Governors State University
1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484, United States

Governors State University is a public university in University Park, Illinois. The 750 acres campus is located 30 miles south of Chicago, Illinois. GSU was founded in 1969. It is a public university offering degree programs at the undergraduate, master's, and doctoral levels.

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Overview

Skills in business analytics are in high demand. Around the world, employers are hiring professionals who can analyze data to find profitable outcomes. With a Master of Science in Business Analytics (M.S.B.A.), you will have the knowledge and versatility to begin or advance your career in numerous fields. 

Program Benefits  

There are many reasons why the M.S.B.A. program is the right path for you:

Business Analytics is one of the fastest growing career paths worldwide (GMAC).

Coursework involves hands-on experience with modern software tools (e.g., Python, SQL, Excel, IBM, DB2, SAP Predictive Analytics, SAS Visual Analytics, Tableau, SAP ERP HANA, SAP Business Objects, Teradata)

Classes are offered in on-campus, hybrid, and online formats to accommodate all types of schedules. 

International students may be eligible to work up to 36 months under the Optional Practical Training program, upon graduation (DHS).

Career Paths   

Are you unsure of where a M.S.B.A. will take you? Here are some careers that our program will prepare you for:  

Data Scientist (Ranked as one of the top jobs in America)

Business Analyst

Data Analyst

Financial Quantitative Analyst

Market Research Analyst

For even more paths, please check out the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistic(s) Occupational Outlook Handbook. 
 

Curriculum

View your courses and other program requirements on our catalog page.

Required Documents:

- Transcripts - All Previous Universities - Minimum GPA - 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale)

- Please include grading scale if available

- GSU now accepts 3 year degree(s) from India. 

- Proof of English proficiency

- TOEFL (80 - minimum sub-scores of 20 in each section)

- IELTS (6.0)

- Duolingo (95)

- PTE (53 - minimum sub-scores of 53 in each section)

-GRE/GMAT is optional for most programs.

-GMAT is strongly recommended for MS Business Analytics applicants

- Resume

- Statement of Purpose

- 3 Letters of Recommendation

- Copy of Passport

- NACES Evaluation Recommended - University reserves the right to ask for a NACES at a later date

Deadlines: Most programs are on a rolling admission basis. However, the following programs have admission deadlines or limited admission periods: Communication, Media, and Performance; Communication Disorders; Counseling; Health Administration; Nursing; Occupational Therapy; Political and Justice Studies; Psychology; School Psychology; and Social Work. Refer to the specific major sections in this catalog for criteria and deadlines. Details on application to master level programs are found in the Graduate Admissions webpages of the Admissions Office

Fall - July , spring - 1 December

Please send the student details and documents to admissions@indoglobalstudies.org. IGS team will submit the application through channel partner.