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MS in Business Analytics & AI
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The MS in Business Analytics & AI (MSBAi) program is designed to prepare students with cutting-edge knowledge and skill sets that will enable them to be competitive in the rapidly growing field of business analytics. The full-time curriculum is STEM-designated and features three components that ensure students understand theory in depth and develop practical skill sets: fundamental disciplinary knowledge, technical skills, and professional skills.
Rapid advancement in information technology has created a data rich environment for organizations in all sectors. How to collect appropriate data, how to evaluate data collection methods and sources, and how to use the data to gain business insights and improve decision making have been challenging to managers.
Explore our full-time MSBAi program.
Program Overview
Program Fast Facts
- Full-time, On Campus
- 34 Credits with 6 Concentrations
- STEM-Designated
- 10 to 16 Month Degree Completion
- Optional Internship
- Classes Start in Fall
Career Opportunities
The curriculum of the MSBAi is intended for career opportunities in a multitude of industries and a variety of role types such as business/data analyst, marketing research analyst, and supply chain analyst. Some of the top industries currently hiring analysts include public administration, healthcare, finance, and insurance.
Location
Lehigh's campus lies in Eastern, PA, just 60 minutes from Philadelphia and only 90 minutes from New York City. Just a short walk off campus, the southside of Bethlehem offers a variety of restaurants and night life for students to enjoy. The city is also budding with plenty of opportunities to engage with the local community. With renowned music festivals, historical sites, and plenty of outdoor recreation, Bethlehem is a safe and exciting city for students to spend their graduate studies. Discover what else the city of Bethlehem and the greater Lehigh Valley have to offer!
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FAQs About Lehigh’s MS in Business Analytics & AI
Yes. Lehigh University’s College of Business is AACSB-accredited, a distinction held by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide.
The MS in Business Analytics & AI program can be completed in 10 months. Students have the option of extending the program to 16 months if they wish to pursue an internship.
The Lehigh MSBAi program is comprised of 34 credits.
All courses in the MS in Business Analytics & AI program are taught in-person on the main campus.
The MS in Business Analytics & AI cohort starts every fall.
No. GMAT and GRE test scores are optional for MSBAi applicants.
The MS in Business Analytics & AI offers 6 concentrations: Accounting, Data Science, Financial Engineering Analytics, Information Technology, Marketing Analytics, and Supply Chain Analytics. A concentration is not required to complete the degree.
No. Work experience is not required for the Business Analytics & AI master's program.
Most MSBAi courses are taught in person during the day, Monday through Friday. Some elective courses may be offered in the evening or in a condensed Friday-Saturday format.
Yes. The MS in Business Analytics & AI program contains an interdisciplinary curriculum that includes STEM fields, which qualifies the program as a STEM-designated degree.
- All international students in STEM-designated fields, as recognized by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, may be eligible for a 24-month OPT extension, if their employment meets specific criteria and they apply within the final 90 days of their post-completion OPT period.
Lehigh University does not require an internship as part of the program. However, students interested in pursuing one may complete an optional summer internship, with course sequencing adjusted to accommodate their extended degree completion timeline.
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