u/kcshen27

Hey everyone.

I'm currently pursuing my MSc in Data Analytics, and hold a Bachelors degree in Mathematics from a good school as well. From the interviews that I have done, I have come to the understanding that Data Science/Analytics is more of a skill than a specific career path, and the business acumen and real world problem solving ability is what companies are looking for.

Given my educational background, I've sort of "doubled down" on the analytical aspect with my Math undergrad and analytics postgrad, leaving my business acumen at a far lower level. I'm currently struggling to land a role even with prior internship experience (although it was in 2022), a current gig at a local company, and consistent work on side projects.

Any sort of advice on how to acquire more business acumen would be greatly appreciated. I am interested in finance and NLP, though any other niche works as well. Just want to get my foot in the door!

Hey everyone.

I'm currently pursuing my MSc in Data Analytics, and hold a Bachelors degree in Mathematics from a good school as well. From the interviews that I have done, I have come to the understanding that Data Science/Analytics is more of a skill than a specific career path, and the business acumen and real world problem solving ability is what companies are looking for.

Given my educational background, I've sort of "doubled down" on the analytical aspect with my Math undergrad and analytics postgrad, leaving my business acumen at a far lower level. I'm currently struggling to land a role even with prior internship experience (although it was in 2022), a current gig at a local company, and consistent work on side projects.

Any sort of advice on how to acquire more business acumen would be greatly appreciated. I am interested in finance and NLP, though any other niche works as well. Just want to get my foot in the door!

Hey everyone.

I'm currently pursuing my MSc in Data Analytics, and hold a Bachelors degree in Mathematics from a good school as well. From the interviews that I have done, I have come to the understanding that Data Science/Analytics is more of a skill than a specific career path, and the business acumen and real world problem solving ability is what companies are looking for.

Given my educational background, I've sort of "doubled down" on the analytical aspect with my Math undergrad and analytics postgrad, leaving my business acumen at a far lower level. I'm currently struggling to land a role even with prior internship experience (although it was in 2022), a current gig at a local company, and consistent work on side projects.

Any sort of advice on how to acquire more business acumen would be greatly appreciated. I am interested in finance and NLP, though any other niche works as well. Just want to get my foot in the door!