Master of Science in Business Analytics
Enhance your ability to drive business success by utilizing cutting-edge analytics tools and strategic insight.
Program Overview
Achieve your career goals faster with this data-driven online master’s in business analytics program
The online Master of Science in Business Analytics program from Youngstown State University prepares you to become a data-driven leader who can help organizations thrive in the competitive digital age. This accelerated program is flexible for working professionals and designed to give you hands-on experience applying leading-edge technology and strategies that are changing how business is conducted around the world.
Through this quantitative degree, you'll gain core business acumen and S.T.E.M expertise to open up a wide range of career advancement opportunities. Delve into predictive modeling and data visualization as you expand your AI skillset to create efficiency and innovation. Develop your credentials in business intelligence and economics as you prepare to manage cross-team collaboration for decision-making and problem-solving.
At YSU, our faculty are committed to your success, bringing industry expertise and mentorship as you complete your online master's in business analytics in as few as 12 months.
The Williamson College of Business Administration at Youngstown State University is accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International).
- Hone your ability to develop meaningful, data-driven questions addressing business and economic challenges
- Build expertise in using analytical tools, combined with managerial and economic knowledge, to enhance organizational decision-making
- Learn to extract, evaluate and understand data to uncover business and economic insights
- Effectively report data-driven insights and recommendations to stakeholders
The MSBA online program prepares you for a variety of high-impact career roles, including:
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Marketing Analyst
- Operations Analyst
- Healthcare Data Consultant
- Financial Analyst
- Business Analytics Manager
- Financial Analytics Manager
- Director of Analytics
As a graduate of the online MSBA program, you will be prepared to:
- Hone your ability to develop meaningful, data-driven questions addressing business and economic challenges
- Build expertise in using analytical tools, combined with managerial and economic knowledge, to enhance organizational decision-making
- Learn to extract, evaluate and understand data to uncover business and economic insights
- Effectively report data-driven insights and recommendations to stakeholders
- Hone your ability to develop meaningful, data-driven questions addressing business and economic challenges
- Build expertise in using analytical tools, combined with managerial and economic knowledge, to enhance organizational decision-making
- Learn to extract, evaluate and understand data to uncover business and economic insights
- Effectively report data-driven insights and recommendations to stakeholders
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Marketing Analyst
- Operations Analyst
- Healthcare Data Consultant
- Financial Analyst
- Business Analytics Manager
- Financial Analytics Manager
- Director of Analytics
Tuition
Discover our affordable online Master of Science in Business Analytics program tuition
The master’s in business analytics online program offers pay-by-the-course tuition that helps you manage your education budget. All fees are included.
Tuition breakdown:
*In-state tuition.
Note: No payment plans are available for accelerated online students.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-State | Out-of-State | In-State | Out-of-State | In-State | Out-of-State | |
| M.S. in Business Analytics | $473 | $478 | $1,419 | $1,434 | $14,190 | $14,340 |
Calendar
View our upcoming enrollment dates and deadlines
YSU online programs feature convenient schedules and multiple start dates each year.
Next Start & Application Due Dates:
| First Starts | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 | 1/5/26 | 12/15/25 | 12/22/25 | 12/31/25 | 1/2/26 | 2/22/26 |
| Spring 2 | 3/9/26 | 2/16/26 | 2/23/26 | 3/4/26 | 3/6/26 | 4/26/26 |
Admissions
Review the requirements for our master’s in business analytics online degree program
The online Master of Science in Business Analytics program from YSU has specific requirements you must meet to be admitted. Please read the admission guidelines to ensure you qualify.
Online application
Professional resume
Professional resume
Online application
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Admission to the M.S. in Business Analytics program is based on the applicant’s undergraduate grade point average and full-time, professional work experience. You must meet the following requirements for admission to the online M.S. Business Analytics degree program.
If applicants meet any of the following conditions, the GMAT/GRE is waived:
- A bachelor's degree in business, economics, or S.T.E.M. with a 3.0 GPA or higher. No full-time professional work experience or standardized test scores required.
- A bachelor's degree in any discipline with a 2.7 GPA or higher and a strong quantitative ability as demonstrated in professional experience, prior coursework or standardized test scores
- A graduate or terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D., MD, or JD) in any field. No work experience or standardized test required.
In addition to the above requirements, applicants need to provide a chronological resume that details their full-time work experience, and official transcripts from all colleges/universities they have attended.
Official Transcripts
Official Transcripts must come directly from the institution. These can be sent electronically via email to [email protected] or mailed to the following address:
Youngstown State University
College of Graduate Studies
Coffelt Hall
1 Tressel Way
Youngstown, OH 44555
Transcripts issued directly to a student by an institution can only be accepted if they are in a sealed envelope from the college or university.
Official GMAT/GRE Test Scores
Official test scores must be submitted directly from the testing organization. The code for Youngstown State University is 1975. Test scores are good for five years.
Resume
After you have submitted your online application, you can then upload your resume to your application from your account. The resume should only include full-time professional work experience. Please refer below for a description of the type of work that should (and should not) be included. Resumes should also include the titles and corresponding dates for all positions held. It is preferred the resume should be submitted in a PDF format.
More About Work Experience
Relevant work experience is determined using an applicant's chronological resume and any requested supporting documents. Work experience is not simply a count of the years of employment, but strongly considers the relevance of the full-time experience as it relates to the nature of the program. This is typically demonstrated through a history of full-time positions where an applicant has documentable experience of working on budgets, financial forecasting, data analysis, performance metrics, market research, marketing analytics, process optimizations and/or project management. For strong applicants, the work experience qualification is supported by a career progression evidenced by increased roles, responsibilities, accomplishments and/or formal promotions.
Please note: The chronological resume may include non-professional positions, part-time (i.e., less than 40 hours per week) professional positions, volunteerism or internships, provided they demonstrate experience as it relates to the nature of the program.
More About Certifications
Professional Certification List:
- CFA (Charted Financial Analyst)
- CFP (Certified Financial Planner)
- CMA (Certified Management Accountant)
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
- CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management)
- CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional)
- CSM (Certified ScrumMaster)
- Lean Black Belt (certified by either ASQ or IISE)
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (certified by either ASQ or IISE)
- PMI PMP
- Six Sigma Black Belt (certified by either ASQ or IISE)
More About S.T.E.M Degrees
S.T.E.M is an acronym that refers to teaching and learning in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. For a complete list of specific degree programs that meet the S.T.E.M criteria, refer to the DHS S.T.E.M Designated Degree Program List. If a specific degree program (the CIP Code Title) is not included in this list, the degree program does not meet the S.T.E.M admission criteria.
Courses
Explore our online Master of Science in Business Analytics program curriculum
For the master’s in business analytics online program, you are required to complete 30 credit hours, including 27 credit hours of core courses and one three-credit elective.
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*Price includes in-state tuition and fees. For students from outside Ohio, tuition and fees total $14,340.
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