Program Overview

Master of Science in Business Analytics

The Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) at the University of California, Riverside (UCR) is a rigorous STEM-designated program that equips students with the skills to gather, clean, visualize, analyze, and evaluate data to inform strategic decisions. This program is jointly offered by the School of Business and the Department of Statistics, leveraging the collective expertise of both fields.

Program Overview

The MSBA program explores critical analytical tools in the field, including visualization, predictive analytics and forecasting, data mining and statistical learning, decision modeling, and the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning. The program is designed to empower students to be catalysts for data-driven decision-making and create a substantial impact in today's competitive business landscape.

Concentrations

The MSBA degree curriculum offers career pathways in three distinct concentrations:

• Finance Analytics: Explore the growing specialization within business analytics by focusing on derivatives and investments as well as portfolio management.
• Marketing Analytics: Use data on demographics, consumer behavior, markets, and social media to leverage information and build a more powerful marketing strategy.
• Supply Chain Analytics: Gain insights into manufacturing, distribution, and app-based services that will guide you in making data-driven decisions to improve operational bottlenecks and optimize growth.

Program Structure

The program is structured to be completed in 9 to 15 months, offering 48 units of top-quality courses. The curriculum includes:

• 8 required core courses
• 3 elective courses for specialization
• 2 capstone courses for experiential learning

Career Options

The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 10% growth in the employment of management analysts in the United States from 2022 to 2032. Top companies that have recently hired UCR business analytics graduates include AFG International Product, Boyd Gaming, HME, Playstudios, Qualstaff Resources, ThyssenKrupp, Vibrant America, and Winsome House, Inc. Job titles obtained by UCR MSBA graduates include Analytics Manager, Business Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, Data Analyst, Data Scientist, Financial Analyst, Marketing Analyst, Operations Analyst, Product Analyst, and Supply Chain Analyst.

Benefits of UCR's MSBA Degree

• A STEM-Designated MSBA Degree: Allows international students to apply for 36 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT) to work in the United States in their field of study after graduation.
• Concurrent Practical Training: The Practicum Track provides students with the opportunity to participate in an internship experience immediately in their Master of Science in Business Analytics program.
• Launch a Fulfilling Career: UCR's Career Development works with students to achieve their career goals as they prepare for their life's next chapter by earning their master's in business analytics.
• Gain an Edge by Staying Current with Coding: UCR's Business Programming Club is a great resource for business master's students to hone or develop their coding skills.