Online Master of Applied Business Analytics
A Convenient Path to Leading-Edge Business Careers
Develop expertise where business meets innovation by seeking your Master of Applied Business Analytics degree online at the Carlson School of Management. You'll explore data and statistical analysis techniques in a flexible format designed for working professionals. The online courses provide a solid technical and business foundation, and the curriculum is based on our in-person Master of Science in Business Analytics, which is ranked among the best programs of its kind by Top Universities.1
- World-class faculty
- Part-time schedule for working professionals
- Career-aligned electives
- AACSB-accredited
- No minimum GPA to apply
Learn to Analyze Big Data to Enhance Business Strategy
The Master of Applied Business Analytics program provides the advanced data competencies needed to model trends, forecast demand, and identify insights in a complex global economy. You'll learn from instructors with extensive business analytics expertise and get opportunities to engage other students on virtual projects. These experiences equip you with a data analytics toolkit, along with problem-solving skills desired by more than 90% of organizations.2
January and September
Applied Business Analytics Courses
At the Carlson School, you'll acquire a holistic view of business analytics through courses on exploratory and predictive data analytics, causal inference, and prescriptive analytics. You can customize your degree for your goals by choosing electives in marketing analytics, generative AI, and numerous other subjects.
While earning your Master of Applied Business Analytics online, you'll benefit from connections to the Management Information Systems Research Center (MISRC). Established in 1968, the MISRC's tradition of scholarship and research helped the Carlson School gain recognition as the birthplace of MIS.
Course Highlights
- MABA 6311 Programming for Business Analytics
- MABA 6251 AI for Competitive Advantage
- MABA 6321 Data Management & Big Data
Master of Applied Business Analytics Tuition
The online Master of Applied Business Analytics program is 30 credit hours, with a cost of $1,720 per credit hour. To make your education more cost-effective, the Carlson School offers 15% merit-based scholarships and a more limited number of 50% merit-based scholarships.
Learn to Analyze Big Data to Enhance Business Strategy
The Master of Applied Business Analytics program provides the advanced data competencies needed to model trends, forecast demand, and identify insights in a complex global economy. You'll learn from instructors with extensive business analytics expertise and get opportunities to engage other students on virtual projects. These experiences equip you with a data analytics toolkit, along with problem-solving skills desired by more than 90% of organizations.2
January and September
Applied Business Analytics Courses
At the Carlson School, you'll acquire a holistic view of business analytics through courses on exploratory and predictive data analytics, causal inference, and prescriptive analytics. You can customize your degree for your goals by choosing electives in marketing analytics, generative AI, and numerous other subjects.
While earning your Master of Applied Business Analytics online, you'll benefit from connections to the Management Information Systems Research Center (MISRC). Established in 1968, the MISRC's tradition of scholarship and research helped the Carlson School gain recognition as the birthplace of MIS.
Course Highlights
- MABA 6311 Programming for Business Analytics
- MABA 6251 AI for Competitive Advantage
- MABA 6321 Data Management & Big Data
Master of Applied Business Analytics Tuition
The online Master of Applied Business Analytics program is 30 credit hours, with a cost of $1,720 per credit hour. To make your education more cost-effective, the Carlson School offers 15% merit-based scholarships and a more limited number of 50% merit-based scholarships.
Take This Opportunity to Advance in Business Analytics
In the online Master of Applied Business Analytics program, you can build the programming and data analytics skills needed to thrive in some of the most in-demand job fields. For instance, data science employment is projected to grow 35% from 2022 to 2032, more than 11 times faster than the average for all occupations.5 The program also provides important career connections, as you'll engage other students during collaborative learning experiences and join an alumni network that includes business leaders around the globe.
of Fortune 1000 companies plan to increase their investments in data and analytics3
Estimated global big data market revenue in 20274
Median data scientist salary5
Admissions Details and Application Deadlines
The Carlson School offers a simple admissions process for the online Master of Applied Business Analytics program. There is no GPA requirement to apply; candidates with an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or less are strongly encouraged to submit a GRE/GMAT score with their application. Moreover, a $75 application fee waiver is available for U.S. military service members on active duty.
Admissions Requirements Overview
- Unofficial transcripts from all universities/colleges where coursework has been completed (official transcripts required upon acceptance of admission to the program)
- Professional recommendations*
- Personal statement
- Resume
- Video essay
- Proof of English language proficiency**
- Quantitative coursework and demonstrated competency in computer programming
Students can fulfill quantitative and programming requirements through academic or Coursera courses, with the option for professional experience to satisfy the programming requirement.
Application Deadlines
Spring (January Start) | Fall (September Start) |
|---|---|
| October 15 | May 15 |
| November 15 | June 15 |
| December 15 | July 15 |
We will accept applications after the deadline if space is available.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The first step is to start your application. Rest assured that our application process is straightforward.
Work experience is recommended but not required. Review the admissions requirements to learn more.
This flexible program does not include concentrations or specializations. Instead, you can tailor your Master of Applied Business Analytics degree to your goals by choosing electives that explore generative AI, marketing analytics, and an array of other topics. To learn more, visit the curriculum page.
By earning your Master of Applied Business Analytics online, you can prepare for positions focusing on data science, analytics warehousing, and business intelligence. These careers are available in many sectors, including financial services, technology, and consulting. Learn more about the professional opportunities in business analytics by visiting the careers page.
This program includes 30 credit hours, with a cost-per-credit of $1,720. To review additional tuition costs, visit the tuition and aid page.
You can complete the program in as few as four semesters. For information about the core and elective courses, visit the curriculum page.
Carlson's Master of Applied Business Analytics (MABA) program features online delivery, which is flexible for working professionals. The MS in Business Analytics (MSBA) is a 12-month intensive program that requires in-person learning from September through August and does not allow students to work full-time and pursue a graduate degree simultaneously. The online MABA students will learn data analysis tools and techniques similar to MS in Business Analytics students. MABA students will take courses like data analytics, predictive analytics, and data visualization, along with two classes that cover AI concepts. In fact, many courses in the required MABA curriculum overlap with MSBA required courses. MABA students will have more foundational classes like Practical Statistics for Business Applications and Programming for Business Analytics, allowing students who are practitioners to gain the skills and understanding of concepts they need to advance in an analytics career. MABA students will also have experiential learning delivered through the Carlson Analytics Lab in a semester-long course. MSBA students have experiential learning structured/embedded differently in the curriculum. Classes for the MSBA program meet on campus, and most are scheduled during traditional business hours.
Sources and Disclaimers
- Top Universities. QS Business Master's Rankings 2024: Business Analytics.
- NACE Center for Career Development and Talent Acquisition. The Key Attributes Employers Are Looking For on Graduates' Resumes.
- Wavestone. 2024 Data and AI Leadership Executive Survey.
- Statista. Global Big Data Market Forecast 2011 to 2027.
- Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Data Scientists.
*Professional recommendations are strongly preferred but academic recommendations may be considered for those with limited professional experience.
**All applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency through academic transcripts/mark sheets or an English language test.