Specialized Master in Business Analytics

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We are looking for applicants who have a passion for analytics, are determined to succeed, and are willing to be challenged in an intensive program. Fisher's SMB-A graduate program has a diverse range of ages in our incoming class and highlights the ability of the program to help you at any point in your career journey. 

Your application to the SMB-A program should illustrate your academic aptitude, work experience (not required for admission), and your goals after graduation. The committee will thoroughly review essays, resumes, transcripts, and test scores to find candidates for the Fisher Specialized Master in Business Analytics program. It is critical that you present your strengths, involvement in community organizations or professional associations, and give us insight into your personal experiences and goals for the future. Be true to yourself, don’t just tell us what you think we want to hear... show us who you are and who you want to become.

ALL APPLICANTS:

The SMB-A program is test-optional for this autumn. Test optional means we allow you to opt-out of submitting GMAT/GRE test scores to be considered for admission.

 View the SMB-A Application Requirements

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS:

Due to the program's online format, the SMB-A program is unable to accept international applications for those with or seeking an F-1 or J-1 visa.

How much is previous statistical/software experience needed?

The SMB-A program welcomes all experience levels and statistical computing knowledge; however, we don't assume any specific background knowledge upon entry into the program. We see a wide range of capabilities when people first enroll. Some have lots of experience in Tableau, SQL, R or other software, while some have never done any of that before. As a primarily R-focused program, with some Python and other software in our courses, our business faculty will instruct you from the base levels to be conversant and capable with them in your day-to-day. It will undoubtedly help if you have experience with software or quantitative methods, but you can pick those methods up as you navigate the program.

As we evaluate whether you are a good fit for Fisher’s SMB-A program, we will consider four main categories:

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