Placements rates for the Program:
According to our senior exit surveys in 2023:
- 83% of all our graduates (domestic and international) found a job within 90 days of graduation
- The average compensation package was $93,000 USD
MS in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Flex
Choose from 11 different tracks, including Data Science, Data Engineering and more. Scholarship recipients and TA/RAs would be eligible for in-state tuition, which amounts to 50% of the tuition. Students can complete the program at their own pace and tailor their degree in preparation for specific career goals.
MS in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence FlexMS in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Cohort
Choose from I tracks – Data Science or Accounting Analytics. Scholarships worth $15,000 are available for deserving candidates. No In-state tuition benefits are available. Admission to the program occurs in the fall, spring and summer semesters.
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. Choose from I tracks – Data Science & Data Engineering. Scholarships worth $15,000 are available for deserving candidates.
MS in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Cohort OnlineStudents 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:
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Accounting Analytics
Cybersecurity Analytics
Data Engineering
Data Science
Decisions and Operations Analytics
Enterprise Systems Analytics
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Financial Analytics
Healthcare Analytics
Marketing Analytics
Social Media Analytics
Marketing
Product and Innovation Analytics
Double 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.
Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Career Options
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Data Scientist
Data Engineer
Data Analyst
Business Intelligence Analyst
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Business Intelligence Engineer
Business Intelligence Consultant
Big Data Engineer
Risk Analyst
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Fraud Analyst
Pricing Analyst
Strategic Business Analyst
Marketing Analyst
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Speak with a Current Student Mentor
MS in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence students are available to speak with you directly. These mentors can answer specific questions you have about the program and share their experiences with you.
Connect with a StudentBusiness Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Blogs and News
See what the MS in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence students, faculty and alumni are up to in the community:
Business Analytics Conference at Jindal School Equips Academics for Rapid Change
Attendees of the 2025 Academic Summit for Business Analytics had ample opportunities to engage with presenters. More than 50 academic institutions and professional organizations participated in the second annual Academic Summit for Business Analytics at the Naveen Jindal School of Management. The three-day event, held Jan. 30-Feb. 1, featured presentations, panels, and discussions designed to […]
New Jindal School Lab Harnesses the Power of AI
The new Artificial Intelligence & Analytics Laboratory in the Naveen Jindal School of Management represents more than just technology; it is a space where innovation can meet opportunity. Angela Faust So said Angela Faust, MBA’18, BS’10, senior vice president and COO of Credit Union of Texas, whose company provided the $100,000 gift to purchase 10 […]
Key Promotions Made in Strategic Move to Advance Jindal School Graduate Programs
Hasan Pirkul The recent retirement of Dr. Monica Powell, graduate dean of the Naveen Jindal School of Management since 2009 and the senior associate dean since 2015, created both challenges and opportunities for Dr. Hasan Pirkul, Caruth Chair and Jindal School dean, to maintain the high level of service that the school has always provided […]
Meet Associate Professor Yining Wang
Dr. Yining Wang joins the Naveen Jindal School of Management as an associate professor.
JSOM Business Simulation Training Tallies Another Victory
JSOM student and Spring Capsim Foundation Challenge winner Timothy Shiveley prevailed over hundreds of other contestants in 10 countries to run a simulated company and make it the leader in the online competition.
Latest App Technology Front and Center in New Business-Process-Automation Course
Students use artificial intelligence, machine learning and low-code app development to create business-process automation in a new JSOM business analytics course.
U.S. News Grad School Rankings Confirm JSOM’s Standing as a Top National Brand
The 2022 Best Graduate School rankings from U.S. News bolster the Jindal School’s national standing and make it the most highly ranked school in North Texas, with the Full-Time MBA program placing among the top 15 U.S. public universities.
Jindal School Places Among Elite Schools in Online Rankings
New U.S. News & World Report rankings show the Jindal School in the top 10 among online MBA and master’s in business programs. JSOM also scored highly in online specialty rankings for business analytics, finance, marketing and general management.
Local Service Club Serves Jindal School Students in Need
Ten Jindal School students will get scholarships next spring thanks to the largesse of the Dallas Indian Lions Club, which also donated enough groceries to feed 400 students. Because many members are JSOM alums, the club has strong ties to UT Dallas.
