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Data Analytics (MBA)

At a Glance

• Offered as: Master of Business Administration, Certificate
• Format: Hybrid (Online & On-Campus) or 100% Online
• Credits: MBA: 33, Certificate: 12
• Avg. Time to Completion: MBA: As little as 1 year, Certificate: 1 year
• College/School: School of Business
• Campus Location: Chester, PA

Program Overview

Through Widener's MBA in data analytics, you'll gain the project management, process innovation, and analytic expertise you need to make strategic, forward-thinking business decisions. As you tackle coursework infused with SAS and other industry-leading applications, you'll acquire the confidence and skills to:

• Prepare and visualize data
• Apply statistical techniques to solve everyday business challenges
• And communicate your findings to diverse audiences

When you serve as a data analytics expert, your evidence-based decisions will directly impact the growth of your organization—priming you for leadership roles in this fast-growing field.

Not ready to pursue a master's degree? Kickstart your career advancement with our SAS certificate. Each course counts toward the MBA program, saving you time and money when you're prepared to take the next step.

Data Analytics MBA Curriculum & Degree Options

Curriculum & Coursework Requirements

The MBA in data analytics is part of Widener's broader specialized MBA program, which offers concentrations in several industry sectors. This means you'll develop a powerful portfolio of leadership and business skills, plus the skills necessary to excel in careers relating to business intelligence and data analytics.

View the academic catalog for curriculum and coursework requirements.

Pursue the SAS Certificate

Complete the 12-credit SAS certificate and develop expertise in data visualization, data mining and warehousing, database systems, and more.

All credits from the certificate roll into Widener's MBA in data analytics. You may transition to the MBA program without submitting a GMAT score if you earn a certificate GPA of 3.3 or higher.

View the academic catalog for curriculum & coursework requirements.

Outlook & Outcomes for Data Analysts

Median Base Salary for New MBA Hires

$102,450

That's $50,000 more than those with a bachelor's degree alone.

Source: Graduate Management Admissions Council

Industry Growth

Employment of data scientists is expected to grow 35% by 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Potential Careers

• Chief data officer
• Business intelligence director
• Marketing manager
• Operations analyst
• Analytics consultant

Why Study Data Analytics at Widener?

Build a Network of Industry Insiders

Your education will extend beyond the classroom as you foster relationships with driven classmates, industry-shaping faculty, and accomplished guest speakers. By rubbing shoulders with current and future business leaders, you'll form connections that will be invaluable as you advance your career.

Learn From Powerhouse Faculty

Our faculty are seasoned professionals who know the keys to success—because they've achieved it themselves. By surrounding yourself with professors who are happy to share their expertise and provide personalized mentorship, you'll better understand what it takes to thrive at the intersection of business and data analytics.

Admissions & Aid

Admissions Information

Admissions Requirements

• Completed online application
• $35 application fee
• Personal statement (see below for prompt)
• Resume
• One letter of recommendation
• Official transcripts from all postsecondary schools attended
• Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.7

Personal Statement

Please explain why you wish to do graduate work in the field you have selected with particular emphasis on your proposed area of specialization. Please limit this essay to no more than one typewritten page.

Application Deadlines

Our business programs use a rolling admissions format, which means you can apply when it's convenient for you. We recommend you complete your application at least one month prior to the start of the semester you wish to begin. You may begin the MBA or certificate program in the fall or spring semester.

Transfer to Widener

Widener transfer applicants follow the same application process as general applicants. After you apply, our admissions team will work with you to determine whether completed undergraduate and graduate coursework will count towards foundation/core courses that can be waived or substituted.

International Admissions

Widener University serves as a "second home" for students from around the world. We are located just outside of Philadelphia and close to New York City and Washington, D.C.—offering many unique professional and personal opportunities to explore.

Want to know what it's like to be an international student on campus or need assistance navigating English proficiency requirements? We're here to help, and our international admissions director will support you through the application process. This support doesn't end with admissions—our International Student Support team will serve as a valuable resource throughout your Widener journey—meeting Visa/immigration requirements, getting acclimated to campus, and much more.

How to Apply as a Graduate International Student

• Complete your online application
• Submit your official transcripts from all college/university post-secondary institutions. A course-by-course credential evaluation completed by a NACES certified organization will be accepted if the transcript is not in the English language.
• Fulfill the English Proficiency requirements
• If you require an F-1 visa, you must provide written proof you have adequate funding available to meet the expenses incurred while studying in the United States

Financial Aid

Because Widener is a private institution, we're able to offer financial assistance that brings our education within reach for individuals who might otherwise not be able to afford it.

You might be surprised how much we are able to offer.

Applying for Financial Aid as a Graduate Student

Getting started is easy. Simply apply to Widener and submit your FAFSA to be automatically considered for scholarships and grants. "FAFSA" stands for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and helps identify whether you are eligible for aid awarded by Widener, the government, and other sources. Our school code is .

In order to receive a financial aid offer, students must meet certain eligibility requirements. Here are the general eligibility requirements for most financial aid programs:

• Must demonstrate financial need
• Be a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen
• Be enrolled or admitted for enrollment as a regular student in an eligible degree or certificate program

Paths to Savings

• 85% of Full-Time Grad Students Receive Aid

Simply apply to Widener and complete the financial aid process to be automatically considered for scholarships and grants. Because Widener is a private institution, we are able to offer financial assistance that brings our education within reach for individuals who might otherwise not be able to afford it. You might be surprised at how much we are able to offer in assistance.

Graduate Assistantships

Widener offers a limited number of graduate assistantships to enrolled students. GAs receive tuition assistance for their work. Once you're a student, contact your program director for more information.

Employer Discounts & Tuition Reimbursement

Widener University also partners with many local organizations and corporations to offer discounted tuition and other incentives to their employees. Don't see your company on the list? Ask them to become a partner. In addition, employers often offer educational reimbursement benefits. We encourage you to explore these opportunities and will be glad to provide any necessary documentation.

20% Discount for Widener Alumni

(some restrictions apply)

If you graduated with a degree from Widener, you may qualify for a 20% tuition discount. The first step to see what you qualify for is to submit your application. Widener offers students many paths to savings, and while we don't offer "double discounts", we'll make sure you'll get the biggest financial benefit you're eligible for. Only students who have completed an associate's, bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree are eligible. Students who have pursued a 4+1, 4+2, or 3+3 pathway, graduate assistantship, Widener-funded scholarship, or other tuition discount may not be eligible if the financial discount granted surpasses 20%.

Program Cost

Data Analytics MBA

$1,200 per credit 33 total credits $39,600 total cost

SAS Certificate

$1,200 per credit 12 total credits $14,400 total cost

Tuition rates are subject to change. Official costs for your first year will be determined at time of enrollment.