Master of Science in Business Analytics Program
Drive Real Business Results with a STEM-Designated Analytics Degree
The Full-Time Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) program prepares you to tackle some of today’s most pressing business challenges driving tomorrow’s societal impacts. With a focus on predictive analytics, risk management, optimization modeling, and information technology, supplement your analytical career with a STEM-designated degree and increase your proficiency in big data, lead actionable strategies for evidence-based organizations and build a transformative future.
Through this one year program, you will establish a foundation for analytics through core requirements prioritizing decision sciences, information systems, and technology management and participate in a six-unit applied analytics internship through the Pepperdine Education to Business™ initiative.
Program Highlights
Beautiful Malibu Campus
One Year Program
Small Class Sizes
STEM-designated
Global Alumni Network of 47,000+
STEM-Designated Degree: Our curriculum designation allows for international students on a F-1 visa the opportunity to apply for a 24-month extension of their optional practical training (OPT).
Data Analytics Tools: Learn how to navigate and leverage technical industry tools such as SQL, Tableau, Hadoop, and more.
12-Month OPT: All F-1 MSBA students are eligible to apply for 12-months of optional practical training (OPT).
Accelerated MBA Pathway: Upon completion of your MSBA, you have the option to accelerate to an MBA by applying 20 units towards your core MBA courses.
Quick Facts
$31,925 per term*
43
12 Months
Malibu
*Cost of tuition is in effect for the 2023-2024 academic year and is subject to change at the University's discretion. Use the Cost of Attendance Calculator to estimate the cost of your program of interest. This tool incorporates additional per term expenses such as living expenses (food and housing), transportation, miscellaneous personal expenses, books, course materials, supplies, equipment, and fees.
Seaver Graduates: Double Up on your Pepperdine FutureReceive a 20% tuition discount or merit scholarship when you apply and enroll into the Full-Time MBA program. |
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See Your Future Differently From Malibu
Classes are held at the Malibu campus in sunny California. The expansive Malibu campus sits on 830 acres and overlooks the Pacific Ocean with nearly every spot on campus featuring stunning views of the beaches. Pepperdine is consistently ranked as one of the most beautiful places to study. Graziadio students also have access to graduate student housing and amenities like the library, gym, and swimming pool at our scenic Malibu campus.
International Student Experiences
- As a visa-eligible program, we offer exceptional support to international students.
- A dedicated enrollment services officer will make your admissions process easy and comfortable.
- We integrate international students across our campuses. The Office of International Student Services (OISS) provides additional support for international students.
- Enjoy access to housing and amenities at our scenic Malibu campus.
- Participate in University social, sporting, cultural, and spiritual events.
- Build upon leadership skills, peer support, and lifelong relationships with colleagues. The community extends beyond the program to the larger Graziadio and Pepperdine family.
- Partnerships with professional networks and conferences and a robust alumni network further students' growth opportunities.
The Company You'll Keep
When you join the Graziadio community, you'll join a global network of over 48,000 alumni actively shaping the world of business at top organizations, including:
Fall 2023 Student Profile
Top Industries: Bar graph shows the percentage breakdown of current industries our students were employed upon time of application submission. 5.45% Entertainment/Media, 5.45% Financial Services/Insurance, 3.64% Consulting/Business Services, 3.64% Healthcare and 3.64% Retail/Food Services. This information reflects the data collected from MSBA applications for the fall 2023 cohort.
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What Our Students Are Saying
"The MSBA helped me master much more than just quantitative skills. Through my experience, I have learned how to better communicate in a professional setting, how to translate business needs into technical questions, and most importantly how to be a 'better for the world' leader." - Ryan Hartman, MS '21
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