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天美传媒 is proud to partner with the INFORMS Analytics Society and Boston Consulting Group (BCG) as a sponsor of the Innovative Applications in Analytics Award (IAAA).
Master of Science in Business Analytics Program
Master key analytical and decision-making skills in just one year and launch a lucrative career focused on big data with an MS in business analytics from Adelphi in New York, in person or online.
What Is Business Analytics?
Business analytics is the practice of using data, statistical analysis and technology to uncover insights that drive smarter business decisions. It spans everything from understanding past performance and diagnosing problems to predicting future outcomes and recommending the best course of action.
Why Earn an MS in Business Analytics?
The field of business analytics is growing at a tremendous pace. With a master鈥檚 degree in this exciting field, you鈥檒l be trained to optimize business results in companies around the globe focused on marketing, finance, supply chain, healthcare and more. Truly a business degree of the future, an MS in business analytics opens up a variety of career options, such as data scientist, data analyst, business analyst, machine learning analyst, business intelligence analyst, data analytics consultant or operations analyst. This master鈥檚 degree in business analytics is a 30-credit program that can be completed in one year of full-time study, and it will also lay the foundation for you to pursue a PhD in analytics.
Why Earn an MS in Business Analytics at 天美传媒 Either in New York or Online?
- Stand out to future employers as a highly competitive data scientist with rigorous training in our STEM-designated degree program, earning your MS in business analytics at your pace鈥攆ull or part time.
- Benefit from an innovative teaching approach that integrates data from multiple sources and emphasizes close collaboration with faculty in classes of 15 students or less.
- Get hands-on experience with the newest data tools including R, Python and Tableau, learning how to apply machine learning, text analytics and artificial intelligence in any organization or industry.
- Choose to complete your business analytics graduate degree fully online if that works best with your schedule. At Adelphi, you have flexible options.
Cost-Saving Opportunity
Our new Graduate Merit Scholarship offers yearly awards ranging from $3,000 to $10,000. These can be renewed every year, so you can save substantially on tuition while earning a career-boosting Adelphi graduate degree. Our Ammon Business Challenge Scholarship offers an additional one-time award of $7,500 to a limited number of qualified applicants in STEM-Designated Programs.
This program is STEM-designated, offering specialized training in high-demand fields, and eligible international students can extend their OPT to 36 months.
Professors leading the program are enthusiastic, vastly knowledgeable about the topics, and inspire candidates to grow and further develop their skills and capabilities. From personal experience, I have been able to develop technical capabilities such as programming in Python with a knowledge of various libraries and methods.
Jaime Dasso 鈥�18, MS 鈥�20
MS in Business Analytics
15% Off Your Tuition
Thanks to Adelphi鈥檚 partnership with HIA-LI, all HIA-LI members are eligible to receive a 15% discount off the published tuition rate when you sign up for a business degree. We are committed to helping you afford an Adelphi education in this critical field.
Exceptional Hands-On Learning
Our focus on real-world business situations will prepare you to tackle the industry鈥檚 biggest challenges. Within the business analytics master鈥檚 degree program, you鈥檒l have the opportunity to work on projects for our corporate partners and present the final product to company contacts. Your learning experience culminates in a strategic capstone project, where you鈥檒l collaborate with classmates on a real analytics project in your area of interest.
Students are encouraged to use Natural Language Process concepts learned in the classroom to create concrete innovative solutions to real problems.
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They come from India, China and Vietnam, Ghana and Uganda, Spain and Sweden, Paraguay and Peru, and 25 other countries鈥攊ncluding Kazakhstan and Mongolia鈥攆rom around the globe. They're the 330 international students who are at Adelphi continuing their education in our master's degree or PhD programs.
Working on data analytics consulting projects with Corona Organizacion and FragranceNet.com applied class learning to practical situations to make real, meaningful impacts on businesses. These projects improved my hard and soft skills鈥攖he experience was priceless.
Anuar Mukhambetzhanov, MS 鈥�23
MS in Business Analytics
Networking Opportunities
We regularly host industry leaders for networking events and classroom presentations, keeping you connected to a successful business community. You鈥檒l also be able to tap into a powerful network of more than 18,000 Robert B. Willumstad School of Business alumni, many of whom work just over 20 miles away in New York City.
Who鈥檚 hiring Adelphi graduates with a master鈥檚 degree in business analytics?
Thanks to our exceptional academic support and personalized approach, with a MS in business analytics, you will be well preparedto take the next step in your career. Here are some of the roles our business analytics graduates have been hired for after completing their degree at Adelphi:
- Senior analyst at CH Global Capital
- Analytics at Northwell Health
- U.S. personal banking analytics associate at Citi
- Partnership analyst at NBCUniversal Media
- Artificial intelligence and data analytics at Stanley Black & Decker
- Client services analyst at S&P Global
- Data analyst at Southern Telecom Inc.
- Business intelligence and data visualization associate at Wavemaker
- Business analyst at BDIPlus
- Business intelligence analyst at Fragrance.com
Have other questions about your career options? Learn more about what you can do with your master鈥檚 degree in business analytics.
