Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master of Science in Business Analytics (M.S. BANA) is a rigorous program that prepares students for a successful career in the fast-growing field of business analytics. The program emphasizes the development of substantive business analytics knowledge and its practical application, as well as critical thinking and communication skills.

Program Highlights

• A two-year, full-time cohort STEM program with a 30-unit hands-on curriculum, conducted in-person in the evenings
  • Designed to equip students with graduate-level knowledge and skills for data-driven decision-making
  • Places a 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

Career Opportunities

The field of business analytics is experiencing a shortage of job candidates with the required skill set, leading to an increase in potential employment opportunities. Key statistics include:

• Around half a million unique job postings in the United States that have mentioned "business analytics" or "data analytics" as a required skill set
• 70% of these job postings require a Bachelor's degree, while 30% require a Master's degree
• Advertised job salaries range from $75,000 to $105,000, depending on the required skill set, degree, and job title
• Positions requiring a Master's degree pay $6,000 more than those asking for a Bachelor's degree
• Job titles include:
  • Data Scientists
  • Data Analysts
  • Analytics Managers
  • Business Analysts
  • Data Analytics Managers
  • Analysts/Managers
  • Data Engineers
  • Software Engineers
  • Business Intelligence Analysts