Business: Analytics MS

Master of Science in Business

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Is this program right for you?

As the amount and quality of data increases, so does demand for professionals who can harness its power. A Master of Science Business: Analytics prepares you with a strong foundation and the ability to utilize tools to generate insights from data — and use as a competitive advantage.

  • The 30-credit, face-to-face MSBA program enables you to apply business analytics tools and methods across industries and business sectors — from marketing and finance to supply chain
  • Go through the program with a cohort for a quality collective learning experience while building your professional network
  • Be part of our 41,000+ Badger Business alumni network that includes many top executives at Fortune 500 companies

Education that works for you

Uncover insights and provide actionable recommendations in any business setting with a Master of Science Business: Analytics from UW–Madison.

Program type

Master’s degree

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Degree awarded

Master of Science in Business

Commitment

1 year

Tuition

$1,500 per credit

Format

Accelerated

Fast-paced program with higher course load

Face-to-face

On-campus, in-person courses

Credits

30 graduate credits

Admission terms

Program only admits for summer term

STEM opt eligible

Yes

Supports F-1 Visa

Application deadlines

Summer 2026

  • Deadline: June 1, 2026

Summer 2027

  • International deadline: May 1, 2027
  • Deadline: June 1, 2027

Summer 2028

  • International deadline: May 1, 2028
  • Deadline: June 1, 2028
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Program requirements

All applicants must:

  • Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; international applicants must have a degree equivalent to an approved U.S. bachelor’s degree
  • Submit GRE scores using code 1846 or GMAT scores using code 79K-2S-01
  • Submit evidence of English language proficiency, if applicable. See the Graduate School Requirements for more information

Application materials required

  • Online application
  • Resume/CV
  • Essay
  • Transcripts
  • One professional letter of recommendation (optional)
  • Admissions interview*

*By invitation only with a completed application

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What you’ll learn

With the Business: Analytics MS program, you can become a data-driven business leader. Build your proficiency in statistics, programming, machine learning, data visualization and prescriptive modeling to learn how to solve complex problems and optimize business decisions.

For complete curricular details visit UW-Madison’s Guide →
  • Statistics and programming
  • Machine learning
  • Data visualization
  • Prescriptive modeling and optimization
  • Project management

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