MBA - Master of Business Administration in Business Analytics

Gain a competitive edge in one of the fastest-growing fields. Our STEM-designated MBA in Business Analytics equips you to lead with data, combining leadership training with in-demand skills in machine learning, predictive modeling, and business intelligence. Pace University’s STEM-designated MBA in Business Analytics from the Lubin School of Business equips you to lead with data in today’s complex business landscape. You’ll gain advanced training in data science, visualization tools (Tableau and Power BI), machine learning, and predictive modeling, while also building foundational management skills in finance, strategy, and operations.
While studying in New York City, you’ll access the heart of global business and connect with organizations across industries that rely on data for a competitive advantage. Whether you’re looking to pivot into analytics or elevate your current career, this program gives you the technical depth and leadership perspective to do both.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, data science is among the top 20 fastest-growing occupations, with 35 percent projected growth from 2022 to 2032. U.S. News & World Report ranks data scientist as #8 on its “100 Best Jobs in America” list for 2025, underscoring the demand and opportunity awaiting MBA graduates with analytics expertise.

The master’s in business analytics curriculum provides comprehensive analytics skills: analysis and modeling techniques that cover the whole spectrum of descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics—ad hoc reports, data visualization to regression, data mining, and optimization. You will learn how to solve real-world business problems with cutting-edge software tools like R, SQL, Excel, and Tableau.

• A personal statement explaining to the Graduate Admission Committee why you would like to pursue the program of graduate study you have chosen. Additional information regarding your academic performance, as well as professional experience, may also be included in the supplement.
• A resume or outline describing at least the past five years of your employment history and any significant community, professional, or college extracurricular activities.
• Two letters of recommendation are optional, but strongly recommended. If you choose to submit letters of recommendation in support of your application, letters should be from academic or professional references who can knowledgeably comment on your ability to successfully complete graduate study. Please note that the Graduate Admission Committee reserves the right to require letters of recommendation on a case by case basis.
• All Official Transcripts: Transcripts from every accredited college or university attended (not just the degree granting institution) must be sent either to Pace University, directly from the academic institution electronically or by mail, or forwarded by the applicant in sealed envelopes from the academic institution.
• If you have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above for all of your undergraduate work, and you hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, you will be considered for admission to any MBA or MS program without submitting a GMAT or GRE score.
• If you are an MBA applicant who already holds a business-related master's or doctoral degree, you may request a waiver of the GMAT or GRE.