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Why This Specialization is For You

Unlock Business with Data.

Data analytics is the key to unlocking the future. With the world becoming increasingly data-driven, professionals skilled in data analysis are in high demand. Discover how the UBalt MBA specialization in data analytics can transform your future.

Business and Entreprenuership

Business and Entreprenuership

Program Type

Master of Business Administration
M.B.A.

Locations/Format

UBalt Campus
Hagerstown Regional Higher Ed. Center
• Courses are offered on campus and online.

Cost

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• UBalt offers "regional, in-state tuition" for select out-of-state areas.

Requirements

All Degree Requirements

The MBA is 39-credits

  • 30 Core credits
  • 9 Specialization credits

 No test requirements for admission.

MBA- Data Analytics Specialization

In today's data-driven world, data analysts are the modern-day detectives. Join the ranks of these problem-solvers and use your skills to uncover valuable insights that drive business decisions. Employers are seeking people with strong data analytics skills can provide valuable insights that go beyond traditional financial reporting. They can help organizations identify areas for cost reduction, improve operational efficiency, and make data-driven decisions that drive overall business performance.  Our faculty have mapped out specific courses for you to specialize in data analytics. 


The MBA for Working Professionals.

We recognize the importance of work-life-education balance, so we offer flexible learning options for working professionals. Our on-campus business classes begin at 6 p.m., with some offered in a hybrid format (combining in-person and online learning) and all of our online classes are available asynchronously. You also have the choice to take a part-or full-time course load—and you can change your mind every semester.

Learn more about the Admission process.

Opportunites in Data Analytics.

The demand for data analysis and business intelligence professionals is robust and expected to continue growing strongly in the coming years.

  • Projected Growth: The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 36 percent growth in employment for data scientists from 2023 to 2033. This is "much faster than the average for all occupations." 
  • Market Expansion: The data analytics market size is projected to grow significantly. One report estimates it will jump from $7.03 billion in 2023 to a whopping $303.4 billion in 2030. This massive expansion necessitates more skilled professionals to handle the increasing volume of data.

MBA with  a data analytics specialization is a valuable investment for those seeking a rewarding and impactful career in today's data-driven business landscape. It offers a unique combination of business knowledge and technical skills, leading to diverse career opportunities, high earning potential, and the ability to drive innovation and business success. THings to think about:

  • Data analytics skills are valuable in every business function, from marketing and finance to operations and supply chain management. This gives graduates flexibility in their career paths.
  • MBA graduates are equipped to make data-driven decisions, a crucial skill for leadership roles in today's data-driven world.
  • The ability to analyze data and extract insights is a skill that will remain relevant regardless of technological advancements.
  • Data analytics skills are transferable across industries, providing graduates with career mobility and adaptability to changing market demands.
  • By uncovering hidden patterns and trends in data, MBA graduates can help organizations innovate and gain a competitive edge.

What Our Graduates Do

A significant portion of organizations are investing heavily in data and analytics. For example, in 2023, 91.9 percent of organizations reported achieving measurable value from their data and analytics investments. This continued focus on data-driven decision-making fuels the need for data analysts and business intelligence specialists.

Common Roles

  • Data Analyst
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Data Scientist
  • Management Consultant
  • Marketing Analytics Manager
  • Chief Data Officer
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Admission Information

Your application will be accepted on a rolling basis but you can use these dates as a guide.

  • Fall: Aug. 15
  • Spring: Jan. 1
  • Summer: May 1

Admission will be offered depending on availability of space, strength of your credentials and sufficiency of time for processing.

Questions? Contact an admission counselor at 410.837.4777 or gradadmission@ubalt.edu.

 Let us know when you are ready to earn your MBA degree by applying to the program. Our online application will only take you a few minutes to complete. Before you submit the application, you’ll be asked to use your credit card or bank account to pay the $50 application fee.

Insider tips:
The earlier you apply and submit a completed application, the faster you’ll receive an admission decision. Each one of your supporting admission documents may be sent individually. Your admission portal will keep track of what the UBalt Admission team has received.

When you attend an information session or discuss your application with an Admission counselor or Merrick School of Business representative be sure to get your application fee waiver code and save yourself $50.

A bachelor’s degree in any field is required for admittance into the UBalt MBA program. This program is open to students without an accounting undergraduate degree as well as those who have earned an accounting-focused bachelor’s degree. The undergraduate GPA for admitted students typically ranges from 2.9 to 4.0.

Historically, admitted MBA students have average cumulative GPA's of 3.2 and come from a variety of academic majors, with the majority having some sort of prior accounting education.

The University of Baltimore has several scholarships that may be available for those students who have submitted competitive GPA documentation.

A key factor for all applicants is the undergraduate GPA, although graduate coursework will be taken into account. Request your official transcripts as soon as possible, as they can take time to print, prepare and mail. The Office of Admission requires original transcripts from all universities you’ve attended. It’s easiest to have the institution send your transcript directly to us.

If you are mailing an institution’s transcript, do not break the seal upon receipt. If you attended a non-U.S. institution, you must provide the official transcript and a transcript evaluation with a course-by-course analysis conducted by a transcript evaluation service such as World Education Services. 

Send your resume to our team via email. By submitting your resume you are signaling that you are a polished professional. That’s great because our students are professionals who are looking to enhance or change their careers. The diversity of your overall work experience is important to us.  

The Admissions Committee holistically considers your transcripts, work experience, personal statement and professional recommendation in the evaluation process.

Your personal statement is important, so take your time writing it. Please submit it to documents@ubalt.edu

Clearly tell the admissions committee more about your background and your interests. Share the reasons why you are interested in pursuing a University of Baltimore MBA.

Include your thoughts about how the program will assist you in achieving your academic and professional development goals. Make sure your essay is well written and exhibits a high level of academic and professional competency. Again, don’t forget to proofread for grammatical and spelling errors. 

One recommendation letter is required for candidates with a GPA less than 3.0.  It should come from someone with the ability to evaluate your academic aptitude and/or professional experience, such as a professor, supervisor, project partner, or mentor.

Candidates with a GPA above 3.0 are not required to submit a letter of recommendation but it is welcomed.

Examples should include details of your work history, thoughts on your competence as an employee, an explanation of why they think you’d be a successful MBA candidate, description of your academic ability, etc.

Ask the writers to put their letters of recommendation in sealed envelopes with their signatures on the back flap. Give those individuals who are writing your letters of recommendation at least two weeks—but preferably a month—to complete the task. This allows them to take their time and communicate their thoughts and recommendations of the likelihood that you will succeed in the program.

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Office of Graduate Admission
1420 N. Charles St.
Baltimore, MD 21201

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Faculty

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Claire Guo

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Danielle Fowler

Associate Professor

Mikhail Pevzner, Ph.D.

Professor

Jaya Singhal

Professor