MBA in Analytics

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Steer Data-Driven Decisions 

There’s a growing demand for professionals who steer data-driven decisions at the intersection of business, management, analytics, and strategy.  

The Business School at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) is introducing a new STEM-designated MBA in Analytics to equip individuals with these skills and prepare the next generation of leaders in this business domain. MBA graduates often experience significant career promotions and salary increases after completing their degree. In fact, more than two thirds of WPI MBA graduates report getting a promotion.

Program Highlights Include: 

  • Leverage analytics methods, tools, and techniques to make strategic business decisions using a data-driven approach.
  • Build your skills for early- to mid-career leadership roles in analytics, project management, product management, and more.
  • Choose from specialties in Applied Business Analytics, Artificial Intelligence in Business, Marketing Analytics, Operations Analytics, or Strategic Management and Innovation.
  • Prepare for in-demand job roles: data analytics positions are projected to grow by 23% by 2031, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
  • International students can take advantage of the extended OPT benefits with this STEM-designated degree. 
Graduate Admissions
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67%

Of WPI graduates gained promotions with their MBA

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$119,061

Median salary of WPI MBA graduates

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30%

Of MBA students are planning to switch to a STEM MBA

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Curriculum

In addition to required sources, students choose two specialties of three courses each.

  • Applied Business Analytics (9 credits) 
  • Artificial Intelligence in Business (9 credits) 
  • Marketing Analytics (9 credits)
  • Operations Analytics (9 credits) 
  • Strategic Management and Innovation (9 credits)

MBA Analytics Course Listings

Explore MBA Analytics course listings in WPI's graduate course catalog

Admissions Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with at least one prior college-level statistics course with a grade of B or better, and a GPA > 3.0.

For International Students - English Language Proficiency Requirement

The Business Masters programs require a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 90, TOEFL Essentials score of 8.5, IELTS score of 7 (minimum sub-score of 6.5), or Duolingo score of 115.

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Purvi Shah
Purvi Shah
Associate Professor, The Business School
Professor Shah has ’done’ marketing and now she ’teaches’ marketing at the WPI Business School. She has a diverse industry experience in the marketing/brand management function of mid-size to large corporations across consumer goods, retail, and real estate verticals. In academic [...]
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Bengisu Tulu
Bengisu Tulu
Professor, The Business School
I enjoy teaching because it allows me to interact with students who have the potential to make the world a better place using technology. I continually innovate in my courses to ensure students enjoy the learning experience, learn the key concepts and skills related to informatio [...]
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Jim Ryan
Jim Ryan
Associate Teaching Professor, The Business School
Prior to accepting my faculty position with WPI in 2019, I held tenured positions with Troy University and Auburn University at Montgomery, retiring from the Alabama System in 2019. During this time frame, I also visited the University of Louisiana at LaFayette. My teaching philo [...]
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Renata Konrad
Renata Konrad
Professor, The Business School
The application of Industrial Engineering and mathematical knowledge has always been a rewarding challenge for me. I draw on a variety of Industrial Engineering techniques including optimization and simulation. My research has included evaluating anti-human trafficking efforts, c [...]
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