Management, Business Analytics - Information Systems Concentration, MSM

The Master of Science in Management - Business Analytics - Information Systems Management (MSM-BA-ISM) is a STEM degree that focuses on models, algorithms, and systems for business analytics. This concentration explores data management, machine learning, artificial intelligence, intelligent agents and systems development, and project management as they form the core of modern data analytics. The program features:

• A schedule that can be completed in as little as one year.
• The 30 credits of the program focus on three areas:
  • 12 credits of Business Analytics Core courses which span the “how” of model creation, provisioning with data, and evaluation of the “why” of analytics in action.
  • 12 credits of Information Systems Core courses that build the technical foundation for business analytics focusing on the three pillars of big data, machine learning, and programming.
  • 6 credits of electives where students are encouraged to use the electives to tailor the degree to align with their career goals.

Admission Requirements

• Graduate application 
• Official transcripts from each institution attended
• Undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution or international equivalent
• Letter of Intent
• Resume

Application Deadline

• August 1 for Fall enrollment
• December 1 for Spring enrollment
• May 1 for Summer enrollment

International Student Applications

I-20 forms used for visa approval are processed by UA student immigration services in the International Center: https://www.uakron.edu/international/. Proof of English Language Proficiency is required by producing an acceptable TOEFL or IELTS score.

Degree Offered: MSM Master of Science in Management

Program Contact: gradbusiness@uakron.edu