Program Overview

Introduction to LeBow College of Business

The Drexel LeBow College of Business offers a range of academic programs designed to provide students with a comprehensive business education. The college is committed to delivering high-quality programs that prepare students for success in their chosen careers.

Academic Programs

The college offers various undergraduate and graduate programs, including:

• BS Business Administration
• BS Business & Engineering
• Economics Degrees
• Entrepreneurship Degrees
• Full-Time MBA
• Part-Time MBA
• Online MBA
• Executive MBA
• Executive Doctorate (DBA)
• Master's programs in Accounting, Business Analytics, Business Information Technology, Economics, Economics & Data Science, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Health Administration (MHA), Marketing, and Sport Business
• Certificate Programs
• Doctorate programs in Business and Economics

Certificate in Predictive Business Analytics

The Drexel LeBow Certificate in Predictive Business Analytics provides students with knowledge of programming, decision models, and statistical techniques essential for unlocking patterns and trends from data. The certificate is comprised of four three-credit courses:

• MIS 636: Python Programming for Business Applications
• OPR 601: Managerial Decision Models and Simulation
• STAT 610: Statistics for Business Analytics
• STAT 642: Data Mining for Business Analytics

Total Credits: 12

Predictive Business Analytics Certificate Requirements

The certificate program is available to applicants possessing an earned bachelor's degree from a fully accredited university or college. The program is designed to permit qualified candidates the opportunity to update their skills in a professional field of specialization in which they have had previous academic experience, or to acquire competence in an area of business analytics.

Predictive Analytics Certificate Admissions Requirements

To be considered for admission to the certificate program, applicants must submit:

• A completed application
• A four-year bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or an equivalent international institution
• Official final transcripts from all colleges attended
• One letter of recommendation
• Essay/Statement of Purpose
• Current résumé
• Additional requirements may apply for international students

Faculty and Research

The college has a strong faculty with expertise in various areas of business, including accounting, business law, decision sciences, finance, general business, health administration, management, marketing, and sport business. The faculty is committed to conducting cutting-edge research that informs business practice and policy.

Centers and Institutes

The college is home to several centers and institutes, including:

• Baiada Institute for Entrepreneurship
• Center for Alternative Investments
• Center for Applied AI and Business Analytics
• Center for Global Policy Analysis
• Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning
• Center for Research Excellence
• Gupta Governance Institute
• Henderson Real Estate Institute

Companies and Careers

The college has strong connections with companies and organizations, providing students with opportunities for career advancement and professional development. The college offers various resources and services to support students in their career pursuits, including career advising, career landings, and career hiring outlook.