Business Analytics (4+1 Bachelor’s/MSBA)
The “4 + 1” Bachelor’s/MS in Business Analytics (MSBA) is a five year program, during which students will spend three years taking courses required for their chosen bachelor’s degree program and in their fourth year, they will complete (along with required undergraduate program courses) 6 credits worth of MSBA coursework. This will satisfy both undergraduate degree requirements and count toward achievement of the MSBA degree. In the fifth year, students will take graduate courses required to complete the MS in Business Analytics Degree.
Business analytics is transforming business and operations in all industries. It is the driving force behind efficiency and revenue growth. Advances in technology and the ability to obtain data has led organizations to employ more and more individuals in analytical roles. The demand for analytical professionals is projected to increase over the next ten years. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that analytical occupations such as Market Research Analyst (18%), Management Analyst (11%) and Economists (14%) are growing much faster than average from 2019-2029. A career as a Financial Analyst is faster than average at 5% growth and Budget Analyst at 3% growth (average) from 2019-2029. In addition, companies are expected to hire more operations research analysts (which is growing at the fastest rate of 25%) to greatly improve business operations, supply chains, pricing models, and marketing.
Providing undergraduate students the opportunity to add desirable analytics skills, knowledge and experience (through capstone projects or internships) in a relatively short period of time, can only enhance their job and career prospects. Undergraduate students will see the value in completing the combined program (4+1 Bachelors/MSBA program) to bolster their learning and employability, while also benefiting from some cost savings.
Approved Combined Program Major List:
- BA in Economics/MS in Business Analytics
- BA in Economics with a concentration in Asset Management/MS in Business Analytics
- BS in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance/MS in Business Analytics
- BS in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing/MS in Business Analytics
Application Requirements
If you are a prospective Freshman applicant, learn more about admission criteria here.
How to Apply:
Step 1: Schedule an appointment with an Advisor by contacting the MBA & Graduate Programs Office at (973)-655-4306 or gradbusiness@montclair.edu.
Step 2: Complete a change of major to designate intent to participate in the 4 + 1 Bachelor’s / MSBA program. Note: You can complete a change of major form after meeting with an Advisor regarding the 4+1 Bachelor’s / MSBA program.
Step 3: Complete the Basic Statistics foundation module (if you have not earned at least a B- or better in an Undergraduate Statistics course).
Step 4: Register for the 6 credits (2 courses) of Swing Courses in the Spring semester of your senior year.
- Application Deadline: Rolling admission
- Students enrolled in the Undergraduate portion of the Combined program are individually invited to proceed to the Graduate Admissions Verification process. In order to receive an invitation, they must
- Have earned at least 90 credits,
- Meet the cumulative 3.2 GPA requirement
- Have been added to the graduation list by the Registrar
Students with a GPA below a 3.2 are not eligible for admission to a Combined Program, and will need to submit a traditional application to their graduate program of interest. Prior to applying, please speak with your program advisor for more details.
Contact
If you have inquiries regarding your program of interest, please contact:
Program Coordinator: Dr. Marina Johnson
Office: Feliciano School of Business
Email: johnsonmari@montclair.edu
Telephone: 973-655-3513
If you have questions regarding the application process and requirements, please email or call us:
Undergraduate Admissions
Email: msuadm@montclair.edu
Telephone: 973-655-4444
Fax: (973) 655-7700
Office of Graduate Admissions
Email: graduate@montclair.edu
Telephone: 973-655-5147
Fax: (973) 655-7869