Master of Science in Business Analytics
Master of Science in Business Analytics
The Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) program equips you with the skills to analyze large datasets and solve modern business challenges. You'll gain expertise in cloud infrastructure, coding best practices, AI concepts and their impacts on business. The curriculum emphasizes data analytics, technical communication, and problem-solving — empowering you to identify and resolve complex issues. Our inclusive program positions students from many academic backgrounds for success.
Why Choose Smith's MSBA?
Smith's STEM-designated MSBA program blends analytical programming, business management and AI concepts, preparing you to address real-world challenges and communicate insights effectively. Whether your background is in liberal arts or quantitative fields, we provide the resources to help you excel.
We'll help you transition into the program early on through foundational courses that teach you how to code, use in-demand technology and gain basic analytical skills.
Develop practical experience with AI and big data, and learn to manage their influence in business with competence and integrity.
Before graduating, you’ll partner with one of Smith’s corporate sponsors and use data to help solve business problems using the technical and analytical skills you’ve gained.
Upcoming MS in Business Analytics Events
Connect with Smith's MSBA Academic Director
8:30 AM EST
MS Drop In Consultations
10:00 AM EST
MS Drop In Consultations
8:30 AM EST
#15 - Business Analytics Program (QS, 2024)
Alumni Profiles
Our MSBA students pursue competitive and exciting opportunities in their fields after graduating. Their experiences at Smith helped them to expand their network, solidify their career goals and prepared them to perform their job responsibilities a step above the rest.
“I was confused about which elective to take. I emailed Tunay Tunca, and he gave a detailed response about each course. His accessibility was extremely valuable.”
Sahitya Angara
MSBA ’20
Business Intelligence Engineer at Google
“My data analysis courses not only sharpened my SQL, Python and analytical skills, but also helped me present findings in the best way. I frequently use these skills when I handle business data requests from my clients at work.”
Lavanya Rallabandi
MSBA ’19
Manager at Axtria
“I’m grateful for the amazing friendships and opportunities Smith has provided me. The environment is inclusive and this community is behind me all the way.”
Pearl Yu
MSBA ’19
Learn from Expert Faculty
Your professors are savvy, well-connected leaders whose research has changed the world of business analytics. They will push you to take your skills to the next level and offer valuable guidance as you navigate your coursework and career.
Guest scholar at the Center on Social and Economic Dynamics at the Brookings Institution.
Expert in individual decisions and economic equilibrium, innovation, and technology and social influences on economic behavior.
More than a decade of experience researching and teaching on industrial and technological information systems at major universities.
Expert in simulation methodology and stochastic simulation-based optimization used in electric power and health service systems.
Associate editor of seven industry journals.
Works closely with companies on dynamic pricing, ridesharing, and production and distribution operations.
Expert in supply chain scheduling, dynamic pricing, optimization, and production and transportation operations.
Academic Director
Suresh Acharya
Professor of Practice
Academic Director, MS in Business Analytics
Faculty
Professor of Practice
suresh12@umd.edu
Faculty Director, QUEST
bardossy@umd.edu
Clinical Professor of Information Systems
jbono@umd.edu
Dean's Chair in Management Science
zlchen@umd.edu
Assistant Professor of Information Systems
jmclark@umd.edu
Adjunct Faculty
mdegrano@rhsmith.umd.edu
Assistant Professor
xjguo@umd.edu
Associate Clinical Professor
kimsj22@umd.edu
Associate Clinical Professor
adamlee@umd.edu
Dean's Professor of Management Science and Operations Management
raghavan@umd.edu
Dean's Professor of Management Science and Operations Management
ttunca@umd.edu
Associate Professor of Operations Management
yxu1@umd.edu
MS in Business Analytics at a Glance
Available as a Plus 1 Program
If you're a current University of Maryland freshman, sophomore or junior, you can pursue your MS Business Analytics degree through the Plus 1 program. You’ll save time and thousands of dollars on graduate tuition through this accelerated business master’s program.
Apply and Receive Admissions Benefits
Maryland Advantage can make it easier for applicants who have completed their undergraduate and/or graduate degree in the United States to transition into the business master’s program by helping them save money on tuition, skip graduate entrance exams and get personalized career counseling before starting their program.
Acquire Valuable Skills with STEM Designation
As a Smith MSBA student, we’ll build on your current talents by teaching you the ins and outs of popular tools and concepts, including:
- AI and Big Data Frameworks
- Amazon Web Service
- Data Analysis and Visualization
- Decision Analytics
- Deep Learning
- Excel Solver and Solver Table
- Google Analytics
- Hadoop
- Hive
- NLP and Text Analytics
- Python
- R
- Spark
- SQL
- Statistical Models
- Tableau
Where Your Degree Can Take You
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2023
*Data for 2023 graduates who reported their salaries to Smith's Office of Career Services. Please note these figures do not meet the 75 percent MBACSEA reporting threshold.
Picture Yourself in These Careers
“My team worked with an international retailer, using Google Analytics to run a marketing campaign for their business. I used data to drive their decision making.”
Bryce Trezise
BCom Economics
MSBA ’19
Senior Finance & Ops Specialist at Deloitte
Companies who have Hired our MS in Business Analytics Graduates
- Alibaba Group
- Amazon
- CapitalOne
- Deloitte
- Microsoft
- Walmart Labs
- Wayfair
Boost Your Professional Skills
Smith’s Office of Career Services (OCS) can help you bridge the gap between being a student and an employed professional. You’ll have one-on-one access to a career coach who will provide you with personalized tips on articulating your strengths when interacting with your future employer.
Connect With Your Classmates
You’ll have plenty of opportunities to make connections at Smith and engage in exciting social activities through the Smith Masters Student Association. You can join an business analytics-related club or others that provide you with general connections and skills.
MSBA Advisory Council
Advisory Councils keep us actively engaged with industry leaders and experts, who bring their real-world experience to help shape what students learn, match classroom lessons to real-world needs, and widen the pipeline for internship and job opportunities.
Contact Us
Business Master's Office
2303 Van Munching Hall
College Park, Maryland 20742-1815
Phone: 301-405-2559
E-mail: SmithMasters@umd.edu
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday
Questions? Contact the MBA & Business Master's Admissions Office at 301-405-2559 or SmithMasters@umd.edu.