| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-08-01 | - |
| 2024-10-01 | - |
| 2024-12-01 | - |
| 2025-03-01 | - |
| 2025-05-01 | - |
Program Overview
Nova Southeastern University's STEM-designated Business Intelligence/Analytics MBA empowers learners to leverage data for strategic decision-making. Graduates develop expertise in data management, analytics, and communication, enabling them to extract insights, optimize operations, and drive business success. The program includes core MBA courses and specialized courses in business intelligence and analytics, preparing students for careers as Data Modeling Analysts, Business Intelligence Directors, and Business Analytics Directors.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
Nova Southeastern University's Business Intelligence/Analytics MBA is a STEM-designated program designed to meet the growing demand for data-informed decision-makers. It empowers learners to identify, transform, and communicate data to drive strategic choices, reduce costs, optimize operations, and secure business wins.
Objectives:
Graduates of this program will:
- Cultivate a deep understanding of data analytics principles, techniques, and applications within various business contexts
- Develop expertise in data management, data mining, and predictive analytics methodologies
- Master critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills to extract valuable insights from complex datasets
- Enhance their communication abilities to present data findings effectively to stakeholders
- Gain a comprehensive grasp of business intelligence tools, technologies, and industry best practices
Outline:
Program Content:
Core Courses (22–31 credits):
- Introductory Accounting
- Accounting for Decision Makers
- Business Finance
- Financial Management
- Information Strategy for Digital Transformation
- Developing Academic and Career Success
- Managing Organizational Behavior in a Dynamic and Complex World
- Applying Strategy for Managers
- Marketing Decisions for Managers
- Foundations of Business Statistics
- Analytical Modeling for Decision Making
Business Intelligence/Analytics Major Courses (15 credits):
- Digital Transformation and Analytics Strategy
- Data Management and Business Intelligence
- Data Mining and Predictive Analytics Fundamentals
- Business Intelligence Analytics Lab
- Open elective course in HCBE (excluding CHS, ISEC, MSIT, and MMIS prefixes)
Note:
Course waivers may be granted at the discretion of the department chair or designee. Waivers are considered when an equivalent course with a grade of C or higher was completed within the past 10 years. Students must take MGT 5001 in their first term.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
- Data Modeling Analyst
- Business Intelligence Director
- Business Analytics Director
Earnings:
- Data Modeling Analyst: $101,144 average salary per year
- Business Intelligence Director: $158,073 average salary per year
- Business Analytics Director: $148,270 average salary per year