Biodiversity Data Analytics

Where Nature Meets Numbers 

Transforming biodiversity data into solutions for a sustainable future.

The Master of Science in Biodiversity Data Analytics program at Columbia University equips a new generation of decision-makers with the data literacy, analytical tools, and interdisciplinary skills needed to drive effective, evidence-based decisions that benefit both people and nature.

We are witnessing a revolution in the demand for nature data from across sectors of the economy, including nonprofit, business, investment, insurance, and engineering. Demand for skilled professionals in this area is expected to continue rising as the world places more emphasis on environmental sustainability and conservation efforts. The M.S. in Biodiversity Data Analytics program is designed to accommodate emerging trends in the field and incorporate new methods, techniques, and schools of thought pertaining to the collection and application of nature data across sectors.

Students will gain mastery over the use of open-source tools and real-world data to generate actionable insights; learn to translate nature data into policy, financial, and management strategies; and operate across diverse fields—from ESG finance to environmental and urban planning to environmental consulting.

With its flexible online format, accessible to learners worldwide and designed for both working professionals and early-career changemakers, the M.S. in Biodiversity Data Analytics program is perfect for individuals with a passion for the natural world who want to leverage their existing or future position in the workforce and newly gained biodiversity data analytics literacy to improve decision-making.