student Profiles, Students
Behind the Scenes to Success with MA in Economics Alum
Linjing He, from China, completed her MA in Economics (now changed to be MS in Quantitative Economics) in August 2024. She is currently working remotely at Witness to Mass Incarceration Inc. as their economic development intern. We sat down with Linjing to take a deep dive into her journey and…
August 15, 2024 Posted in: Alumni, Community, GRS, Students
Behind the Scenes to Success with MA in Development Economics Alum
Henry Schneider, from Louisiana, United States, completed his MA in Global Development Economics in January 2024 and took coding and data science extension courses at Harvard in Spring 2024. He is currently working part-time as a tutor and a research assistant at Boston University. We sat down with Henry to…
August 6, 2024 Posted in: Academics, Alumni, Community, GRS, Student Profiles, Students
Behind the Scenes to Success with a MS in CS Alum
Abhishek Malakar, from Mumbai, India, completed his MS in Computer Science in January 2024. He is currently working at OpenGov Inc. as a software engineer after months of searching and interviewing. We sat down with Abhishek to take a deep dive into his journey and get his advice to fellow…
July 31, 2024 Posted in: CAS, Community, GRS