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Business Analytics, MS

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Drive Business Success with Data-Driven Decisions

Student in the Bloomberg Finance LabThe Master of Science in Business Analytics at the University of Michigan-Dearborn equips you with in-demand skills in data analysis, machine learning, and AI-driven decision-making. This STEM-designated program integrates statistical modeling, predictive analytics, and optimization techniques with hands-on coursework in Python, forecasting, and decision simulation. A capstone course provides an immersive experience, allowing you to solve real-world business challenges by applying advanced analytics techniques in collaboration with industry partners.

Graduates from the program qualify to earn the Associate Certified Analytics Professional (aCAP) certification. 

Designed for both full-time and part-time students, the program offers evening classes on campus and several online course options, allowing you to earn your degree on your schedule.

Want to jump start your degree? If you’re a current UM-Dearborn undergraduate student and you’ve been admitted to the master’s program, you can take up to six graduate credits during your final undergraduate semester.

Where a Master’s in Business Analytics Will Take You

Graduates are equipped for key roles in business intelligence, consulting, financial and marketing analytics, and operations management. With skills in AI, programming, and machine learning, they drive data-driven decision-making across industries such as finance, healthcare, and technology. Employers seek professionals who can analyze complex data, build predictive models, and craft AI-powered solutions.

The STEM designation provides international students with an extended Optional Practical Training (OPT) period, enhancing opportunities for valuable U.S. work experience.

Our career support services, global alumni network, and expansive networking opportunities will help you land your dream job.

Career and Salary Outlook

The information in this table is meant to give you an idea of career opportunities with this degree. All information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and is meant to be averages across the United States in 2023. Please note that these figures reflect overall averages and may not represent entry-level salaries.

$74,680 Median Salary

Market Research Analysts

Employment of market research analysts is projected to grow 8 percent from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations.

About 88,500 openings for market research analysts are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$79,400 Median Salary

Logisticians

Employment of logisticians is projected to grow 19 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 26,100 openings for logisticians are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$83,640 Median Salary

Operations Research Analysts

Employment of operations research analysts is projected to grow 23 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 11,300 openings for operations research analysts are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$99,410 Median Salary

Management Analysts

Employment of management analysts is projected to grow 11 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 95,700 openings for management analysts are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$99,890 Median Salary

Financial Analysts

Overall employment of financial analysts is projected to grow 9 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 30,700 openings for financial analysts are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

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Application Deadlines

Domestic applicants:

Fall term:  August 1
Winter term:  December 1
Summer term:  April 1 (part-time students only)

International applicants:

Fall term:  May 1
Winter term:  September 1
(International not eligible for summer admission)

Admission is rolling. It is advised to submit all documents by the advisory deadline to ensure consideration for your preferred term, but applications and materials will be accepted until the posted "Last Day to Submit".

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