Online Master of Science in Business Analytics
Develop Analytics Skills That Drive Results
100% Online
18 Months
30 Credit Hours
$572 per Credit
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Lead With Confidence in Data-Driven Business
- Apply By: 05/21/26
- Start Class: 06/04/26
At USC Upstate, the online master’s in business analytics program equips you with real-world, career-ready expertise in data analytics, AI and business strategy. Through project-based learning, mentorship and hands-on training in tools like R, Python, SQL and Tableau, you’ll transform raw data into actionable insights. This AACSB-accredited program prepares you to lead with confidence so you can reach greater heights in your career.
Program Details
- 100% online, ideal for working professionals
- Learn in-demand tools: R, Python, SQL, Tableau, AI
- No GRE or GMAT required
- No application fee
- AACSB accredited
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Curriculum
Prepare for High-Impact Analytics Roles
30 Total Credits
10 Courses
In USC Upstate’s online master’s in business analytics program. You’re empowered to put down the textbook and learn by doing. You’ll gain real-world experience with R, Python, SQL, Tableau and AI while solving business challenges. You will visualize data, build dashboards, forecast trends and design machine learning models to develop the skills employers seek. Each course connects to practice through case studies, projects with regional companies, and applications across industries. By graduation, you will have a portfolio of projects, confidence in your abilities and career-ready leadership skills.
Turn Data Knowledge Into Career Power
Build In-Demand Expertise
Gain hands-on experience with Python, SQL and Tableau while creating a portfolio that proves your value to employers.
Bridge Data and Strategy
Emerge as a leader who connects insights to decisions by learning to blend technical expertise with business strategy.
Turn Learning Into Experience
Work on projects that solve real company challenges, giving you career-ready skills from your very first course.
Admissions Requirements
Business Analytics Online Degree Admission Requirements
Application Deadline 05/21/26
Start Date 06/04/26
Take the next step toward unlocking your professional potential by completing your application for the online master’s in business analytics program today. Learn more below.
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| Degree and Minimum GPA | Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0* on a 4.0 scale |
| Transcripts | Official transcripts are required for all previous undergraduate and graduate study |
| Transfer Credits | Up to 9 transfer credits accepted |
| Official Test Score(s) | GMAT/GRE not required |
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International Students
All international students must demonstrate English language proficiency for admission. If you do not meet the English proficiency requirement, you may be admitted conditionally.
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Business Analytics Online Degree Tuition
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| Cost per Credit Hour | $572 |
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| Total Number of Credit Hours | 30 |
| Total Estimated Tuition | $17,160 |
| Other Costs to Budget For | The estimated tuition cost does not include factors like textbooks or other expenses |
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Tuition Details
What Is the Career Outlook for Business Analytics Graduates?
USC Upstate’s online master’s in business analytics program prepares you for in-demand roles such as data scientist, information security analyst, and computer systems analyst. With a projected 34 percent growth in data science jobs from 2024 to 20341, this field offers strong career momentum. You’ll gain the skills to turn data into strategy, make informed decisions and step confidently into roles that drive business impact across industries.
In-Demand Business Analytics Careers
Data Scientist $112,950 per year1
Information Security Analyst $124,910 per year2
What Will I Learn in the Online M.S. in Business Analytics Program?
Develop the skills to turn data into actionable insights with USC Upstate’s online master’s in business analytics program. You’ll learn to analyze complex information, uncover meaningful patterns and communicate findings that drive smarter business decisions. This program prepares you to tackle intricate challenges and make an impact across industries.
Program Outcomes
- Build expertise in descriptive, predictive and prescriptive analytics, and know how to apply each to real-world business challenges
- Develop the skills to manage datasets of all sizes, organize them effectively, and uncover patterns that drive smarter decisions
- Learn to visualize complex data, design impactful dashboards, and present insights in ways leaders can act on
Personalized Guidance in Every Classroom
At USC Upstate, our faculty are more than instructors — they’re mentors invested in your success. With real-world experience, advanced credentials and a commitment to personal attention, they guide you through practical learning that prepares you for a meaningful career. Small classes and low student-to-faculty ratios ensure you have the support you need to grow and thrive.
Uma Gupta, Associate Professor and Founding Director of Business Analytics
Faculty Spotlight: Uma Gupta
Dr. Gupta combines academic rigor with real-world impact. A Fulbright Scholar and AI Ethics researcher, she leads projects that drive data-driven decision-making, digital transformation, and responsible AI practices, from municipal financial dashboards to global industry solutions. Dr. Gupta brings practical insights to the classroom, equipping students with skills in analytics, visualization and ethical technology leadership.
Sources and Disclaimer
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Data Scientists.” Retrieved Sept. 22, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/math/data-scientists.htm.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. ” Information Security Analysts.” Retrieved Sept. 22, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/information-security-analysts.htm.
*Applicants with a GPA below 3.0 may be considered under exceptional circumstances.