Master analytical techniques for data-driven decision-making in business.
UMass Boston’s STEM-designated Business Analytics graduate programs prepare you to be a leader on the cutting edge of business data collection and analysis.
- Flexibility. Earn a certificate 100% online in 9 months, continue for two more semesters in remote/in-person classes to earn a full master's.
- Specializations. Customize your master's degree with a specialization in big data or supply chain analytics.
- Affordability. Online tuition among the lowest in the field and on campus tuition is half the cost of private grad school.
- Opportunity. Graduates are in high demand for management positions in finance and tech sectors.
UMass Boston’s STEM-designated Business Analytics graduate programs prepare you to be a leader on the cutting edge of business data collection and analysis.
- Flexibility. Earn a certificate 100% online in 9 months, continue for two more semesters in remote/in-person classes to earn a full master's.
- Specializations. Customize your master's degree with a specialization in big data or supply chain analytics.
- Affordability. Online tuition among the lowest in the field and on campus tuition is half the cost of private grad school.
- Opportunity. Graduates are in high demand for management positions in finance and tech sectors.
About the Programs
Business Analytics MS: Big Data
Focus on data mining and analytical techniques, big data management, storage, and modeling. Learn how to process big data in an effective and efficient way, discover knowledge patterns in big data, build predictive models, and use big data to answer business questions. Complete the program in as little as 1 year.
Business Analytics MS: Supply Chain
Focus on data analytics and decision-making in the context of a major functional area in businesses — supply chains. Learn how to use data and data modeling to optimize activities within the supply chain and consequently maximize the organization’s competitive advantage. Complete the program in as little as 1 year.
Business Analytics Certificate
Explore the transformative capabilities of data analytics and the technologies needed for successful implementation of them. Complete the program in as little as 9 months.
Why get a master's or certificate in business analytics?
- Earning potential. Business and data analyst professionals with an advanced degree typically earn over $102,00/year.
- Job prospects. The projected job growth rate for business analysts is 14% through 2028, more than 2x the average job growth rate.
- Career promotion. Business analytics power every industry. A master's degree or certificate can qualify you for management and senior-level positions.
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Applications to start the Business Analytics MS and Certificate programs in the fall are due June 1. Spring applications are due November 15.
Ready to get started? Connect with UMass Boston today and start focusing on your future.