Explore the Montana MSBA
Find your future in a data-driven world with a cutting-edge degree at UM
Whether you are a business professional, a person looking to re-tool your skillset for the cutting-edge field of data analytics, or a talented undergraduate, the Ñý¼§Ö±²¥’s Master’s of Science in Business Analytics prepares graduates for successful careers at the intersection of business, statistics, and computing.
Why UM's MSBA Program?
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Our program gives Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ the practical skills they need to successfully leverage data in a variety of contexts. Learn to gather data, including text and images, clean and transform the data, and then perform appropriate statistical analyses to solve problems and aid in decision-making. Receive hands-on instruction in leading programming languages, database management systems, and cloud computing platforms.
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Become a modern-day storyteller: Learn to transform raw data into a compelling visual story for boardroom meetings or client presentations.
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With all businesses facing disruption, the future requires breakthrough thinking. Our evolving curriculum challenges Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ to think outside the box and to break what ‘works’ and make it better. Importantly, this approach is grounded in data governance practices that honor privacy and security concerns.
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Integrate internships at Fortune 500 companies with your Capstone (final project) to create a unique academic experience. Incorporate a Cybersecurity certificate into your coursework. Interested in automation and the future of work? Add a machine learning or artificial intelligence class.
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Our Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ combine technical skills with business and domain expertise, leading to a job placement rate post-graduation of 97 percent. Network with alumni, work in the local tech-scene, become a consultant; our graduates and industry partners will help you navigate the college-to-career transition.
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Student feedback on coursework along with deep, ongoing industry partnerships guide faculty to adjust projects and lecture material in real-time.
If you have questions about the UM MSBA program, contact businessgradprograms@umontana.edu or 406-243-4891.
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