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Accepting Applicants for the Fall 2026 MSBA Program

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Master of Science in Business Analytics

2026 Fall Semester

Why Choose Our Program?

Whether you're an ambitious professional aiming for a leadership role or a motivated individual seeking a new, high-growth career, the STEM-designated MSBA at CSUCI is designed for you. Our MSBA program bridges the gap between technical data expertise and business strategy. We don't just teach you how to analyze data; we teach you how to use it to solve complex business problems and drive growth.

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Gain a Competitive Edge

Our master's programs specialize in a high-demand field, helping you position yourself for promotion and leadership roles within your current organization. Even if you have an established career and a strong academic background, this can accelerate your career.

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Unlock a New Career

Secure a high-return-on-investment degree that acts as a catalyst for a new, stable, and financially rewarding career. Are you motivated to enter a high-growth field with significant opportunities for socioeconomic mobility? This degree is a transformative step toward a financially secure career.

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In-Demand Skills

You’ll learn tools and techniques for today’s market:

  • Business intelligence & prescriptive analytics
  • Statistical modeling for business
  • Machine learning for business
  • Data mining & management
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Program Details

50% of the courses are in-person at the CSU Channel Islands campus, while the rest are online at your convenience:

  • Evenings from 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
  • 20-Month full-time program
  • Tuition - $15,000
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Financial Aid

Aid is based on availability, enrollment status, and need in the form of federal aid, scholarships, work-study, and military benefits. Applicants should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CDAA) and apply for online scholarships.

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Applicant Requirements

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree with a competitive grade point average from a regionally accredited college or university. The degree can be in any field. Admission decisions are made based on an evaluation of the applicant’s potential for success in graduate studies.

Start Your Next Chapter

In today’s data-driven world, business analytics is a game-changer across industries. Companies rely on analytics to optimize decision-making, enhance efficiency, and drive innovation, making business analytics professionals highly sought after in the job market.

Stem-Designated MSBA

Gain the skills, knowledge, and tools to communicate and articulate data analytics.

Work With Teams

Understand how to deliver results to different audiences and propose a course of action.

Build Strategy

Translate complex data into actionable business insights in a real-world analytics challenge.

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