Master of Science in Business Analytics
Master of Science in Business Analytics
Discover the best ways to analyze big data in today’s fast-changing, data-driven world. The Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) program gives you a deep understanding of how to analyze large amounts of data and provide innovative solutions to modern business challenges. Our program will help you gain a firm grounding on data analytics, technical communications and methodical problem solving which enables you to confidently identify, diagnose and solve complex business problems. We’re committed to providing an inclusive experience where these skills are accessible and attainable to students from all academic backgrounds.
Why Get a Smith MS in Business Analytics Degree?
UMD Smith’s STEM-designated MSBA program teaches you how to solve pressing business challenges by applying analytics tools, software, programming and other technologies to your work. Whether you have a liberal arts or quantitative undergraduate degree, we offer resources that introduce you to code, IT and key mathematical concepts so that you'll leave the program competent and confident in your skills. You'll also gain a solid business management foundation that will help you communicate your findings to leadership and get ahead in the business world.
We'll help you transition into the program early on through foundational courses that teach you how to code, use in-demand technology and gain basic analytical skills.
Participate in data competitions and other projects that connect you with top employers and mirror the type of work you'll do in the real-world.
Before graduating, you’ll partner with one of Smith’s corporate sponsors and use data to help solve business problems using the technical and analytical skills you’ve gained.
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Alumni Profiles
Our MSBA students pursue competitive and exciting opportunities in their fields after graduating. Their experiences at UMD Smith helped them to expand their network, solidify their career goals and prepared them to perform their job responsibilities a step above the rest.
“I was confused about which elective to take. I emailed Tunay Tunca, and he gave a detailed response about each course. His accessibility was extremely valuable.”
Sahitya Angara
MSBA ’20
Business Intelligence Engineer at Google
“My data analysis courses not only sharpened my SQL, Python and analytical skills, but also helped me present findings in the best way. I frequently use these skills when I handle business data requests from my clients at work.”
Lavanya Rallabandi
MSBA ’19
Manager at Axtria
“I’m grateful for the amazing friendships and opportunities Smith has provided me. The environment is inclusive and this community is behind me all the way.”
Pearl Yu
MSBA ’19
Learn from Expert Faculty
Your professors are savvy, well-connected leaders whose research has changed the world of business analytics. They will push you to take your skills to the next level and offer valuable guidance as you navigate your coursework and career.
Guest scholar at the Center on Social and Economic Dynamics at the Brookings Institution.
Expert in individual decisions and economic equilibrium, innovation, and technology and social influences on economic behavior.
Member of notable organizations, including the Decision Science Institute and the Consortium for the Advancement of Undergraduate Statistics Education.
Expert in statistics and quantitative methods for business decision-making.
Associate editor of seven industry journals.
Works closely with companies on dynamic pricing, ridesharing, and production and distribution operations.
Expert in supply chain scheduling, dynamic pricing, optimization, and production and transportation operations.
Academic Director
Suresh Acharya
Professor of Practice
Academic Director, MS in Business Analytics
Faculty
Faculty Director, QUEST
bardossy@umd.edu
Associate Clinical Professor of Information Systems
jbono@umd.edu
Orkand Corporation Professor of Management Science
zlchen@umd.edu
Assistant Professor of Information Systems
jmclark@umd.edu
Adjunct Faculty
mdegrano@rhsmith.umd.edu
Assistant Professor
xjguo@umd.edu
Associate Clinical Professor
kimsj22@umd.edu
Associate Clinical Professor
adamlee@umd.edu
Dean's Professor of Management Science and Operations Management
raghavan@umd.edu
Dean's Professor of Management Science and Operations Management
ttunca@umd.edu
Associate Professor of Operations Management
yxu1@umd.edu
MS Business Analytics at a Glance
3
Semesters
30
Credits
3.3
GPA
STEM
Eligible
Available as a Plus 1 Program
If you're a current University of Maryland freshman, sophomore or junior, you can pursue your MS Business Analytics degree through the Plus 1 program. You’ll save time and thousands of dollars on graduate tuition though this accelerated business master’s program.
Apply and Receive Admissions Benefits
Maryland Advantage can make it easier for applicants who have completed their undergraduate and/or graduate degree in the United States to transition into the business master’s program by helping them save money on tuition, skip graduate entrance exams and get personalized career counseling before starting their program.
Acquire Valuable Skills with STEM Designation
As a Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) student, we’ll build on your current talents by teaching you the ins and outs of popular tools and concepts, including:
- AI and Big Data Frameworks
- Amazon Web Service
- Data Analysis and Visualization
- Decision Analytics
- Deep Learning
- Excel Solver and Solver Table
- Google Analytics
- Hadoop
- Hive
- NLP and Text Analytics
- Python
- R
- Spark
- SQL
- Statistical Models
- Tableau
Where Your Degree Can Take You
$83K
Average starting salary for our MSBA grads*
$101K
Average salary for data scientists in the U.S.
36%
Faster than average job growth for operations research analysts
Sources: UMD Smith’s Office of Career Services, 2022; U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
*Data for 2022 graduates who reported their salaries to UMD Smith's Office of Career Services. Please note these figures do not meet the 75 percent MBACSEA reporting threshold.
96% of our MS in Business Analytics have secured employment within six months of graduation.
Picture Yourself in These Job Roles
“My team worked with an international retailer, using Google Analytics to run a marketing campaign for their business. I used data to drive their decision making.”
Bryce Trezise
BCom Economics
MS Business Analytics ’19
Senior Finance & Ops Specialist at Deloitte
Businesses who have Hired our MS Business Analytics Graduates
- Alibaba Group
- Amazon
- CapitalOne
- Deloitte
- Walmart Labs
- Wayfair
Boost Your Professional Skills
UMD Smith’s Office of Career Services (OCS) can help you bridge the gap between being a student and an employed professional. You’ll have one-on-one access to a career coach who will provide you with personalized tips on how to articulate your strengths when interacting with your future employer.
Connect With Your Classmates
You’ll have plenty of opportunities to make connections at Smith and engage in exciting social activities through the Smith Masters Student Association. You can join an business analytics-related club or others that provide you with general connections and skills.
MSBA Advisory Council
Advisory Councils keep us actively engaged with industry leaders and experts, who bring their real-world experience to help shape what students learn, match classroom lessons to real-world needs, and widen the pipeline for internship and job opportunities.
Contact Us
Business Master's Office
2303 Van Munching Hall
College Park, Maryland 20742-1815
Phone: 301-405-2559
E-mail: SmithMasters@umd.edu
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday