MS in Business Analytics & MS in Finance

The dual MSF-MSBA degree allows students to combine their analytics capabilities with advanced financial education. The combination of these skills is in high demand across industry sectors. Students who pursue this option will learn to:

• harvest, process, and analyze data to create business value
• interpret and act on complex financial information
• combine both analytics and finance skills to bring value to their organization

The MSF-MSBA dual degree is completed in 2 years and culminates in the completion of two graduate degree programs. Prospective applicants must submit one Dual MSF/MSBA degree application. Students begin their dual degree with MSF coursework in the summer semester of year one, and then continue with MSBA courses in the summer semester of year two. 

Academic Credits for Dual MSF/MSBA Degree

MSF credits = 27 minimum (39 required for regular degree completion)

MSBA credits = 36 minimum (45 credits required for regular degree completion)

Cross-shared credits = 21.5 credits between two programs

Link to tentative MSF-MSBA dual degree schedule.

The Graduate Business Career Center (GBCC) at the Carlson School connects outstanding future business leaders with a diversity of organizations across industries, sectors, and locations. The GBCC offers extensive services and resources to help you with all aspects of your career development, from career coaching and mock interviews to internship placement and negotiation strategies.

With more than 50,000 members in 95 countries, the Carlson School alumni network forms a cross-section of some of the world's most influential business leaders. Wherever you desire to take your career, we have the alumni network that can help get you there.