Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA)

The Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) is a STEM-designated degree program within the Lam Family College of Business at San Francisco State University.

For over 50 years, SF State has been a leading institution for quality business education in the San Francisco - Silicon Valley that prepares students to succeed in a digital economy, and commits to sustainable business, diversity, social justice and global partnerships.

About the Program

Located at the heart of the worlds innovation hub San Francisco - Silicon Valley, the MSBA program prepares students to be front and center of the digital era and to excel in the broad data-driven industries.

The program is STEM-designated for its focus on science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The program places the emphasis on experiential learning by offering students hands-on practical experience in industry data-driven projects. Our students develop data science skills, business acumen and organizational savvy that they will carry on in their careers to complex business problems.

• complete in three or four semesters
• take classes taught by distinguished faculty with industry experience
• choose between taking classes on a full-time or part-time basis

Is the MS in Business Analytics program right for me?

• I am comfortable with math and quantitative analysis.
   
• I have a four-year undergraduate degree in one of the following areas:
  • economics
  • engineering
  • mathematics
  • science, finance
  • accounting
  • management science
  • information systems
  • quantitative marketing
     
• I do not have an undergraduate degree in one of the previously listed areas, but I do have several years of professional work experience in one of those areas.
   
• I do not have a quantitative background but I am interested in pursuing a career in business analytics.
• I am ready to enhance my knowledge and skills in business analytics.