With a world that’s increasingly reliant on data, it’s no wonder that analytics skills are among the most in-demand for employers all over the globe. For companies and organizations, the need to ensure that decisions are driven by real-world conditions and not merely intuition is even more critical, as the stakes are high.
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Students and working professionals in Utah are eager to determine which educational programs might help them get a leg up against the competition. A long and successful career in business analytics usually means completing an advanced degree, such as a master’s degree, as the skills and techniques used in the field generally go beyond an undergraduate education.
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Fortunately for students in Utah, there are multiple options for getting this type of degree. We wanted to help prospective applicants and professionals in the state weigh their options, so we took a look at the numbers, comparing all the business degrees offered in the state to determine which degrees in this field are most worth the investment. Our analysis covered factors like accreditation (AACSB is the gold standard), cost, flexibility and more.
Our Selection Criteria
- Reputation: How the university and program is thought of by its peers.
- Credibility: How well the program ranks in major degree rating publications.
- Flexibility: How flexible the program is in terms of online class times, time to complete degree, etc.
- Value: Comparison of the quality of education to cost.
Programs in This Section
#1. Brigham Young University
730 TNRB, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT 84602
Business Analytics Degree:
- Master of Information Systems Management Business Analytics and Intelligence Track
Other Applicable Degrees:
- Master of Accounting, MBA
Program Description:
BYU’s Marriott School of Business is home to Utah’s best business analytics graduate degree, a Master of Information Systems Management, Business Analytics and Intelligence Track. The average student will be able to complete this traditional degree in just one year, and other specializations include security and forensics, development, IT architecture and business strategy. Because BYU is owned by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, LDS students can access a lower tuition rate than non-Mormon students.
Degree Details:
Accreditation
AACSB
Admissions
Bachelor’s degree; GMAT or GRE required; English proficiency scores required for international applicants
Tuition
$20,351 LDS; $40,702 non-LDS (30 credits)
Online?
No
Visit School
https://marriottschool.byu.edu/infosys/mism/tracks/business-analytics-intelligence/
#2. Utah State University
3500 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322
Business Analytics Degree:
- Master of Data Analytics
Other Applicable Degrees:
- Master of Human Resources, Master of Science in Economics, MBA (online optional)
Program Description:
Utah State’s Jon M. Huntsman School of Business is home to a Master of Data Analytics that gives students the option of three specializations — management information systems, economics and finance, and statistics. Most students will be able to finish their training in about 18 months, while other students may be interested in the online-optional MBA.
Degree Details:
Accreditation
AACSB
Admissions
Bachelor’s degree; GMAT optional, 40th percentile verbal and quantitative recommended; English proficiency scores required for international applicants
Tuition
$21,087 (33 credits)
Online?
No
Visit School
https://huntsman.usu.edu/mdata/
#3. University of Utah
1655 East Campus Center Drive, Salt Lake City, UT 84112
Business Analytics Degree:
- Master of Science in Business Analytics
Other Applicable Degrees:
- Master of Business Creation, Master of Real Estate Development, MBA, Online Master of Science in Information Systems
Program Description:
The David Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah is home to the third and final program to make our Utah shortlist — a Master of Science in Business analytics. This campus-based program gives students the option of attending full-time or part-time, and the average part-time student can complete their degree in about 18 months. Other degree options include a unique Master of Business Creation as well as a Master of Real Estate Development.
Degree Details:
Accreditation
AACSB
Admissions
Bachelor’s degree; GMAT or GRE optional; English proficiency scores required for international applicants
Tuition
$34,550 in-state; $59,200 out-of-state (30 credits)
Online?
No
Visit School
https://eccles.utah.edu/programs/master-of-science-in-business-analytics/