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Master of Science in Business Analytics

Navigate the waves of data that drive strategic decision-making across various business landscapes.

Drive strategic decisions with a master’s degree in Business Analytics

In today's world, every industry is leaning into the power of data.

With Columbia College's Master of Science in Business Analytics, we equip you to be leaders in the industry. Our program prepares you to navigate the waves of data that drive strategic decision-making across various business landscapes.

You will learn the art and science of collecting, analyzing, and interpreting large volumes of data. Beyond simply understanding data, you develop the skills to translate findings into actionable business strategies and solutions that support business operations and solve complex business problems.

The program will empower you with skills to:

Design effective data visualizations to communicate analysis findings.
Design, implement, and maintain database systems for business problem-solving.
Apply statistical methods and data analysis techniques to interpret large datasets for data-driven decisions.
Manipulate large sets of data to meet organizational needs.
Create predictive models to forecast future trends, opportunities, and risks.

Fuel your career with data insights

Business analytics experts are essential in all industries. If you have a knack for number-crunching and a desire to influence strategic decisions, this program is for you.

Our graduates excel in a wide range of careers including:

Data Analyst
Human Resources Analyst
Marketing Analyst
Sports Management Analyst
Financial Analyst
Accounting Analyst
Research Analyst

Let's create the future of business together.

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Your degree starts here Take these courses

Available program formats

Master of Science

Core requirements 36 credit hours
Total degree requirements 36 credit hours

Some courses you may take

BUSI 514 - BIG DATA FUNDAMENTALS - 3 hours

Big data fundamentals is a comprehensive introduction to the big data analytics in a business context. The course examines motivations and drivers for the adoption of big data, planning considerations, and enterprise technology in the context of massive data sets. Students will gain a firm understanding of big data processing, technology, storage, and analysis employing big data.

BUSI 512 - DATA VISUALIZATION - 3 hours

This course explores the theory and practice of data visualization for managers. The course encompasses the visualization design process and offers a deep dive into the use of color, design, interactivity, data representation, and composition of well-designed visuals in a business context. Prerequisites: BUSI 508.

BUSI 506 - LEGAL & ETHICAL ENVIRONMENT - 3 hours

Examination of the topics in the area of law, regulatory controls, and ethical issues. Topics include contracts, the Uniform Commercial Code, agency agreements, partnerships, corporations, and product liability. Discussions focus on the implications of these legal situations in management.

BUSI 515 - STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT USING BUSINESS ANALYTICS - 3 hours

Strategic Management Using Business Analytics examine the theory, skills, and knowledge needed to use data analytics to inform strategic decision-making in businesses. The course will cover topics related to strategic management, business analytics, and how the two intersect to help businesses achieve their goals. The course provides an applied frame for managers to integrate analytics technically and professionally into organizational decision processes.

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