Master of Science in Business Analytics

The University of Iowa's Master of Science in Business Analytics degree program is designed to help students develop the skills they need to apply modern data science and machine learning capabilities to solve real-world business problems. The program is ideal for working professionals or recent graduates who want to launch or accelerate their careers in a business analytics role. The program typically takes 18-24 months to complete and includes coursework in finance, business analytics, business management, accounting management, human resource management, and sales and marketing. Upon graduation, students will be able to: * Make informed decisions by considering data and information * Use data to identify opportunities for improving business performance * Communicate effectively with business stakeholders * Develop and implement data-driven solutions to business problems * Collaborate with other professionals to solve complex business problems The job prospects for business analytics professionals are excellent. According to Allied Market Research, the global data and business analytics market size was valued at $198.08 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach $684.12 billion by 2030. Some of the top job roles for business analytics professionals include financial analyst, data scientist, management analyst, and business data analyst.