Business Analytics
Program Details
Developed with an economics-based approach, this rigorous curriculum equips you with real-world data skills to become a confident, in-demand analyst.
Program Length:
9 or 16 months, depending on track
Program Requirements:
13 Courses
Average Work Experience:
1.7 year
A data driven curriculum.
Simon’s MSBA blends core business knowledge with Python, R, and Tableau training to prep you for high-impact roles in data analytics. Choose your track and gain the tools to solve complex problems and turn big data into smarter business decisions.
The Integrated Student Experience
The Jay S. and Jeanne Benet Career Management Center and the Ainslie Office of Student Engagement (OSE) connect you with top employers and offer co-curricular experiences, including student clubs and leadership development, to enrich your education.
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- No GMAT/GRE score required
- Merit-based scholarships available
- Apply early to maximize your chance for admission
- Streamlined application requirements
Business Analytics Capstone Experience
Simon's Business Analytics Project (CIS 465) gives students the chance to apply statistical and analytical tools to real-world business problems. Working with real data, students gain hands-on experience managing projects end-to-end—preparing them for roles in fields like marketing, consulting, and finance.
MS in Business Analytics Employment Overview
$89,152Mean base salary plus signing bonus | Many of our MS in | Sample Hiring Companies:Alibaba Group |
Why Simon?
We prepare you to thrive in a data-driven world. Our MS programs combine rigorous academics with real-world experience, career support, and a collaborative community. Learn from experts. Build your future. Join us!
- Curriculum
All five full-time MS programs—Accountancy, Artificial Intelligence in Business, Business Analytics, Finance, and Marketing Analytics—combine rigorous academics with hands-on learning and co-curricular activities.
- STEM Designation
All MS programs are STEM-designated, indicating analytical rigor and allowing international students to work in the U.S. for up to three years post-graduation.
- Real-World Experience
Each program includes experiential learning opportunities, such as capstone projects with corporate sponsors, enabling students to apply their knowledge to real-life business challenges.
- Integrated Student Experience
The Jay S. and Jeanne Benet Career Management Center and the Ainslie Office of Student Engagement (OSE) are important professional resources for our students. You will be connected to career opportunities with leading employers and engage in a variety of co-curricular activities, including diverse student clubs, to foster a well-rounded educational journey.
Data skills with business impact.Simon’s MS in Business Analytics blends rigorous training in data science with a solid grounding in business fundamentals. You’ll gain hands-on experience with Python, R, and Tableau, and apply what you learn through project-based coursework and the option of a summer internship. The STEM-designated program equips you with the tools and insights to stand out in today’s data-driven economy. |
“Our MSBA curriculum equips students with the skills and expertise to transform complex data into impactful, strategic decisions. The MSBA coursework integrates statistics, data analytics, machine learning, and applied AI with the business knowledge and communication skills needed to solve real-world business problems and create lasting value. Technical coursework is grounded in real-world case studies and hands-on projects, giving students practical experience with the challenges companies face today. We designed the program to prepare students for successful careers at the intersection of data, technology, and business leadership.”