No matter what your career goals are, Ohio University can help you get there. We offer a wide range of online graduate programs specifically for professionals who are ready for their next step. Complete focused courses and maintain your work and personal responsibilities by studying when and where it's convenient for you. As a student, you'll learn alongside fellow leaders and have access to the same expert faculty and leading-edge curriculum as you would on campus.
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Online Master of Business Analytics (MBAn)
Lead Data Analytics Efforts that Drive Business Decision-Making
Become an expert in interpreting data and telling its story with Ohio University's online Master of Business Analytics (MBAn), ranked No. 14 MBAn program by Fortune.4 This program is designed to help you build a strong foundation for a successful career in business analytics, even without a background in data science or analytics. For an additional credential, consider the Business Analytics Leadership Certificate along with your degree.
Our program focuses on applied techniques using tools you already have available to you, meaning you can bring what you learn in the classroom into the workplace immediately.
A Quantitative Bridge Course is available for students who wish to reacclimate to higher education prior to their first core course.
100%
online courses
20
month duration
Flexible
course structure
Financial
aid available
GRE/GMAT
not required
30
credit hours
Analytics Courses Designed for Practical Application
We take a different approach to analytics. Your education will focus on practical application and practice-based learning. Learn to use tools you already have, like Excel, in addition to analytics and visualization software like Solver Analytics and Tableau as well as SQL, R and Python. Courses include:
MBA 6395: Business Intelligence
This course provides a broad overview of business intelligence and data management including database fundamentals, business intelligence approaches, data management/data governance strategies, data mining and other business/data analytics techniques. Our primary emphasis will be on the managerial perspective, focusing on how you can design, implement and leverage business intelligence systems and strategies in a management role.
Experiential Learning for Professional Success
Alongside 100% online courses, OHIO courses include optional live, virtual office hours that give you the chance to discuss weekly assignments and gain valuable insights. The required Leadership Development Conference also gives online MBAn students the opportunity to connect in person with instructors, peers and alumni while hearing from guest speakers and participating in panel discussions, workshops and more.
Analytics for Anyone
Modern business demands an understanding of data and how to leverage it in nearly all positions and roles. That's why at OHIO's College of Business, we integrate analytics into the fabric of our graduate programs so that every graduate is equipped for today’s increasing digital world.
- Practice-Based Curriculum: From day one in our analytics courses, you will start practicing new analytic techniques (not just being lectured about them) and learning to use tools that are available in most business settings.
- Career Opportunities: Analytics skills are already in-demand in most career areas, and the number of analytics-focused jobs is increasing in all industries.
- Approachable, Customizable Offerings: The base-analytics training that is a core component of our programs is designed to be approachable and useful for all business professionals, however we also offer more in-depth programs. From full master's to concentrations, certificates and elective courses, we provide a range of offerings so students can develop advanced data skills to stand out in their field.
Ohio University’s College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. This esteemed credential is granted to less than 5% of business schools in the nation.
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Financial Aid and Scholarships
OHIO is committed to offering affordable, competitive tuition and has been recognized for the fourth consecutive year as the best-value university by U.S. News & World Report. We offer financial aid to all students who qualify. To be considered eligible to receive financial assistance, you must file the current year Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA) to begin the financial aid process. The Ohio University School Code is 003100.
Incentive Scholarships of up to 15% are available for alumni, military/veteran students and employees of corporate partners applying to an online graduate degree or certificate program.
With OHIO, Anyone Can Become An Analytics Expert
LinkedIn’s Emerging Jobs Report ranks data scientist and data engineer among the top 15 emerging jobs in America.1 This is likely due to organizations across industries investing in growing their analytics capabilities, and trained data analytics professionals who can collect, organize and analyze business data are in high demand.
In today's business world, understanding analytics is a requirement. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects computer and information technology occupations will grow 13% through 2030, adding about 667,600 new jobs to the market. Professionals in this field earn an average of $97,430 per year, higher than the median annual wage for all occupations.2
About the College of Business
Ohio University's AACSB-accredited College of Business offers industry-driven online programs built for leaders and working professionals. With more than 90 years of experience delivering business education, we are consistently recognized for academic excellence, affordability and more. When you learn with us, you will unlock the benefits of an innovative education designed for today's global business world.
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- LinkedIn. 2020 Emerging Jobs Report. Retrieved from https://business.linkedin.com/content/dam/me/business/en-us/talent-solutions/emerging-jobs-report/Emerging_Jobs_Report_U.S._FINAL.pdf.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Computer and Information Technology Occupations. Retrieved from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/home.htm.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Management Analysts. Retrieved from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/management-analysts.htm.
- Fortune Education. Best Online Master’s in Business Analytics Programs in 2024. Retrieved from https://fortune.com/.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Top Executives. Retrieved from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/top-executives.htm.