Business Analytics Class Profile
Preparing tomorrow's analytics professionals
Cohorts consist of quantitative-oriented individuals from a range of academic backgrounds and professional experiences who want to be where cutting-edge technology meets business. Each cohort typically has 70 to 90 students.
MS in Business Analytics Class Demographic
The MSBA cohort's demographic composition over several academic cycles.
| Gender | Percent |
|---|---|
| Male | 52% |
| Female | 41% |
| Other | 6% |
| No Data | 1% |
| Gender | Percent |
|---|---|
| Non-Hispanic | 14% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| No Data | 85% |
| Identity | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 11% |
| Asian | 3% |
Ideal UMN Carlson MSBA Candidate
The MS in Business Analytics is a fast-paced graduate program for analytical thinkers with an interest in business. Qualified applicants should demonstrate a capacity for intense academic study, a propensity for mathematics and programming, and a basic understanding of business fundamentals. Eager to make a positive impact on the community. Recent graduates and early-career professionals with a quantitative background are eligible for the program.
- Strong quantitative and analytical mindset with foundational skills in mathematics, computer science, or business
- Early-career professionals or recent graduates eager to master data analytics tools, apply insights to solve business problems, and interested in applying learnings to real-life business contexts
- Interested in learning the language of business to communicate findings effectively to stakeholders and navigating U.S. business settings
Executive MBA Student Profile
Name: Hamza Hamayun
Class of: 24
"Working as the student lead for the Analytics for Good Hackathon was my most valuable experience at the Carlson School. As an international student, organizing a national event in the U.S. from marketing to logistics was a significant learning opportunity. I got the opportunity to meet with industry professionals and students from around the U.S. The experience boosted my confidence and allowed me to make connections that have been invaluable to my career so far."
Average MSBA Student Profile
The average student entering the MS in Business Analytics program has the following academic and work experience metrics.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average GMAT Score | 690 |
| Median GPA | 3.54 |
| Average Years of Work Experience | 3.3 |
| Average Age | 25 |
| Industry or sector | Percentage of employment |
|---|---|
| Engineering | 43% |
| Business & Commerce | 27% |
| Science | 17% |
| Economics | 7% |
| Social Science | 2% |
| Humanities | 1% |