MS Business Analytics at George Washington University

Programme overview

Initiated in 2013, the GW School of Business master of science in business analytics program trains students to master real-world analytics and consulting skills for effective data-driven decision-making. Since its inception, the program has worked with leading analytics organizations–including IBM and Deloitte–to develop and continue to enhance a rigorous and balanced curriculum that encompasses the technical, quantitative, and qualitative skills for effectively developing, deploying, and communicating business analytics solutions.

Faculty: GW School of Business | Department: Decision Sciences | Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

9 credits in DNSC courses, or courses from other departments with the approval of the program director.

Career pathways

The program closely collaborates with its advisory group of leading analytics organizations (such as IBM, Deloitte, SAS, Accenture, MITRE, and Attain) on the development and overall growth of the program, assisting students with their practicum projects, and providing career development and networking opportunities.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Our application process for designated degree and certificate programs is through a secure, electronic submission process. The application and uploaded electronic documents will be submitted directly to the Office of Graduate Admissions via a secure, online process. Please list your entire work history including start and stop dates. You can upload the resume in the Employment History section of the online application form. A Statement of Purpose is required for your application. Be sure to check your academic program of interest for any specific requirements regarding the statement. If there are no specific program requirements, your statement of approximately 500 words should address your

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Offers of admission are valid for the semester stated in the admission letter; most graduate programmes use rolling admissions, and some review applications collectively after the deadline.

Graduate applications are submitted through the Graduate Application Center with a non-refundable $80 application fee; deadlines vary by programme and school. Processing usually takes four to six weeks.

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