Program Overview

M.S. in Business Analytics

Program Overview

The Master of Science in Business Analytics from Saint Peter’s University is a comprehensive, hands-on business analytics degree that equips students with sought-after skills and hands-on experience to prepare them for a wide range of business analyst careers across various industries.

Program Goals and Learning Objectives

Through our comprehensive business analytics courses, students learn how to leverage and monetize data in managerial processes and improve decision-making to meet market needs. Explore vital areas such as strategic management, finance, advanced data analysis and visualization, and expand understanding of business analytics through real-world application.

Data Science Institute

The Data Science Institute at Saint Peter’s University offers students hands-on experience with the latest tools and technologies to acquire essential hands-on experience.

Faculty & Administration

Our dedicated, expert faculty share real-world insights throughout business analytics courses, providing students with practical knowledge and skills valued by employers.

Admission Requirements

• No coding experience is required for admission.
• Students without a coding background will learn the fundamentals of Python programming and receive hands-on training with popular business analytics tools such as Office 365, Power BI, and Tableau.

Courses

• AI fundamentals with IBM-digital badge
• Hands-on experience with PowerBI and Tableau data visualization
• Healthcare analytics with digital badge by Credly
• AI-concentration option

Curriculum

The Master of Science in Business Analytics program at Saint Peter’s University offers numerous unique courses, designed to provide students with valuable insights that may not be able to take advantage of elsewhere.

Program Format and Duration

• Course Format: 100 percent online or hybrid
• Two courses (six credits) per trimester, trimesters are 11-weeks
• Program Duration: 30 credits (15–18 months, depending upon student’s pace)
• Calendar: Start dates in Fall (September), Winter (December), Spring (March) and Summer 1 (May) trimesters

Career Opportunities

The Master of Science in Business Analytics from Saint Peter’s University opens doors to new possibilities in a rapidly growing field. In fact, business analytics is among the fastest-growing career paths in the United States, driven by advancements in smart data discovery, machine learning, and automation.

• Data analyst
• Business analyst
• Data scientist
• Analytics manager
• Financial analyst
• Operations research analyst
• Risk analyst
• Supply chain analyst
• Market research analyst
• Business intelligence analyst

Pursuing a Second Master’s Degree

Expand expertise and elevate career with a second master’s degree from Saint Peter’s University. Students who have already completed a graduate degree are eligible to pursue a second master’s in Data Science, Business Analytics, Cyber Security, Marketing Science, or the MBA.