Hello,
I've recently begun considering the field of epidemiology. I have a BS in Commerce and have been working for a bank the past 2 years doing modeling and analytics with SAS. I love the analytics, but am not sure the field and work environment are right for me.
Transitioning my current skill set to a field with opportunities to make a larger contribution to the community and do some field work/research is very appealing, hence my considering this field. I am making contact with some professionals over the next week or so to talk to them about the work.
My questions here are more pertaining to getting into a program. My background is light on the sciences, but I have taken some stats and a lot of calculus and have a proven SAS skill set. My gpa was like 3.6 or 3.7 from the University of Virginia. Is this an adequate background to get into a masters program, or would I need additional work/course experience? I would like to apply to a reputable program, like UNC, but am confused by the doctoral requirements. Also, online options would definitely be preferred so I can continue working. Thanks for any advice you can offer as to the entry barriers of this field.
I've recently begun considering the field of epidemiology. I have a BS in Commerce and have been working for a bank the past 2 years doing modeling and analytics with SAS. I love the analytics, but am not sure the field and work environment are right for me.
Transitioning my current skill set to a field with opportunities to make a larger contribution to the community and do some field work/research is very appealing, hence my considering this field. I am making contact with some professionals over the next week or so to talk to them about the work.
My questions here are more pertaining to getting into a program. My background is light on the sciences, but I have taken some stats and a lot of calculus and have a proven SAS skill set. My gpa was like 3.6 or 3.7 from the University of Virginia. Is this an adequate background to get into a masters program, or would I need additional work/course experience? I would like to apply to a reputable program, like UNC, but am confused by the doctoral requirements. Also, online options would definitely be preferred so I can continue working. Thanks for any advice you can offer as to the entry barriers of this field.
