MS Business Analytics

Master of Science in Business Analytics

As organizations increasingly recognize the importance of analytics in driving business success, SZABIST offers a forward-looking MS Business Analytics program tailored to equip students with the critical skills and insights needed for the future. With 60% of organizations acknowledging the rising significance of analytics skills, our program integrates robust business acumen with cutting-edge analytics tools, emphasizing descriptive, diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive analytics.

According to the Future of Jobs Report (2023) by the World Economic Forum, the demand for Business Analytics professionals is projected to grow by 30-35% over the next four years. This surge is driven by advances in frontier technologies and the increasing adoption of big data. Industries such as Financial Services (31%), Retail & Wholesale of Consumer Goods (37%), and Supply Chain & Transportation (42%) are projected to experience significant growth, making expertise in business analytics more valuable than ever. With analytics expected to create 1.4 million new jobs between 2023 and 2027, MSBA graduates will be well-prepared to take on leadership roles across diverse industries, including finance, marketing, HRM, and project management.

At the core of MSBA program is a focus on leveraging AI for predictive analysis and optimization, ensuring that graduates are at the forefront of innovation in data-driven decision-making. The MSBA program also cultivates an entrepreneurial mindset, encouraging students to innovate and create value through data, while preparing them to tackle real-world challenges and lead new ventures. The opportunity to engage in hands-on research enable students to explore emerging trends and contribute to advancements in business analytics, with collaboration on projects enabling them to produce impactful findings that shape industry practices.

Supported by mentorship and access to top-tier resources, MSBA program ensures that students gain practical experience in research in business analytics, data management, analytics, and visualization techniques. This positions MSBA graduates as valuable assets in a data-centric world, where strategic decision-making is paramount.

Eligibility:
  • For admission in the MSBA program, the applicant must possess a minimum of 16 years of education/4-year Bachelor/Master degree with a minimum of 2.0 CGPA or a minimum 50% marks from an HEC recognized university. Students with non-relevant background need to complete remedial/deficiency courses in the first semester before they will be permitted to continue regular courses. This semester will be considered a zero semester and the credits will not contribute to the CGPA. These courses will be mentioned on the transcript with a zero GPA. The length of the completion of the degree will increase by one semester though the maximum limit of four years of degree completion will remain the same. GAT (General) or HAT relevant with minimum 50% score or GRE with minimum 300 score is mandatory requirement for MS students.