M.S. in Business Analytics Curriculum

Masters of Science in Business Analytics

The Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) is designed for students who have an interest in quantitative methods, exploring and uncovering relationships through data analysis, using the data to solve business problems, and want to enter a career in business analytics. The MSBA is also ideal for MBA students seeking a quantitative second degree.

Graduates will be prepared to influence decision-making, strategy and operations with fact-based insights and an in-depth understanding of business performance analysis from a systems view – using statistical and quantitative analysis of data as well as explanatory and predictive modeling. The program draws on the following areas of business intelligence: statistics, operations research, mathematical modeling and management information systems to access and create databases that support the other areas.

• The program is delivered online
• 45 credit, part-time program that can completed in two years
• Classes begin in the fall quarter*

Program Requirements

Applications received and completed two months before the start of the academic quarter can be processed in time for an admission decision.

The admission committee will evaluate your candidacy based on test scores and undergraduate GPA, with some consideration given for work experience. Particular attention is paid to grades achieved in quantitative-based coursework. Work experience is preferred and will enhance the composite admission score, but is not mandatory. GMAT is required, and the score must demonstrate a high-level of quantitative and analytical ability. The average TOEFL score usually exceeds 90.

Please contact Drexel LeBow’s Graduate Admissions Office directly with any questions concerning required entrance exams (such as the GMAT), evaluation of undergraduate or graduate records (grades, scores, total years and subjects studied, etc.), and any other issues regarding application to the College's M.S. in Business Analytics program.

* Start date may change to winter term