How does a major grocery chain know which city out of the thousands in the country is ripe for their next store? What about that manufacturer that needs to avoid a major blockage in their supply chain? What these projects both have in common is that they’ll rely heavily on business analytics.
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Business analytics is an emerging field that allows organizations of all types and sizes to make decisions large and small based on hard numbers. And demand is high for professionals who can serve these roles, which for most people will mean getting specialized training in cutting-edge areas.
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Fortunately for students in South Carolina, the state is home to several outstanding degree options in the field of business analytics. We wanted to provide prospective applicants with an analysis of the hard data when it comes to things like accreditation (AACSB is the gold standard), cost, flexibility and more.
Our Selection Criteria
- Reputation: How the university and program is thought of by its peers.
- Credibility: How well the program ranks in major degree rating publications.
- Flexibility: How flexible the program is in terms of online class times, time to complete degree, etc.
- Value: Comparison of the quality of education to cost.
Programs in This Section
#1. University of South Carolina Aiken
471 University Parkway, Aiken, SC 29801
Business Analytics Degree:
- Master of Business Administration
Other Applicable Degrees:
- Online MBA in Project Management, Online MBA in Finance
Program Description:
U of SC’s Aiken campus is home to the top program in South Carolina, an online MBA that can be earned in as little as one year. Tuition is among the lowest in the country for MBA programs, and notable coursework includes Quantitative Methods and Business Analytics, and Business Vision, Innovation and Strategy.
Degree Details:
Accreditation
AACSB
Admissions
Bachelor’s degree; GMAT or GRE required with undergraduate GPA less than 3.0 plus less than three years’ professional experience; English proficiency scores required for international applicants
Tuition
$14,000 (30 credits)
Online?
Yes
Visit School
https://online.usca.edu/programs/mba-general.aspx
#2. Clemson University
225 Walter T. Cox Blvd., Clemson, SC, 29634
Business Analytics Degree:
- Master of Science in Data Science and Analytics
Other Applicable Degrees:
- Master of Business Administration
Program Description:
Clemson’s online Master of Science in Data Science and Analytics is offered through the departments of management and mathematics and statistical sciences. Most students can complete their training in about 18 months, and optional immersion weekends are available to provide a chance for in-person collaboration.
Degree Details:
Accreditation
AACSB
Admissions
Bachelor’s degree; GMAT or GRE not required; English proficiency scores required for international applicants
Tuition
$37,920 (30 credits)
Online?
Yes
Visit School
https://www.clemson.edu/graduate/academics/ms-dsa/index.html
#3. Charleston Southern University
9200 University Blvd., Charleston, SC 29406
Business Analytics Degree:
- Master of Science in Business Analytics
Other Applicable Degrees:
- Online MBA, Online Master of Science in Project Management
Program Description:
Charleston Southern is home to the final of three programs in South Carolina to make our list, a fully online Master of Science in Business Analytics. While it’s an affordable, fully online program, students should mind the fact that it lacks AACSB accreditation, having earned regional accreditation only. Still, completion time is as low as one year, which is ideal for working professionals.
Degree Details:
Accreditation
SACSCOC
Admissions
Bachelor’s degree; GMAT or GRE not required; English proficiency score required for international applicants
Tuition
$19,500 (30 credits)
Online?
Yes
Visit School
https://www.charlestonsouthern.edu/online/ms-business-analytics/