What is it?

Business analytics is the science of translating vast amounts of complex data into clear, manageable information in order to make sound decisions. The technique of business analytics borrows from a variety of fields, including:

• Operations research
• Statistics
• Information systems
• Machine learning and computer science 

The demand for expertise in business analytics is growing in many different applications, including:

• Marketing (e.g. market basket analysis, social network and sentiment analysis)
• Supply chain management
• Finance
• Healthcare
• Security and fraud detection
• Scientific solutions and more

Texas MS in Business Analytics

The University of Texas McCombs School of Business is proud to offer this outstanding specialized program, offered through the Information, Risk and Operations Management department. Because of our strong relationship with the corporate community, graduates are uniquely positioned for success. This one-year program provides a variety of exclusive resources.

• Eager support and recruitment from industry leaders like Walmart, IBM and Bazaarvoice
• Award-winning McCombs School faculty - ranked 2011's "Best Business School Professors" by The Princeton Review
• The Information, Risk and Operations Management Department itself is ranked in the top five best programs for information systems education in U.S. News and World Report
• An impressive record for career placement and post-graduate success

Apply Today

We're looking for highly qualified undergraduate degree holders with quantitative and/or technical backgrounds. No work experience is required (though those with work experience are encouraged to apply), and you can finish the degree in less than a year. Visit Admissions to learn more!