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Business Analytics


Overview

Today, business professionals, managers, and entrepreneurs need to be able to leverage the power of data collectedÌýby organizations across the world.ÌýÌý

The Business Analytics concentrationÌýbridgesÌýthe gap between businessÌýleaders and technical leaders.ÌýThis concentration combinesÌýthe best features of management majorsÌýandÌýtechnical programs like data science programs.ÌýStudentsÌýwith strong technical skillsÌýwill learn the business acumen required to succeed in the market, andÌýthose with strong managerial skills willÌýget to learn the 'need-to-know' hard skills from data science.Ìý

As a Business Analytics student, you will be trained in a diverse set of methods in analytics and tools to conduct analyses as applied in a variety of managerial disciplines.ÌýThe Business Analytics concentrationÌýwill provide youÌýwith essential skills and knowledge needed to navigate in the world of data. ThisÌýconcentration offers courses with a strong practical and applied orientation from a variety of managerial disciplines.ÌýStarting in Winter 2021, you can takeÌýadvantage ofÌýMGSC 483: Experiential Learning in AnalyticsÌýand apply your skills in social enterprises and consulting jobs.ÌýÌý


Careers

Business Analytics graduates canÌýfind work in all sectors of the market including healthcare, finance, operations, government, science, and technology.Ìý The market is demanding analytics skillsÌýfor a vast range of jobs, including:Ìý

  • Financial Analyst
  • BusinessÌýor Data Analyst
  • Data Scientist
  • Marketing Manager
  • Chief Technology Officer;

Faculty

The Faculty’s innovative programs and historic reputation for excellence continue to attract the mostÌýprominent professorsÌýfrom around the globe.Ìý


Possible minors

Minors are a great way to customize your academic experience. Many students use minors to pursue interests outside their major, while others choose minors to complement their degree.

Minors that complement this program:


Related majors

Study similar majors:Ìý

Ready to apply?

For this program, you'll need to apply to the Desautels Faculty of Management.

Check the full admission requirements forÌýinformation aboutÌýdeadlines and whether supporting documents are required as part ofÌýyour application.Ìý

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