Curriculum
The UVA M.S. in Business Analytics Program equips professionals with robust analytical skills, enterprise-wide business acumen, and problem-solving expertise to leverage data for informed decision-making. You will apply quantitative analysis and evidence-based case studies to solve real-world business issues, support strategic decisions, and communicate complex analyses to peers and executives.
Program Highlights
In one year and 30 credit hours, develop the portfolio of hands-on and soft skills you need to leverage business analytics and effectively translate and communicate your insights into strategic corporate actions, solutions, and results.
Integrated Modules
A key advantage of the M.S. in Business Analytics Program is its highly integrated, modular curriculum, which includes five modules that each blend vital analytics, business, and leadership skills — managing projects and teams, executive communication and presentation skills, consulting skills, and design thinking.
MSBA Prep
Modules
Immersive Experience
Global Elective Course
The Global Elective Course is an optional one-week immersive experience led by Darden and/or McIntire faculty outside of the United States. The course provides an opportunity to explore business analytics in a global context and more closely examines:
- The integration of business analytics into the business and economic sectors
- The identification of the impact business analytics and data science have on major industries
- The consideration of the geopolitical dynamics facilitating the destination’s role in global business analytics
- The local culture, with a lens focused on how culture impacts business
Destination & Program Fee
The location of the Global Elective Course is typically revealed during the Charlottesville residency in September. One destination will be selected, and the global course will run as long as enrollment numbers are sufficient. Prior to the Global Elective Course enrollment deadline, students will be invited to join an information session to learn details about the course’s learning opportunity, logistics, timeline, and pricing and how to sign up.
The destination for the MSBA Class of 2026 has not been selected; however, we are committed to offering a location that will provide excellent learning opportunities, relevant to the analytics curriculum and global business. The program fee for Class of 2026 travel will be confirmed and communicated once the location is determined. For planning purposes, students may want to use an estimate of $5,000, though this is subject to change.
Course Descriptions
Disclosure: The information contained on this website is for informational purposes only. The Undergraduate Record and Graduate Record represent the official repository for academic program requirements.