Master of Science in Business Analytics

The Master of Science in Business Analytics (M.S. BANA) prepares students for a successful career in a very fast-growing field of business analytics. Students complete a rigorous program with an emphasis on development of substantive business analytics knowledge and its practical application as well as critical thinking and communication skills. Students will be equipped with the graduate-level knowledge and skills to business problems for data driven decision making.
A two-year, full-time cohort STEM program with a 30-unit hands-on curriculum, conducted in-person in the evenings
Designed to equip you with the graduate-level knowledge and skills for data driven decision making by placing strong emphasis on descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics in a balanced manner, along with necessary tools and applications
Developed for individuals who want to pursue and advance business analytics career opportunities

Minimum MS BANA admission requirements:

Academic Performance

Bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Good standing with the last college or university attended:

Overall GPA of 2.75 or higher, or
GPA of 2.75 or higher in the last 60 semester/90 quarter units

Completion of a statistics course or Business Analytics Foundation (SOM 591) at CSUN with a “C” or higher; or the program director’s consent based on work experience in business analytics.

IELTS Academic - International English Language Test System: 6.5

PTE Academic - Pearson’s Test of English: 58

TOEFL - Test of English as a Foreign Language: Internet Based score: 80; Paper-based score: 550

iTEP Academic - International Test of English Proficiency: 4.0

DET – Duolingo English Test: 105

Application deadline for Fall term is May 31st , Spring term is Oct 31st.