The Ohio State University Max M. Fisher College of Business
Specialized Master in Business - Analytics
Format
DistanceDuration
10 monthsStart date
25 August, 2026Application deadline
01 July, 2026Ohio State's Specialized Master in Business Analytics (SMB-A) develops next-generation managers capable of leveraging practical approaches to analysis, informed decision-making and systems thinking. It equips students with real-world knowledge of how applied statistics, applications in machine learning and data visualization tactics are used in business.
ONLINE FLEXIBILITY: Complete the SMB-A degree full-time in as little as 10 months or at a slower part-time pace, which purposefully accommodates busy working professionals and more. Each class is delivered 75 percent online, with the remaining 25 percent taught through in-person or live-stream Saturday classes.**Except under unique circumstances, the 100% online streaming option is only available to students living 50+ miles away from Ohio State's main campus.
R-FOCUSED: Many courses are taught using the R statistical language. R is used by major players in data analytics; including Amazon, Nationwide and Google. Students get a virtual machine to develop skills in R, Rstudio, Python, Jupyter, SQL, MS Oce, PuTTY, Tableau, etc., that employers seek.
REAL-WORLD CAPSTONE PROJECT: Select a project with a current employer or a Fisher-sourced one.
TOP BUSINESS SCHOOL: Learning at a top business school is vital to success. Gain the technical expertise and skills to be a leader in analytics through Ohio State's career-focused, top-ranked Fisher College of Business. Did you know? A dedicated career coach provides support to help target your goals. Get the coaching and development needed to advance or switch careers successfully.
