About this field of study · CIP 52.1302
A program that focuses on the application of mathematical statistics to the description, analysis, and forecasting of business data. Includes instruction in statistical theory and methods, computer applications, data analysis and display, long- and short-term forecasting methods, and market performance analysis.
- Institution tuition
- $8,878 in-state / $25,186 out-of-state annual rate at this institution, not program-specific
- Field
- Business Analytics
- Median earnings (1 yr)
- $89,137
- National, this field
- $96,599 – $176,787 national benchmark for the field
- Median debt
- $20,500
- Level
- Master's Degree
- Degrees awarded
- 30 (reporting year)
- Institution website
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