Master of Business Administration (MBA)- Business Analytics

The purpose of the Master of Business Administration program at VCU is to prepare individuals for the responsibilities of management. As students at VCU, individuals will learn the functions and techniques of effective management. The student also will come to understand the environmental and economic factors that affect decision-making in organizations. In short, the student will know what to do as future events unfold that affect hisher firm or organization. An M.B.A. from VCU benefits students at various points in their careers. Individuals who have recently received their baccalaureate degrees may choose to refine their business skills while their undergraduate training is fresh. Individuals with work experience often find that an M.B.A. is the key to rapid promotion or a career change. Finally, an M.B.A. from VCU meets the needs of students who recognize that the best preparation for an uncertain future is continuous learning. Business analytics concentration-specific outcome Students will examine and apply analytics to real-world decision contexts, emphasizing the use of data-driven methods to support, inform and improve organizational decision-making.

Prerequisites - Bachelor's degree Transcripts from each college/university attendedA statement of intentA current resumeThree letters of recommendationSubmitting a GMAT or GRE score for consideration is optional GMAT/GRE scoresApplicants may select to submit a valid GMAT or GRE score for consideration.GMAT code: LP8-QF-86ETS code: 5570Statement of intentAll master’s and post-baccalaureate graduate certificate programs require a statement of intent. We recommend a statement between one-and-a-half and two pages long, describing your accomplishments, goals and reasons for applying.