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Master of Science in Business Analytics
When you earn a Master of Science in Business Analytics, you gain the quantitative and technical business skills necessary to thrive in this fast-growing analytics field.
Degrees Offered
Master of Science
Program Types
Graduate
Mode of Study
Hybrid
School / College
School of Business and SocietyWhat is a Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) degree?
The MSBA is a graduate degree that focuses on the use of data analysis, statistical methods, and technological tools to solve business problems and support decision-making in various industries. The program is designed to equip students with the technical skills and business acumen needed to analyze large sets of data and extract actionable insights that can drive business strategy, performance, and innovation.
Why earn an MSBA at Redlands?
A STEM-designated Master of Science in Business Analytics from the School of Business & Society gives you a unique edge by developing both your business acumen and analytical decision-making. Businesses and institutions of every size are leveraging the power of data analytics to innovate and make more effective decisions. Having the skills to understand how to analyze data and apply it to your industry can help you stand out in data-driven organizations.
This degree:
- Focuses on specialized areas of business analytics, with an emphasis on information, statistics, big data, predictive and prescriptive analysis, and emerging technologies
- Provides a distinctive blend of business courses as well as training in geographic information systems (GIS), management information systems (MIS), information technology (IT), and analytics so you benefit from a holistic approach to this business discipline
- Connects you with the benefits of our Spatial Business Initiative, a partnership with GIS and global mapping industry leader Esri, that provides you with valuable location analytics expertise and industry connections
- Allows you to gain important technical skills in business intelligence and big data analysis as well as complementary skills such as business communications, leadership, and ethics
Classes you'll take
To view specific classes, program requirements, and coursework information, visit the current university catalog.
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
- BUAN600 - MSBA Program Orientation
- BUAN610 - Data Ethics for Business
- BUAN615 - Competing with Analytics
- BUAN620 - Data Science Foundations
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
- BUAN630 - Data Visualization & Storytelling
- BUAN631 - Data-Driven Decision-Making
- BUAN651 - Prescriptive Analytics for Managerial Decision-Making
- BUAN640 - Data Mining for Predictive Analytics
Complete at least 1 of the following Courses:
- BUAN691 - Introduction to Location Analytics and Marketing
OR GISB691 - Introduction to Location Analytics and Marketing - BUAN694 - Location Analytics and Decision Making
OR GISB694 - Location Analytics and Decision Making - BUAN683 - Marketing Analytics
OR MGMT683 - Marketing Analytics - BUAN660 - Managerial Finance
OR BUAD660 - Managerial Finance - BUAD658 - Accounting and Finance for Managers
- MGMT680 - Marketing Management
- INTB655 - Global Environment for Business
- MGMT631 - Management and Organizational Behavior
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
- BUAN695 - Analytics Capstone
Graduate application deadlines
Upcoming
Spring 2025, Summer 2025, Fall 2025. Students are encouraged to submit their application by the priority application date in order to expedite processing and ensure a smooth enrollment experience.
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