Program Overview

Online Master of Science in Analytics

The Online Master of Science in Analytics program at Louisiana State University is designed to prepare students for careers in data-driven decision making. The program is offered through the E. J. Ourso College of Business and is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

Program Overview

The Master of Science in Analytics program is a 36-credit hour program that can be completed in as little as 12 months. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of analytics techniques and technologies, as well as the business acumen to apply them in various industries.

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the program, applicants must have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution, a minimum GPA of 3.0, and official transcripts of all previous college or university work. Applicants may also be required to submit a professional resume, a statement of purpose, and GRE or GMAT scores.

Curriculum

The program curriculum includes courses in descriptive analytics, predictive analytics, analytics methods, visual analytics, and advanced statistical analysis. Students will also complete a practicum course that provides hands-on experience in applying analytics techniques to real-world problems.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program will be prepared for careers in data analysis, business intelligence, and operations research. Potential job titles include data analyst, data scientist, management analyst, and operations research analyst.

Equipment Requirements

Students in the program will need a laptop with a Windows operating system, a 4-core processor, 16 GB of RAM, and a 500 GB hard drive. Apple systems are not recommended, as all software used in the program requires a Windows operating system.

Accreditation

The Online Master of Science in Analytics program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

What Will I Learn?

Students in the program will learn about structured query language (SQL), business forecasting and applications, multivariate statistics, operations research, clustering and data-mining, design of experiments, predictive modeling, and visualization techniques.

Why Choose This Program?

The Online Master of Science in Analytics program at Louisiana State University is a designated STEM degree that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of analytics techniques and technologies. The program is designed to prepare students for careers in data-driven decision making and is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

Cost

The total cost of the program is $31,212, which includes tuition and fees. Financial aid is available to eligible students, and students may also be eligible for credit for prior learning or employer tuition reimbursement.

Course Listings

The program includes the following courses:

• ISDS 7301: Descriptive Analytics
• ISDS 7302: Predictive Analytics
• ISDS 7303: Analytics Methods
• ISDS 7304: Visual Analytics
• ISDS 7070: Advanced Business Problems - Python
• ISDS 7510: Database Management
• ISDS 7024: Advanced Statistical Analysis
• ISDS 7103: Survey of Operations Research – Stochastic Methods
• ISDS 7075: Ind Readings - Business Forecasting & Applications
• ISDS 7990: Practicum
• ISDS 7070: Practicum
• ELECTIVES: Choose ONE from BADM 7050/BADM 7401/BADM 7402/BADM 7403

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: Will my degree say LSU Online?
  • A: No, upon program completion, you will receive the same diploma as your on-campus peers.
• Q: Do I ever need to appear at the LSU campus for LSU Online programs?
  • A: No, you do not. LSU Online programs are 100% online and require no on-campus appearance.
• Q: How do I find out who my advisor and/or class instructor is?
  • A: Your advisor will be assigned by your department. Feel free to contact your department for specifics as to who your instructor will be for a class.
• Q: Is financial aid available for online students?
  • A: Yes, students in an LSU Online graduate program may be eligible for financial aid.
• Q: Is the Master of Science in Analytics from LSU fully accredited?
  • A: Yes, the Master of Science in Analytics is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
• Q: Do I have to pay the full tuition upfront?
  • A: No, you pay as you go for each course you're registered in for the term.