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In today’s data-driven world, business analytics is a game-changer across industries. Companies rely on analytics to optimize decision-making, enhance efficiency, and drive innovation, making business analytics professionals highly sought after in the job market!
The Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) at CSUCI will provide students with the skills, knowledge, and tools to effectively communicate, and articulate data analytics results to diverse audiences by explaining the procedures, interpreting the results, and working with decision-makers to make recommendations and propose a course of action.
With a curriculum designed to bridge mathematical modeling, data science, and business decision-making, students will develop the technical proficiency and strategic mindset necessary to translate complex data into actionable business insights. The capstone project, taken in the final semester, offers students the opportunity to apply their skills to a real-world analytics challenge, working closely with industry partners or faculty mentors.
This program is ideal for recent graduates and early-career professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in data-driven decision-making across industries such as finance, healthcare, marketing, operations management and more.
At-A-Glance
- Duration: 16 months
- Total Units: 30 units (10 3-unit courses)
- Delivery Mode: Blended: Face-to-Face and Hybrid Instruction
- Support Mode: State-Support
- Cost: Under $40,000
Why Choose Our Program?
- Fast-Track Completion – Earn your degree in just 16 months
- Hybrid Learning Model – Flexible face-to-face & online coursework
- State-Supported Tuition – Affordable, high-quality education
- Industry-Relevant Curriculum – Practical applications in machine learning, data visualization, and AI
- Hands-On Capstone Experience – Solve real-world business challenges
Career Prospects?
Whether you’re passionate about tech, finance, healthcare, or sustainability, an MSBA opens doors to a variety of dynamic roles:
Data & AI-Driven Careers
- Data Analyst
- AI & Machine Learning Specialist
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Business & Strategy Roles
- Business Strategy Consultant
- Supply Chain & Logistics Analyst
- Digital Marketing Analyst
- Industry-Specific Analytics Roles
- Risk & Fraud Analyst (Finance & Cybersecurity)
- Healthcare Data Analyst
- Sustainability & ESG Data Analyst
- Executive & Leadership Opportunities
- Product Manager (Data-Driven)