Ms in Business Analytics and AI Degree Options
Employers need skilled workers who can translate big data into recommendations for profitable actions. Choose a Master of Science in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence at UT Dallas and learn the skills to decipher and translate data patterns for decision-making.
Get a Master of Science in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence at UT Dallas
The Master of Science in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence (MS BUAN) program is a 36 semester-credit-hour STEM-designated (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) degree program at the Naveen Jindal School of Management. This highly ranked program provides students with the practical and theoretical knowledge needed to pursue careers involving a wide variety of data science, data engineering and data analytics roles within several business domains. The MS BUAN students learn marketable skills that today’s employers are seeking.
The degree program consists of a set of core courses and a set of electives organized into tracks. In addition to teaching the core analytics concepts covering descriptive, prescriptive and predictive analytics, courses cover tools like SAS, R, Python, Hadoop, Stata and Tableau. The Jindal School offers students three ways to complete their MS in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence:
Which Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence format would you like to learn about?
No matter what you want from this program, the Jindal School has a plan. Here are the tools and the options to make it happen for you:
What kind of placement rates does our program have?
According to our senior exit surveys in 2022:
- 90% of all our graduates (domestic and international) found a job within 90 days of graduation
- The average compensation package was $94,000 USD
MS in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Flex
This flexible program allows students to complete the MS in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence at their own pace.
Students who choose the Flex format have the freedom to pick courses that enable them to pursue opportunities in specialized areas of business analytics and artificial intelligence. At the Jindal School, our students can select elective courses from the following tracks:
- Accounting Analytics
- Cybersecurity Analytics
- Data Engineering
- Data Science
- Decisions and Operations Analytics
- Enterprise Systems Analytics
- Financial Analytics
- Healthcare Analytics
- Marketing Analytics
- Social Media Analytics
- Product and Innovation Analytics
With the MS in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Flex program, students can complete the program at their own pace and tailor their degree in preparation for specific career goals. The core courses are designed to provide a foundation of tools and techniques to be used in the analytics domain, while electives allow for the business application of the core techniques in accounting, cybersecurity, finance, healthcare, information technology, marketing, social media and operations.
Our program equips students with the technical tools and professional communication skills needed to practice business analytics and artificial intelligence. We encourage students looking for flexibility and freedom to apply to the MS in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Flex program.
MS in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence FlexStudent Testimonials
Abhishek Mishra, MS’18
Senior Specialist Data Scientist, AT&T Services
I joined UT Dallas in Fall 2016 and at that time I already had a couple of years of experience in the data analytics.
Samhitha Bhat, MS ‘22
The UT Dallas Business Analytics program has been transformative for my career, elevating me to achieve my goals. Equipped with essential skills for Business Intelligence, I gained valuable leadership experience and a robust professional network. I’m grateful for the top-tier education and highly recommend this program to those aspiring for success in this field.
Vivek Patil, MS’18
Senior Analytics in Advisory, Ernst & Young (EY)
After joining UTD in Fall 2016, I have persistently seen changes in the program structure and courses offered, which made it more challenging.
Ailing Hua, MS ‘23
Joining the MSBA flex program was a game-changer. Scholarships made learning accessible, and practical focus prepared me for a job. Looking back, it’s evident that education, especially with the right program and support, can truly transform your life.
Vaidik Natani, MS’18
Data Scientist Insights, Hallmark Cards
The MS BA course here at UT Dallas has a perfect curriculum for all the budding data scientist who wants to learn more about Statistics, Machine Learning…
Shravya Shanmukh, MS’18
Sr. Analyst-Data Engineering, Weber Shandwick
I took up Masters in Business Analytics to develop my technical skills and learn the art of telling stories leveraging data.
Swati Singh, MS’18
Business Planning Manager, Hewlett Packard Enterprise
The program is ideal for those who want to progress in analytics domain while engaging with growing volume, variety and velocity of data.
Madhur Mehta, MS ‘23
I wholeheartedly recommend the MSBA program to anyone seeking a comprehensive and transformative education in business analytics. It has been an enriching and empowering experience that has set the stage for a successful and fulfilling career in this exciting field.
Anil Bulusu, MS’20
Business Analyst, Dekra North America
The MS program in Business Analytics at The University of Texas at Dallas was designed to offer students the right mix of tools and technologies required.
