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
- $21,375 in-state / $21,375 out-of-state annual rate at this institution, not program-specific
- Field
- Business Analytics
- National, this field
- $96,599 – $176,787 national benchmark for the field
- Median debt
- $35,844
- Level
- Master's Degree
- Degrees awarded
- 9 (reporting year)
- Institution website
- Visit institution site
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Extensive preparation needed
Occupations linked to this field of study by the NCES CIP-SOC crosswalk; descriptions from O*NET.