Judgment supported by data.
In our Master of Business Analytics and Intelligence (MBAI) curriculum, we emphasize judgment, relevance and business impact that allows you to go beyond building models and learn how to influence decisions that matter.
We aim to teach you how to confidently walk through the analytics process from problem to solution.Strong analysts can fail when they can’t effectively communicate their work.
This critical skill builds trust and helps you become indispensable, and is a primary focus of the Weatherhead Professionalism Core. The core trains you in executive-level communication, structured problem explanation, teamwork, influence, collaboration and professional presence.
Program Structure
You can earn your MBAI through one of two paths that offer the same deep focus on business analytics and intelligence, with career possibilities that launch from parallel runways. Choose your level of exposure and flexibility.
Your training will be built around real, hands-on work, not simulations. Work on applied problems involving:
- Real organizational data
- Limited time and resources
- Ambiguous objectives
- High expectations for clarity and impact
How You’ll Learn
Led by faculty with real experience, you’ll practice how effective analysts actually work. Our curriculum will guide you through:
- Framing business problems
- Choosing the right analytic approach
- Rigorous analysis
- Interpreting implications
- Communicating recommendations that influence action
Sample Schedule*
Fall Semester* (15.75 Credit Hours)
- BUAI 433 – Foundations of Probability and Statistics (3)
- BUAI 434 – Data Mining & Visualization (3)
- BUAI 444 – Predictive Modeling (3)
- BUAI 492 – Foundations of Python Programming (1.5)
- MGMT 412– Leadership in Action* (1.5)
- MGMT 411– Professional Development* (0.75)
- BUAI 470 – Data Management with SQL* (1.5)
- BUAI 407A – Managerial Marketing I (1.5)
Spring Semester* (14.25 Credit Hours)
- BUAI 406A – Operations Management I (1.5)
- BUAI 455 - Prescriptive Analytics* (3)
- BUAI 435 – Marketing Models and Digital Analytics (3)
- BUAI 446 – Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (3)
- MGMT 413– Business Communications* (1.5)
- MGMT 414– Project Management* (0.75)
- BUAI 495 – Experiential Learning * (1.5)
*To begin Fall 2026, pending approval.