Program Info
Courses & Requirements
Application Requirements
Applicants for the program should submit the following application requirements:
- Graduate application and $60 fee
- Official transcripts from all prior institutions and proof of bachelor鈥檚 degree from an accredited four-year institution
- Video statement
- A letter of recommendation from an academic or professional source (optional)
- R茅sum茅 including internship and work experience related to the program
- Course-by-course evaluation: All graduate applicants with undergraduate-level work completed outside of the United States will be required to send a course-by-course evaluation of their academic work prepared by a NACES member organization. Adelphi recommends you use or (discount provided for Adelphi applicants), , or , but any evaluation would be acceptable.
Additional Requirements
Graduate students officially registered in other divisions of the University may register for coursework within the Robert B. Willumstad School of Business only if written permission from the appropriate dean, adviser or chair is presented at registration. It must indicate that the coursework taken within the Willumstad School of Business will count toward degree requirements in the corresponding program. Students registering on a continuing basis under this classification will be considered visiting students.
Graduate students officially registered in a business degree program at another accredited university may register for coursework within the Willumstad School of Business if written permission from their appropriate dean, chair or program director is presented at registration.
As an international student, this program extends your time to enhance your career prospects.
Admissions
Understanding Costs and Savings
Learn about the costs you can expect, and discover how scholarships, grants and financial aid packages can put an Adelphi education within reach.
One-Stop Student Services
The rapport that is able to be built between students and professors sets this program apart from others. I was well prepared for my job interview because I got to practice some of the projects in class and gain some hands-on experience through discussions with the professors. Data is everywhere, and after completing my degree I feel confident about uncovering data-driven insights and sharing them with others.
Chensheng Wen, MS 鈥�22
MS in Business Analytics
FAQs About Business Analytics Graduate Programs
Yes. A master鈥檚 degree in business analytics can be a strong investment because organizations need professionals who can turn data, analytics and AI tools into smart business decisions. This program helps students build practical skills in data analysis, business intelligence, machine learning, visualization, AI applications and strategy, preparing them for competitive opportunities in today鈥檚 data-driven job market.
No. Students do not need undergraduate degrees in business analytics to apply. The program welcomes applicants from a variety of backgrounds, including , economics, finance, computer science, mathematics, statistics, engineering, artificial intelligence and related fields. Students only need a bachelor鈥檚 degree from an accredited four-year institution and an interest in using data and AI-driven insights to solve business problems. Explore Adelphi鈥檚 undergraduate business degrees on the Majors & Programs page.
With a master鈥檚 degree in business analytics, students can prepare for careers that combine data, technology, AI and business decision-making. Graduates can apply their skills in many industries, including finance, healthcare, marketing, consulting, technology and operations. The degree can also help students advance their current careers or transition into analytics- and AI-focused roles. Learn more about specific careers for business analytics graduates.
A business analytics degree can lead to roles such as business analyst, data analyst, business intelligence analyst, AI analyst, data visualization specialist, market research analyst, financial analyst, operations analyst, risk analyst, analytics consultant or data science consultant. With experience, graduates may also move into leadership roles in analytics, business intelligence, AI strategy or data strategy. Adelphi鈥檚 business analytics graduate program gives students practical, career-focused skills in analytics, business intelligence and AI, preparing them to succeed in a growing field where data-driven and AI-supported decision-making are essential. Learn more about the jobs a business analytics degree opens up.
Awards & Recognition
Colleges of Distinction: Business
Adelphi is recognized as a College of Distinction for business programs that balance theory with real-world application, preparing graduates to lead with confidence, integrity and agility.
Princeton Review *
Princeton Review has honored our Robert B. Willumstad School of Business as a Best Business School and its MBA program as a Best Online MBA for 2025.
* valid through July 2026
AACSB Accredited
Adelphi鈥檚 Willumstad School of Business has held accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) since 2007鈥攁n honor earned by fewer than 6% of the world鈥檚 16,000 business schools.
Forbes
For the third consecutive year, 天美传媒 has been recognized as the highest-ranked private university on Long Island on Forbes鈥� 2026 America鈥檚 Top Colleges list.
天美传媒鈥檚 Ranking
Wall Street Journal/College Pulse
Adelphi earned national recognition in the 2026 Wall Street Journal/College Pulse rankings for its strong student outcomes. The University ranked highly in social mobility and best salaries, reflecting the lifetime return on investment it provides to students.
Ranked one of the best
Colleges of Distinction: Career Development
Adelphi is recognized as a Career Development College of Distinction for the exceptional way that we equip students with skills to succeed in their lifelong career journey.
Expert Career Guidance
U.S. News & World Report
Adelphi has been named a Best College among National Universities for eight consecutive years. Adelphi remains the top-ranked private university on Long Island.
Celebrate Our Rise
Colleges of Distinction: International
Adelphi is recognized as a College of Distinction for the exceptional support services we provide international students at every stage of their academic journey.
Times Higher Education
Times Higher Education ranks Adelphi in the top 8 percent of four-year universities in the United States and as one of the best universities in the world.
Global Recognition