Welcome Back: Be Sure to Raise Your (Virtual) Hand
Welcome to fall semester, Jindal School students. You have many options to learn and many opportunities to shine. Whether in class in person or attending online, Senior Associate Dean Monica Powell encourages your participation.
The Difference Between Business Analytics and Data Science
Finding the differences between data science and data analytics might not be an isolated query just for professionals. Internet use has increased by 70% since this past spring — making the appropriate use of data essential.
The Importance of Electronic Health Records
Electronic medical records are digitized records of clinical services provided to a patient by a provider — a digitized copy of a patient’s medical charts. Electronic health records are interconnected databases.
Jindal School Graduate Students Win Grant to Help Flatten the COVID-19 Curve
A JSOM team of two business analytics students won $5,000 to develop their idea to help clamp down on COVID-19 on campus and elsewhere.
New Online STEM Graduate Program Trains Students for In-Demand Big Data Careers
Applications are now being accepted for a new completely online MS in Business Analytics program that starts this fall. The career outlook has been excellent for past program graduates, with 92% of them finding jobs within three months of graduation.
A Message from Jindal School Dean Hasan Pirkul
Jindal School Dean Hasan Pirkul reaches out to students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters with an update on the state of the school as classes resume following spring break and during the coronavirus outbreak.
JSOM IT Symposium Showcases Top Talent and Collaborative Powers
Management Information Systems programs highlighted students’ skills and job readiness at a symposium where corporate guest were also introduced to other benefits that come from partnering with the Jindal School.
Jindal School Team Brings Home Fifth Healthcare Case Competition Victory
A team of graduate students scored the Jindal School’s fifth victory in the North Texas American College of Healthcare Executives’ annual case competition. The team offered several ways a hospital could help its surrounding community.
Jindal School Students Use Data in Push for Poverty Solutions in Dallas
Jindal School graduate students used data analytics skills to help a nonprofit project aimed at significantly reducing childhood poverty in Dallas.The students mapped public transportation accessibility for jobs, grocery stores and medical clinics.
Business Analytics Teams Bring Home Three Firsts
Jindal School MS in Business Analytics teams turned in strong showings in spring- semester collegiate competitions, scoring three wins in contests that involved them in online sales, helping disabled people and analyzing health inspection data.
STEM Symposium Introduces Middle School Girls to Emerging Technologies
The third annual G.I.R.L.S. Stem Symposium at the Jindal School gave middle school girls hands-on opportunities in data analytics, programming, supply chain quality control and logistics. The event introduced participants to information technology.
Jindal School Graduates Take Third in Global IT Challenge
Creating Electra, a utilities chatbot that can reduce costs and provide better service, earned two recent Jindal School graduates third place in the 2018 Atos IT Challenge, a global competition to improve customer service with AI and chatbots.
JSOM Team Finishes Second in Adobe Analytics Challenge
A trio of JSOM graduate marketing students finished second and earned $14k in the Adobe Analytics Challenge, a business case competition. “Their win highlights the quality of our digital courses,” MS in Marketing Program Director Alex Edsel said.
Faculty Spotlight: Kashif Saeed
Kashif Saeed shares his opinions on work-life balance, where big data is heading, and what JSOM students can do to stay ahead of the game.
Lunar New Year in Vietnam
It’s the first day of the Lunar New Year — the Year of the Rooster — so as a gesture of appreciation to our JSOM students, staff and faculty who celebrate this holiday, let’s learn more about it.
Sunela Thomas
Director, Master’s in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Flex
Gaurav Shekhar
Interim Director, Master’s in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Cohort and Online
Student Testimonials
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.
Sonal Chaturvedi, MS ‘23
As a person without any background in programming, I found the MSBA program at UTD to be extraordinary as it transformed me into a Data Professional. The coursework here at UTD is designed to teach students the skills, tools, and platforms used in the real world. The professors are very experienced and helpful. The classes will prepare you for the real world.
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.
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.
Khushboo Bhatia, MS ‘21
The MSBA program at UTD has equipped me with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to excel in the field of business analytics. The curriculum seamlessly blends theory with hands-on practical experience, allowing to develop both a solid theoretical foundation and the real-world skills necessary to excel in the industry.
Rupali Saxena, MS ‘23
My experience at the Jindal School of Management pursuing an MS in Business Analytics was truly exceptional. The program’s comprehensive curriculum equipped me with cutting-edge analytical skills and a deep understanding of business dynamics.
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.
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.
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.