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M.S. in Applied Analytics Alumni Panel and Reception

Rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics are transforming how organizations operate and make decisions. As demand grows for professionals who can harness AI and translate complex data into actionable insights, leaders with strong analytical and strategic skills are increasingly essential.

Join us for an Alumni Panel to explore how Columbia University’s M.S. in Applied Analytics prepares graduates to meet this demand by combining technical expertise, practical experience, and leadership skills. The evening will begin with a brief overview of the program’s curriculum led by a faculty member. This will be followed by an alumni panel featuring graduates working at the intersection of AI, data analytics, and business strategy in industries such as technology and financial services. Panelists will share how the program has shaped their careers and offer perspectives on how organizations are leveraging AI and data-driven insights to address real-world challenges and drive strategic decisions.

Following the panel, attendees are invited to connect with alumni, admissions representatives, and fellow prospective students. The networking reception will provide an opportunity to exchange ideas, share experiences, and build connections within Columbia’s Applied Analytics community.

Event Timeline:

  • 6:00pm: Doors Open

  • 6:15pm: Program Overview

  • 6:30pm: Alumni Panel Discussion

  • 7:15pm: Networking Reception

  • 7:45pm: Event Concludes

Additional Speakers

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Tonix Alejo

'20SPS; AI for Good Lead at AWS

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Sneha Dillybabu

‘23SPS; Senior Solutions Engineer at Databricks

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Barry Feng

‘23SPS; Associate Director - AI Model Developer at UBS

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Aruna Krishnan

‘23SPS; Senior Analyst at Goldman Sachs