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Master of Science in Business Analytics

The M.S. in Business Analytics at Loyola Marymount University prepares students to understand, analyze and translate complex data and information into clear, actionable insights that move business forward. Our signature capstone project gives you hands-on experience completing a project for a real-world client, starting from the moment you receive the data to presenting your findings and recommendations to decision makers. With full-time and part-time options available, the knowledge and skills gained from our program positions you to be an invaluable member of any team.

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International students may be eligible for additional Optional Practical Training.

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Our Advisory Board

Deep connections to the Los Angeles analytics community. Find out who’s advising our curriculum and capstone projects.

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Career Services

Our Career and Professional Development team are here to help you explore your options.

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Meet Our Alumni

From entertainment to accounting — learn about the exciting doors our degree has opened for alumni.

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MSBA Students Conduct Economic/Political Analyses

Three MSBA students will serve as research assistants for California 100, an ambitious initiative to envision and shape the state’s long-term success.

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MSBA Class of 2021 Presents Capstone Projects

MSBA students gave in-depth presentations of their findings to clients including Adobe, Children's Hospital Los Angeles, RPA and Qdoba.

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LMU Hosts Innovation Symposium

LMU College of Business Administration, School of Education and other campus organizations hosted thought leaders from the tech industry, K–12 and higher education to discuss the confluence of disruptive technology and education.

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MSBA Students Place Third Out of 297 Teams

A team of five LMU MSBA students competed in the 2021 RMDS Lab Data Science Competition receiving the “Rising Star Award” and considerations for internship positions with RMDS Lab.