Master of Science in Business Analytics

Program Overview

School: Graziadio Business School

Cost: $28,275 per term*

Units: 42 units

Terms: 12 months

Location(s): Malibu

Accreditation: AACSB, WSCUC

Deadlines:

Fall 2020 Deadlines
Priority: November 15, 2019
Standard: February 15, 2020
Final: April 1, 2020
Supplemental Materials: May 1, 2020
Classes Begin: August 31, 2020

*Cost of tuition is in effect for the 2019-2020 academic year and is subject to change at the University's discretion.

Lead the Way in Your Career with a STEM-Designated Evidence-based Analytics Program

Businesses everywhere rely on data-based decisions to solve complex problems and achieve a competitive advantage. During our year-long MS in Business Analytics program, you’ll attack some of the most pressing challenges facing business today from both a decision-sciences and information-systems perspective. By solving real-time business problems, you’ll use your ideas to make a lasting and meaningful impact. With a focus on predictive analytics, risk management, optimization modeling, and information technology, this program is designed for students seeking an analytical career in evidence-based organizations that rely on big data.

Program Benefits:

STEM-designated curriculum, allowing international students on F-1 visa the opportunity to apply for a 24-month extension of their optional practical training (OPT)
36-month optional practical training internship opportunity
Accelerated pathway to an MBA
Outstanding faculty with a unique combination of academic accomplishments and industry experience
Values-based curriculum focused on personal and professional growth
Small class sizes providing a supportive learning environment and meaningful student-faculty interactions
Extensive networking opportunities with an alumni network of more than 40,000 professionals worldwide

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Quick Facts

MalibuCampus Location
36Optional Practical Training (OPT)
MBAPathway Opportunity
Online Option

Testimonials

We’ve always been committed to a values-based education and developing Best for the World Leaders. This is us. This is the school at its best.

Deryck J. van Rensburg

Dean

FAQs

How does the MBA pathway opportunity work?

Students who complete the MS in Business Analytics degree can apply and waive up to 20 units from the full-time core courses. This will allow MS in Business Analytics graduates to obtain an MBA degree by taking an additional 24-30 units of MBA core courses and a minimum of 16 units of additional MBA elective courses. Contact us to learn more.

Is there an internship required?

Yes. The purpose of the Internship is to provide students with a supervised opportunity to apply what they have been learning in a functioning organization. Working under the guidance of a professor and a mentor in the participating organization, the student devises a plan, completes the project, and submits a final report with conclusions and recommendations based on the experience. This course may be repeated. This course is graded credit or no credit.

Can the internship be waived?

An Internship, an Education to Business Project, or an Applied Research Project may be waived based on past or current work experience.

What fees are required?

Below is a list of estimated fees for full-time students:

Application for admission - $150
Enrollment fee - $1,000
Business Society activity fee (per trimester) - $40
Books and supplies - $1,000 (per trimester, approximate)
Annual student health insurance (optional) - $3,535.20 (2015-2016 Academic Year) and $3,779.61 (2016-2017 Academic Year)
On-campus graduate housing (optional) - $6,900 (per trimester, approximate)

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Full-Time Programs
Pepperdine University
Graziadio Business School
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263

310.506.4858