Why earn a School of Business STEM Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA)? In alignment with Southern Connecticut State University’s mission to transform lives through business education and research, the AACSB-accredited STEM MSBA program offers a dynamic blend of technology, analytics, and career development. The program equips students with cutting-edge skills and industry knowledge, preparing them for high-demand roles in business analytics and strategic decision-making.
Programmatic Learning Goals
At the successful completion of the academic program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate proficiency in various business analytics methods and tools.
- Extract meaningful information from business data.
- Develop data-driven solutions to business challenges.
- Deliver professional presentations effectively.
- Work efficiently in team settings.
- Assess the societal implications of business decision-making.
Program Admission Requirements
To be admitted, a student must hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited university with a minimum final GPA of 3.0.
Program Delivery Formats
The program is typically completed in two years and can accommodate both part-time and full-time study. Flexible scheduling allows students to consider alternative sequencing that accommodates their workplace and family needs.
Program Highlights
High Demand and Career Growth
The program addresses the increasing demand for skilled business analytics professionals sought by leading employers such as Capital One, Raytheon Technologies, Cigna, Travelers, and CVS Health. Through a comprehensive curriculum focused on high-demand skills like data visualization, statistical modeling, machine learning, and predictive analytics, the program equips students to excel across various industries.
This strong alignment with industry needs ensures high employability and promising career growth opportunities for graduates.
Employment Opportunities
The program prepares students to excel in an AI-driven, data-centric world, bridging the skills gap and shaping the future of business analytics. Graduates can pursue careers as Management Analysts, Financial and Investment Analysts, Operations Research Analysts, Marketing Analysts, Specialists, or General and Operations Managers, with growing opportunities in strategic decision-making roles. As a STEM-designated program, international students are eligible for a three-year STEM OPT extension, enhancing their global career prospects.
Variety of Specialized Elective Courses
The program offers a range of specialized electives: People Analytics, Accounting Analytics, Law and Ethics of Data Analytics, Business Forecasting, Financial Analytics, Healthcare Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Operational Analytics, and Business Intelligence and Decision Support Systems.
Real-World Experience and Hands-On Training
Students gain practical experience through a Business Consulting Capstone Course, an immersive learning opportunity where they work on real business projects. The program emphasizes real-world applications, providing hands-on experience through data hackathons, industry projects, and case studies. Students receive training with industry-standard tools such as Bloomberg Terminal, SQL databases, Python, R, and Tableau. The program is delivered in state-of-the-art facilities within the School of Business.
AI Integration and Future-Ready Learning
The program offers an AI-integrated curriculum that equips students with essential skills for the evolving field of business analytics. By embedding AI tools and methodologies throughout coursework, students gain practical experience in data analysis, predictive modeling, and decision-making.
End-to-End Support
To support students without prior coursework or professional experience in designated areas, preparatory (waivable) courses are offered at the start of the program. Additionally, the program provides career support services, including resume workshops, interview preparation, job placement assistance, and networking events.