Master of Science in Business Analytics
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| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Master of Science in Business Analytics
The Master of Science in Business Analytics (M.S. BANA) prepares students for a successful career in the fast-growing field of business analytics. Students complete a rigorous program with an emphasis on the 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 solve business problems for data-driven decision making.
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 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
Degree Requirements
Required Courses (18 units)
- BANA 607 Introduction to Business Analytics (3)
- BANA 610 Visualization and Communication for Business (3)
- BANA 614 Database Management for Business (3)
- BANA 620 Data Mining and Predictive Analytics for Business (3)
- BANA 622 Programming for Business Analytics (3)
- BANA 630 Prescriptive Analytics for Business (3)
Electives (9 units, at least 3 units from the BANA courses)
- BANA 640 Supply Chain Analytics (3)
- BANA 650 Health Care Analytics (3)
- BANA 690 A-Z Selected Topics for Business Analytics (3)
- GBUS 690 A-Z Selected Topics for Graduate Business Insights (3)
- MKT 656 Marketing Analytics (3)
Culminating Graduate Project (3 units)
- BANA 698 Culminating Graduate Project
Total Units Required: 30
Degree Roadmap
Sample Course Schedule
| BANA 607 Introduction to Business Analytics | BANA 610 Visualization and Communication for Business | BANA 614 Database Management for Business
| BANA 620 Data Mining and Predictive Analytics for Business | BANA 622 Programming for Business Analytics | One Elective (if needed)
| BANA 630 Prescriptive Analytics for Business | One or Two Electives |
| BANA 698 Culminating Graduate Project | One or Two Electives |
Additional Opportunities
- Graduate Assistants (GA) Positions: If admitted to this program, students can apply for paid GA positions across campus.
- Scholarship Opportunities: The university Scholarship Office is available to answer scholarship questions.
- Financial Aid: If admitted to this program, students may be eligible for Financial Aid.
- Tuition & Fees: Information on tuition and fees is available.
