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Masters in Business Analytics · Tier III
Salary & Career
avg salary$111,749
employed at 3mo90%
Program Info
duration1 year
tuition$69,822
formatFull-time
teachingExperiential learning through a year-long team-based practicum project integrated with lecture-based courses
Class Profile
class size50
avg age27
avg work experience2 years
women %48%
international %34%
Rankings
QS rank#39
tierIII
Admissions
GMAT Range
640-740
TOEFL Min
80+
IELTS Min
7.0+
GRE
Accepted
Application Deadlines
round1October 15, 2024
round2January 15, 2025
round3March 15, 2025
Curriculum
Core Courses
Foundations of Business AnalyticsData ManagementData VisualizationStatistical AnalysisBig DataMachine LearningOrganizational Strategy and Analytics
Top Recruiters
AmazonGoogleMetaDeloitteEYPwCKPMG
Top Industries
TechnologyConsultingFinancial Services
Program Highlights
  • -Experiential learning with real-world projects
  • -Strong career support
  • -STEM-designated program
ROI
total cost$69,822
program typeMasters in Business Analytics
APPLICATION TIMELINE
# plan your timeline for Masters in Business Analytics
deadline:
Oct 15, 2025
[!] Deadline passed remaining
progress:0/25 tasks
what_ready:
# reminders:
- ⚠️ URGENT: Less than 3 months until deadline - prioritize immediately
- Consider taking GMAT within 4 weeks - limited prep time remaining
- Focus on essay quality - this is your strongest differentiator now
- Reach out to recommenders immediately - they need advance notice
TIMELINE BREAKDOWN
[done]GMAT/GRE Preparation
# Study and take standardized test
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Jul 15, 2025 (-414 days)
[done]Document Gathering
# Collect transcripts and credentials
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Aug 15, 2025 (-383 days)
[done]Letters of Recommendation
# Request and follow up on references
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Aug 15, 2025 (-383 days)
[done]Essay Writing
# Draft and refine application essays
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Sep 15, 2025 (-352 days)
[done]Final Review & Submission
# Complete and submit application
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Oct 15, 2025 (-322 days)
# general guide only. check official website for requirements.
ADMISSION CALCULATOR
Masters in Business Analytics
gpa (0-4.0):
>
gmat (200-800):
>
work_experience (yrs):
>
admission_probability:
60%
[target]
[+]gpa: strong
[~]test: average
[~]exp: average
recommendations:
- Seek leadership opportunities in current role
# estimate only. actual decisions consider essays, interviews, etc.
data: Financial Times & QS 2025
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