Rahul Sethi, MS’19
Product Manager, Information Services, Ericsson, Inc.
Prior to the program, I had disparate knowledge of different analytics techniques, methodologies and models.
Shirin Sehgal, MS ‘23
I had an enriching experience with the Business Analytics program at UTD. The program’s thoughtful design and impressive learning curve make it an excellent choice for anyone looking to prepare for the industry.
Iekansh Sharma, MS’20
Business Analyst, Datto, Inc
Pursuing MS in Business Analytics at UT Dallas has been a great rewarding experience.
Mounika Akumalla, MS’18
BSA Senior Consultant – Data Science, NTT Data
I joined the program for its strong & diverse curriculum but soon realized that the biggest strength of the program is the exposure and growth.
Saumya Srivastava, MS ‘23
The Business Analytics program at JSOM is one of the most sought-after programs which provides the flexibility to shape your career in the direction of your choice. It offers a blend of all analytical skills along with developing business acumen. I had a wonderful experience learning under the tutelage of some amazing faculty here and am grateful to have gathered amazing memories.
Pankit Arora, MS’19
Sr. Risk Modeling Analyst, Mr. Cooper
The technical, analytical, and business skills I’ve gained from the program are used every day at my current role as a Sr. Risk Modeling Analyst.
Vibhore Agarwal, MS’18
Coverage Analyst, T-Mobile
Business Analytics at UT Dallas is a perfect blend of Marketing, Operation Research, Statistics and Econometrics.
Erick Castaneda, MS ‘21
With a background in Banking and no coding experience, the MSBA completely revolutionized my career in information systems. I am now able to utilize my expertise to channel real-world data and platforms that drive business strategic decisions for internal stakeholders and corporate leaders. Included in the program is the extraordinary opportunity to network in the fastest-growing tech hub in the U.S.
Sameer Ranjan, MS ‘20
The Jindal School of Management’s MSBA program has played a vital role in propelling my career to new heights. Its combination of business expertise and data intelligence has allowed me to enter the world of entrepreneurship and create highly impactful products that resonate with global audiences. Without this program, achieving this level of success would have been impossible.
Amritha Rekha, MS ‘20
The Business Analytics program at UTD is an amalgamation of all rightful skills and technologies required for the Analytical domain. You could always customize the course list to pave your future to any analytical roles like analytics consultant, risk analyst, etc.
Akash Gupta, MS’20
Data Analyst, Scalable Press
When I applied to UTD, I was a budding undergraduate after completing my Computer Science degree fascinated by the field of data and analytics.
MS in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Cohort
The MS in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Cohort program engages students focused on data science or accounting analytics.
The Data Science Track in the cohort program is designed to prepare students for work as data scientists.
The Accounting Analytics Track in the cohort program is designed for students from various educational backgrounds, but primarily accounting. Students in the Accounting Analytics Cohort have the option of completing an additional degree – the MS in Accounting. A limited set of electives focused on the student’s selected track are offered in the cohort programs.
The Accounting Analytics Track is offered in a face-to-face cohort program on campus, while the Data Science Track may be completed in either a face-to-face cohort program on campus or in an online cohort program. Special tuition, fees and admissions requirements apply, and the program is supported entirely by participant tuition/fees. Admission to the program occurs in the fall, spring and summer semesters.
These cohort options are uniquely positioned to address the skill demands of industry for these highly sought-after data science and analytical accounting jobs.
MS in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Cohort
MS in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Cohort Online
This program delivers our highly ranked MS in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence program in a 100% online format.
The data science emphasis in the cohort online program is designed to prepare students for jobs as data scientists. This format is ideal for working adults looking for a career pivot into the expanding business analytics and artificial intelligence job market or for those whose personal situations make coming to our campus challenging. Electives focused on data science and data engineering are offered in the cohort program. Our rigorous data science curriculum and world-class faculty prepare students to master essential skills to meet the growing needs of businesses.
MS in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Cohort OnlineDouble Degree Programs
Students at UT Dallas can prepare for their future careers by completing both a Master of Science in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence and another graduate degree. Some popular choices include the highly ranked MBA program, the MS in Accounting and Analytics, the MS in Supply Chain Management or the MS in Healthcare Leadership and Management.
