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Business Analytics (MS)

Business Analytics (MS)

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MS in Business Analytics at DePaul University

Turn Data Expertise into Career Momentum

Organizations need professionals who can connect analytics to real business results.

DePaul’s STEM-designated MS in Business Analytics (MSBA) equips you to transform data into business strategy. In a world where every decision is informed by analytics, you’ll learn how to apply the tools, technologies, and techniques that organizations need to compete—and win.

Whether you’re advancing in your current role or pivoting to a new career, this program blends technical expertise with real-world application. Graduate with industry-recognized certifications, hands-on project experience, and a portfolio of deliverables that show employers exactly what you can do.

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Program Snapshot

• Duration: As little as 12 months (Full-Time) or 18 to 24 months (Part-Time)
• Formats (Choose one):
• Flexible (students can choose from online or in-person classes )
• Location: DePaul Center, 1 E Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL
• Start term: Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer

Program Facts

• Ranked 8th best master’s in business analytics program by Intelligent.com (2024, 2025)
• Offers Capstone Projects with real-world partners
• The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects over 35% growth in data science through 2032
• DePaul Business Analytics students won a National AI Case Competition in 2023
  

Why Study Business Analytics at DePaul?

Build Analytics Expertise that Drives Results

In this program, you’ll learn to pinpoint the questions that matter, choose the most effective analytical approach and present findings that influence key business decisions.

What You’ll Gain:

• Programming Proficiency: Excel in ​Python, R, SQL and Tableau to collect, clean, analyze and visualize data—then translate those insights into action.
• Machine Learning & AI Applications: Apply predictive modeling, text analytics and AI tools to uncover patterns, forecast outcomes and solve complex problems.
• Capstone Consulting Experience: Partner with organizations like Reyes Holdings, Labelmasters, and Morningstar to deliver data-driven strategies that make an impact.
• Job-Ready Deliverables: Graduate with tangible deliverables—dashboards, statistical models, and AI-driven analyses—that demonstrate your value before the first interview.

Chicago is Your Laboratory

We integrate the city into your learning through:

• Company-Based Projects: Tackle live datasets from partners and high-growth startups via the Coleman Entrepreneurship Center.
• Industry Networking Events: Meet and learn from leaders at conferences such as the INFORMS Regional Analytics Conference held in Chicago.
• Site Visits and Executive Panels: Step inside Chicago companies, such as Nuveen and Protiviti, to see how analytics is applied in finance, healthcare, marketing, and supply chain.
• Hackathons and Case Competitions: Collaborate with peers and industry mentors to solve real business challenges under real deadlines.

Where This Degree Can Take You

With DePaul’s MS in Business Analytics, you’ll be prepared to excel in data-driven roles across industries such as:

• Consulting
• Finance
• Retail
• Healthcare and insurance
• Technology and data services
• Marketing and consumer insights
• Supply chain and operations

MSBA Graduates leave DePaul ready for highly in-demand roles such as:

• Data analyst
• Business intelligence analyst
• Data scientist
• Analytics manager
• Marketing or operations analyst

Our graduates apply their expertise to uncover opportunities, solve complex problems and guide strategic decisions in organizations around the world.

Support That Extends Beyond Graduation

At DePaul, your success doesn’t stop at graduation—or even the city limits. You’ll have access to a robust network and dedicated resources that continue long after you earn your degree.

• DePaul’s Career Management Center: Work 1:1 with experienced career coaches and get tailored support for job searches, resumes and interviews.
• Faculty with Industry Ties: Learn from instructors who are active researchers and ready to open doors and provide a real-world perspective.
• Alumni Network That Opens Doors: Join a global business community with more than 74,000 DePaul business graduates—16,000 in Chicago alone—working across consultancies, corporations and government agencies.

Wherever you’re headed next, we’ll help you build a strategy—and a network—to get there.

“During my time at DePaul, I focused on honing my skills in understanding data and deriving business insights from it. I learned to bridge the gap between technical requirements and business goals, focusing on product vision. This comprehensive approach to data analytics prepared me for the challenges I would face in the real world.
When I received an offer from Amazon, it was a dream come true. I was ready to apply my skills and contribute to the company's success. I am grateful for the support and guidance I received from my professors at DePaul, who not only taught me technical skills but also instilled in me the importance of teamwork, communication and problem-solving.”

Sooraj Kumar (MSBA ’23) Planning & Analytics, Amazon

 

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DePaul offers a range of tuition support and financial aid options to make your investment count.

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For more information, contact the Kellstadt office at (312) 362-8810 or kgsb@depaul.edu.

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