Master of Science in Business Analytics

Today's complex global business world relies on data as the key to organizational success through informed decision-making. Because data is one of the most valuable assets for company operations in nearly every industry, enterprises need next-generation decision-makers with advanced training in analytics tools and methods who understand how to harness the potential of data and turn it into valuable business insights. The MS in Business Analytics will prepare you to become that decision-maker who can utilize data to optimize and change the business landscape.
As new technology broadens our access to user data and behavior, industries in all sectorsfrom retail and manufacturing to finance and accounting, and sports and entertainment to medicine and educationhave all adopted analytics as a core business practice. Whether you work at a for-profit or non-profit organization or in government, the skills and ability to interpret and utilize analytics are in high demand.

The Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) is designed to address the growing need for skilled professionals who can apply data analytics to solve business challenges. The curriculum focuses on the use of advanced quantitative and analytical tools that can be applied in the specific areas of human resources, management, marketing, strategic management, operations, financial services, and other areas. Students will be provided with the fundamental approaches, methods, and analytical toolkits of data analytics, decision sciences, applied operational research, and statistics needed to effectively leverage data to solve business challenges.

Graduates of this program can work in a variety of industries, including transportation, energy, finance, manufacturing, healthcare, public administration, and professional, technical, and scientific services.

Successful completion of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution. A wide variety of academic backgrounds will be considered for admission. If your degree is in progress, you can still apply for admission. An undergraduate degree in business analytics or related field is not required, however, the MS in Business Analytics has three prerequisites:
At least two college-level mathematics courses, including statistics
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) is typically required for admission. Candidates with an undergraduate GPA below a 3.0 will be considered on a case-by-case basis based on GMAT test scores or professional experience.
GMAT (or GRE) or request for a waiver of the GMAT. Reference the GMAT Waiver Form found on the Graduate Admissions web page (Graduate Admission Process).

IELTS, 6.0 - TOEFL 74.