MA/MS in Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods

The Master of Science in Business Analytics is a STEM-designated graduate degree offered by the School of Business and Society. Students can take it on campus or online. The curriculum centers on using data, statistical methods and technology to address business problems and guide decisions. It emphasizes information systems, statistics, big data, and predictive and prescriptive analysis, along with emerging technologies. Business courses are combined with training in geographic information systems, management information systems and information technology, giving students a broad view of the discipline. The aim is to build both business judgment and analytical skill, so graduates can interpret large data sets and turn them into insight for organizations of any size. The degree sits within the university's business school and is intended for students who want to work with data in a professional setting.