MS Business Analytics at University of California, Irvine

Programme overview

Master of Science in Business Analytics Email: [email protected] The Paul Merage School of Business offers a Master of Science in Business Analytics, a self-supporting full-time degree targeted at a mix of individuals with and without work experience in four or five quarters. The Master of Science in Business Analytics program equips students with advanced statistical and analytical skills to derive strategic value from large data sets. As data-driven decision-making becomes crucial across industries, the demand for professionals with business analytics expertise far exceeds the current supply.

Faculty: The Paul Merage School of Business | Study mode: full-time | Location: Irvine, CA, United States

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Entry requirements

Applicants apply directly to the Paul Merage School of Business. Prospective applicants must ensure all prerequisite requirements are fulfilled by the time of matriculation into the program. Admission to graduate-level standing is granted to individuals who hold an undergraduate degree with a satisfactory academic record from a recognized institution. Applicants with a quantitative background, particularly those holding degrees in mathematics, computer science, economics, statistics, engineering, or physics, are encouraged to apply. Applicants for admission will be evaluated on their academic record and potential for leadership, as demonstrated by the materials submitted in the application. These materials must include official university transcripts, two professional or academic references*, two essays, a resume, and a personal interview (by invitation only).

USD 76,300 for the whole programme (2026-27). Programme Fee for the cohort entering Fall 2026 (self-supporting programme, one rate for all students). Cohort entering Summer 2026, 4-quarter track; the 5-quarter track with optional Summer 2027 is $77,800. Excludes Student Services Access Fee, campus fe Source

Graduate applications are submitted online through the UCI graduate application portal; the non-refundable application fee is $135 for U.S. citizens and lawful U.S. permanent residents and $155 for all other applicants. Deadlines are set by each programme. GRE is required by some programmes only; TOEFL or IELTS English proficiency is required of graduate applicants unless waived.

Apply through the official page: https://grad.uci.edu/admissions/

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