Program Overview

Business Analytics (Master of Science)

The Master of Science in Business Analytics (MS-BA) program at Creighton University is designed to prepare students as business analysts, using their analytical skills to turn data into actionable insights. This online program centers around three central ideas: managing data from a variety of sources, using analytical tools to gain insights from that data, and effectively communicating results to decision-makers within an organization.

Program Details

The online master's degree program in business analytics provides practical knowledge in descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics, data visualization and modeling, machine learning, database management, and more. Students will learn to analyze data, solve complex problems, and drive decision-making processes.

Program Goals and Curriculum

The program focuses on using analytics to improve business decision-making, with courses covering:

• Data Visual Analysis and Visualization
• Database Management Systems
• Ethics for Data Analysts
• Machine Learning
• Applications of Optimization Modeling To earn this degree, students must complete 33 credits. The remaining credits required for the degree can be completed as electives in business analytics or in the MBA. Students can take a maximum of 6 credits in the MBA, and the remaining courses must be Business Analytics courses.

STEM-Designated Degree

The MS in Business Analytics is a STEM-designated degree by the U.S. government. This designation allows international students on an F-1 visa to work in the U.S. for up to three years without needing sponsorship after completion of this degree.

Faculty

The MS Business Analytics faculty is an essential part of the learning team, striving to help students achieve their best. The faculty consists of experienced experts with a proven track record of fostering student success.

Dual Degree and Certificate Options

Creighton University offers a dual master's degree program to graduate students who are interested in earning their MBA and MS in Business Analytics simultaneously. The university also offers a Business Analytics Graduate Certificate program, which provides an opportunity to expand skills through a 15-credit program.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to the MS in Business Analytics program, applicants must:

• Complete an application
• Possess a bachelor's degree with a 3.0 GPA or higher
• Provide official transcripts from all educational institutions attended
• Include a resume or curriculum vitae
• Submit a personal statement
• Submit two letters of recommendation from persons other than friends or family members
• Provide a GMAT score, if required International students are welcomed into this program, provided they complete it from their country of residence. International applicants must meet English language proficiency requirements and provide evaluations of all transcripts from a NACES-accredited agency.

Tuition and Financial Aid

Tuition rates change in the fall of each year. Financial aid is available to help make graduate studies at Creighton University more affordable. Students are encouraged to file the FAFSA to apply for financial assistance and to apply for available graduate student scholarships and fellowships.

Related Programs

Related programs include the Master of Business Administration (MBA) and the Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics.