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Master's Degree

MBA in Data Analytics
Online Degree Program

Calendar

CLASSES START
May 6th

14 Mo.

Program Length

33-36

Credits

Online

Format

$554

Cost Per Credit

Master's Degree

MBA in Data Analytics
Online Degree Program

Become a valued resource with an MBA in data analytics

AccreditationIACBE accredited,1 Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
Transfer creditUp to 9-12 approved semester credit hours
FormatEarn your MBA online or at select campus locations - full time or part-time
GMAT/GRENo GMAT/GRE required for admissions!
CertificationOpportunity to earn Associate Certified Analytics Professional (aCAP) designation prior to graduation
QuickPathsTransfer credit, stackable credentials, and adaptive learning technology build a faster pathway to a higher education with Herzing University
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Overview: Online MBA in Data Analytics

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Data Analytics program is a 33-36 credit graduate program which prepares you to become a leader in the field of business analytics.

The online degree program provides students with fundamental knowledge and skills in core business leadership topics, as well as topics in applied statistics, analysis methods, business analytics, data visualization, and much more.

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Career-focused curriculum

Discover the crucial knowledge and skills required to succeed in your work and build a foundation for continued career growth.

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Flexible schedule

You can take classes during the day or in the evening. We strive to be as flexible as possible for busy non-traditional students.

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Virtual services

Access to extensive virtual services, including academic advising, tutoring, support services, technical support and library services.

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Lifelong support

We support your ongoing career advancement by providing comprehensive, personalized student services with lifelong career coaching.

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Rolling admissions

No application deadlines to worry about. Apply when you’re ready and prepare to get started soon.

Classes Start May 6th

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Curriculum

MBA in Data Analytics Curriculum

This program allows students to gain valuable skills and experience with the concepts and tools used within data analytics. Herzing University's MBA in Data Analytics curriculum is focused on the business aspects of data analytics with a concentration on understanding how to make effective decisions. You can gain experience using a variety of industry-standard software such as Tableau, OpenRefine, Microsoft Power BI, Talend and more.

 

Earn your MBA online, with at least partial class availability offered at our Atlanta campus. A minimum of 33-36* semester credit hours is required.

ProgramMonthsiCredits
Master of Business Administration with a Concentration in Data Analytics1433-36
i. The program can be completed in as few as 14 months.
Program availability varies by location

Required Foundation Course(s) 3-6 Semester Credit Hours

* Only required for students who do not have an undergraduate degree in Business, a closely related discipline or its international equivalent.

Required Core MBA Courses - 21 Semester Credit Hours

or

Additional Required Data Analytics Concentration Courses

A minimum of 9.00 semester credit hours is required.

Course prerequisites may be waived if the student has prior equivalent coursework or the approval of the Graduate Dean.

Tuition & Cost

Tuition & Cost

When you accept the 10% tuition discount from our Financial Commitment Scholarship, the cost of tuition for the MBA in Data Analytics program is $554 per credit.1

You can potentially earn even greater savings by transferring credit from prior college coursework, applying for financial aid, or potential partnership opportunities through your employer.

Our goal is your career advancement. That’s why we are always working to improve our curriculum and processes to make our program as affordable as possible while preparing you best for success in your work.

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 Scholarships & Financial Aid

You may be eligible for multiple scholarships and grants, both through Herzing University and several national scholarship websites.

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 Military/Veteran Discounts

Veterans, Active Duty U.S. Servicemembers, and spouses may qualify for a 10% tuition discount or tuition reduction to $250 per credit.

VA/Military benefits 

i. Financial Commitment Scholarship eligibility requirements: Recommended that students limit student loan borrowing to only what is needed to cover the cost of tuition and fees. Students may borrow up to $2,000 in student loans in excess of tuition and fees to cover their cost of attendance and retain eligibility for this scholarship. Excess loan eligibility dependent on individual student situation.

Requirements

MBA program enrollment requirements

Enrollment prerequisites to enroll in Herzing’s MBA program include:

  • Completed bachelor’s or graduate degree from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or have completed a three or four year bachelor’s degree at a foreign college or university recognized as equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree by an approved foreign credential evaluator.
  • Meet and interview with a Herzing admissions advisor
  • Complete an application form

No minimum GMAT/GRE score is required for admission!

Eligible states for enrollment: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, District Of Columbia, and the Virgin Islands.

Classes Start May 6th

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Why Herzing

Our MBA programs are leadership degrees designed for working professionals, and the Masters in Data Analytics is no different. Delivered through our online learning platform, the program offers flexibility and convenience without sacrificing rigor or solutions-oriented knowledge.

Our degree provides:

  • An in-demand concentration focused on business aspects of the growing field of data analytics
  • Broad, executive-level understanding of business functions through our MBA core
  • Experience working with widely-accepted analysis approaches and with industry-standard software
  • A focus on producing actionable insights that can support decision-making processes
  • Development of data presentation skills that effectively communicate to and persuade key stakeholders
  • Alignment with skills and knowledge requirements for the Associate Certified Analytics Professional (aCAP) Certification from INFORMS

Our online data analytics MBA features an accelerated format that lets you graduate in as little as 14 months and qualify to become a data analyst. Working in small classes led by industry professionals, you can grow both personally and professionally while developing skills for a highly desirable and fast-growing discipline.

Careers

Data Analytics Career Prospects

According to a 2017 study by IBM, Burning Glass, and the Business-Higher Education Forum, demand for data scientists in business is expected to grow 28% by 2020. Additionally, most of those jobs—59%—will be in finance and insurance, IT, and professional services.

While some employers may choose to hire young statistics graduates, many more employers will be looking to bring in industry-experienced professionals who also have data analysis capabilities. Your professional history, combined with the focus on producing practical business intelligence our program provides, can help you compete in the job market.

Possible job titles related to this degree may include:

  • Business Analyst
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Business Intelligence Manager
  • Business Intelligence Specialist
  • Data Analyst
  • Data Manager
  • Data and Analytics Manager
  • Institutional Research Associate
  • Institutional Research Manager
  • Knowledge Manager
  • Statistician

Advancing Your Career

You can advance in business analytics-related roles and increase your chance for higher pay in data analytics roles by gaining progressive experience and responsibility. You can also pursue a wide variety of industry certifications for data analytics professionals. In addition to the aCAP qualification our program aligns with, there are certification options specific to various software publishers, including IBM, Microsoft, Oracle, SAS, and more.

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This program prepares an existing or emerging organizational or team leader with the necessary skills and academic knowledge for management positions in various business enterprises. These career opportunities may be in areas such as accounting, finance, business administration, sales, marketing, human resources, information systems, project management, production and operations. Application of theory to practice is emphasized through a problem-based/solutions-based curriculum, grounded in a framework of ethical leadership and global competition.

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Accreditations

Accreditations & Disclosures

1. The Business Division at Herzing University has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located at 11960 Quivira Road in Overland Park, Kansas, USA. For a list of accredited programs please refer to our IACBE member status page.

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Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

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Herzing’s MBA program taught me to think critically and strategically. My instructors had experience that brought a real-world feel to the classes, and they helped me understand how I could apply classroom learnings in the workplace. Since graduating from the MBA program, I have become a better leader and manager within my organization.

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When do you want to start classes?

The program has an automatic transfer of credits, and allows you to transfer up to additional credits.

  Transfer Credits

The program allows you to transfer up to credits.

  Transfer Credits

The program allows you to transfer up to credit hours.

  Transfer Credit Hours
MBA - Accounting Online Campus
Tuition
Cost per Credit$615.00
Base Tuition$22,140.00
Savings from Transfer Credits (9 x $615.00 )(-$5,535.00)
Estimated Tuition Cost*$16,605.00
Fees
One-time Program Fee$0.00
Per-semester Program Fee$0.00
Per-semester Learner Resource Fee$530.00
Estimated Total Fee*$2,120.00
Total Semesters 1
RequiredNeeded
44
Total Credits
RequiredNeeded
3627
Estimated Cost 2
Base CostYour Cost
$24,260.00$18,725.00
Estimated Savings*
$5,535.00

Available Scholarships & Loan Options

Who Can Apply

Recipients and the amounts of the scholarships vary.

Requirements

Scholarship recipients, amounts, and terms and conditions are determined by Herzing University and its donors and are subject to change. An endowment is an amount of money (fund) that is given to the University with a stipulation that the funds are invested to earn annual interest rather than spent immediately. Students and alumni can learn more through the following channels: email give@herzing.edu, call (262) 735-6189, or visit https://www.herzing.edu/make-donation-herzing-university.

Who Can Apply

Any student in a degree-seeking program that makes on-time, out of pocket payments toward tuition and fee expenses.

Requirements

The amount of the payments made that exceed the amount of excess loan funding received will be used to calculate total award. Eligible students must make on-time payments, according to a predetermined payment plan. Restrictions may vary.

  • Matching percentage is based on student’s EFC at the time of application.
  • Student’s with a Pell eligible EFC will receive a 100% match
  • Students will non-Pell eligible EFC will receive 50% match
  • Students who do no complete the FAFSA will automatically qualify for the 50% match.
Who Can Apply

Available to applicants in any program that demonstrate a financial need, who are unable to cover cost of attendance with alternative resources

Requirements

Must show financial need and are unable to cover cost of attendance with alternative resources

Who Can Apply

Available to Herzing graduates who have re-enrolled in a higher-level degree

Requirements

Alumni may qualify as many times as they re-enroll in a higher-level degree

Who Can Apply

Employees of a business participating in the Herzing Partnerships Program

Requirements
  • Documentation showing proof of employment is required
  • Recipients must be packaged at direct cost (receiving financial aid for tuition and fees only)

Questions?

Reach out to a member of the Financial Aid team at the Online campus:

Financial Aid Team
(866) 508-0748
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1 

Actual semesters to complete are dependent upon university approved transfer credits and program mapping.

2 

Estimated program length, estimated number of semesters, and estimated program shown above are standard by program for each student based on: a student taking a full-time course load each semester, the student not having any transfer credits (from previous Herzing experiences or from other post-secondary institutions), and successful completion of each course.

Current tuition rates for all programs are effective through the Summer 2024 semester.