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Empower Business Decisions Through Analytics 

°µÍøÊÓÆµ's Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics prepares graduates with comprehensive analytical, managerial, and leadership skills to address the challenges of modern businesses through innovative thinking, ethical decision-making, and a commitment to lifelong learning.
 

Estimated Program Length2-4 years
Credit Hours123
Course Length7 weeks
Transfer Credits Accepted75
Cost per Credit$675*


*Tuition discount available. Ask for details!

 

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Program Overview

Career Outlook


A Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics will set you up for careers as a:

  • Business Analyst
  • Business Intelligence (BI) Consultant
  • Analytics Manager
  • Financial/Marketing/Supply Chain Analyst
  • Strategy Consultant


According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of financial analysts is projected to grow 9 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations. The median annual wage was $101,910 in May 2024.
 

Application Instructions


Through a rolling admission process, prospective students may apply to °µÍøÊÓÆµ at any time. Multiple start dates throughout the year allow accepted students to begin a program of study at an accommodating time. We continually review applications and accept students for each of the six term starts (August, October, January, March, May, and July).


Keeping on track is important throughout the process. We encourage you to work with an admission team member to submit all materials and meet all deadlines. Our dedicated team will work directly with you to identify the best options that work for you and your unique situation.


Once your application is complete, you will not have to wait long for a decision. We continually review applications and notify students as soon as a decision has been made.


To get started, visit our Adult Education Application page for a list of instructions and documents needed.
 

Financing Your Education


There are options to assist in financing your education and making the tuition affordable. Visit our financial aid page for a detailed overview of the process, including a link to complete the FAFSA application, as well as more information about the tuition payment plan and the tuition deferment program we offer. °µÍøÊÓÆµâ€™s Title IV code for the FAFSA is 003233. The Office of Student Financial Services is available to help with any questions you may have. Call 610-796-8201 or email sfs@alvernia.edu.
 

Curriculum: Major Requirements

Business Core (30 credits)

    • BUS 101: Financial Accounting*
    • BUS 206: Management Principles*
    • BUS 207: Marketing Principles*
    • BUS 200: Managerial Accounting OR BUS 250: Accounting Principles
    • BUS 315: Data Analytics & Information Systems
    • BUS 342: Business Law
    • BUS 410: Financial Markets
    • BUS 411: Financial Decision Making
    • BUS 426: Strategic Management
    • MAT 208: Introductory Statistics OR MAT 209 Probability and Statistics

* Must earn a grade of "C" or better
 

Business Analytics Courses (18 credits - online)

  • BUS 260: Data Visualization and Storytelling
  • BUS 361: Predictive Analytics and Forecasting
  • BUS 363: Machine Learning for Business Analytics
  • BUS 365: Big Data and Business Intelligence
  • BUS 466: Prescriptive Analytics and Decision Modeling
  • BUS 468: Operations Analytics


Related Area (9 credits)

    • COM 344: Writing for the Workplace
    • ECON 248: Macroeconomics I
    • ECON 249: Microeconomics II


High Performer Development Series (3 credits)

    • BUS 251: High Performer Development Series I
    • BUS 351 High Performer Development Series II
    • BUS 451 High Performer Development Series III*

*With department chair approval, transfer and/or adult education students may take BUS 452 to fulfill this requirement.


Recommended Courses (Optional)

    • BUS 441: Cooperative Education in Business I
    • BUS 442: Cooperative Education in Business II

 

Accreditation Statement


°µÍøÊÓÆµâ€™s Business Department programs are accredited by the .

°µÍøÊÓÆµ is an accredited institution and a member of the (MSCHE). MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
 


Get to Know Your Faculty

For more information about °µÍøÊÓÆµâ€™s online Business Analytics program contact Graduate and Adult Admissions at gradandadult@alvernia.edu or 610-796-5187. Or reach out directly to Business Department Chair Tufan Tiglioglu at 610-796-8278 or tufan.tiglioglu@alvernia.edu.

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Zhimin Yu

Assistant Professor of Accounting

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