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Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: Business Analytics

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DEGREE TYPE

Bachelor's Degree

PROGRAM TYPE

Undergraduate

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Turn data into insights and drive business success with a Business Analytics Degree.

Our Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in business analytics prepares you to excel in the fast-growing field of data analysis. With a BSBA business analytics degree you'll learn how to gather, interpret, and use data to solve business problems and make informed decisions. With a blend of business, technology, and statistical training, the Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics program gives you the tools to shape the future of business strategy. 

Step Into What’s Next While Earning your Business Analytics Degree:   

With a business analytics degree at SEMO, you'll develop the skills to mine and visualize data, learn how to responsibly use data, and work on your critical thinking skills. You’ll also: 

  • Utilize machine learning to learn from data and make predictions.
  • Use statistical methods to analyze data and draw conclusions.
  • Plan, execute, and track projects.
  • Write code to manipulate data and build models.

What Can You Do With a Business Analytics Degree?

With a bachelor of science in business analytics, you’ll be prepared for careers in data analysis, business intelligence, and consulting. Graduates often work as data analysts, business analysts, or market research analysts in industries like finance, healthcare, and technology. The demand for professionals who can make data-driven decisions continues to grow, offering excellent career opportunities in this exciting field. Some business analytics degree career opportunities are:

  • Data analyst
  • Business intelligence analyst
  • Data scientist
  • Marketing analyst
  • Operations research analyst

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Business Analytics Degree Outcomes & Careers

  • $124k

    Data Scientist

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for a data scientist is $124,590.  

  • $85k

    Operations Research Analyst

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for an operations research analyst is $85,720.   

  • $86K

    Market Research Analyst

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for a market research analyst is $86,480.

  • 23+%

    Job Growth

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job growth for certain occupations that require a busines analytics degree have a growth rate that is much faster than average, including operations research analysts and data scientists.

Your Fearless Foundation Starts Here

Business Administration Core – 30 Hours Required

A grade of ‘C’ is required in each core course.
  • AC221 Principles of Accounting I (3)
  • AC222 Principles of Accounting II (3)
  • BA101 The Business Universe (3)
  • BA490 Business Policy and Strategy (3)
  • BL255 Business Law (3)
  • FI361 Financial Management (3)
  • MG301 Principles of Management (3)
  • MI375 Management Information Systems (3)
  • MK301 Principles of Marketing (3)
Choose 3 hours:*
  • AC540 International Perspectives of Accounting (3)
  • BA550 Global Logistics (3)
  • BA560 Topics in International Business (3)
  • BL560 International Business Law (3)
  • EC580 International Economics (3)
  • FI540 International Finance (3)
  • MG560 International Management (3)
  • MK560 International Marketing (3)
*International Course taken to meet Business Administration Core requirement may not be counted on a major.

Support Courses – 27 Hours Required

Some courses may fulfill General Education requirements. A grade of ‘C’ or better is required in each support course.
  • BA252 Business Communication (2)
  • BA452 Professionalism (1)
  • EC215 Principles of Microeconomics (3)
  • EC225 Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
  • EN140 Rhetoric and Critical Thinking (3)
  • MA116 Precalculus A OR MA123 Mathematical Reasoning and Modeling (3)
  • MI101 Intro to Computer Applications (3)
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  • SC105 Fundamentals of Oral Communication (3)

Business Analytics Major - 30 Hours – No Minor Required

Required Courses:
  • CS101 Introduction to Computer Programming (3)
  • CS155 Computer Science I (3)
  • CS265 Computer Science II (3)
  • CS453 Machine Learning (3)
  • CS505 Data Mining (3)
  • MA223 Elementary Probability & Statistics (3)
  • MA323 Statistical Methods (3)
Choose 3 hours:
  • AC330 Accounting Analytics and Information Systems (3)
  • EC351 Econometrics (3)
  • EC490 Business Forecasting (3)
  • ER561 Business Planning for New Ventures (3)
  • FA315 Retail Buying (3)
  • MG516 Acquiring Talent (3)
  • MG536 Compensating Talent (3)
  • MK345 Intro to Business Research (3)
  • QM352 Quantitative Decision Models (3)
  • QM358 Production/Operations Management (3)
Choose 6 hours:
  • AC330 Accounting Analytics and Information Systems (3)
  • AC555 Forensic Accounting Analytics (3)
  • CS433 Data Analytics (3)
  • EC351 Econometrics (3)
  • EC490 Business Forecasting (3)
  • ER561 Business Planning for New Ventures (3)
  • HA540 Healthcare Informatics (3)
  • HA545 Healthcare Database Systems (3)
  • MA530 Statistical Learning (3)
  • MG516 Acquiring Talent (3)
  • MG536 Compensating Talent (3)
  • MK345 Introduction to Business Research (3)
  • QM352 Quantitative Decision Models (3)
  • QM358 Operations Management (3)
  • QM558 Principles of Supply Chain Management (3)
Choose 6 hours:
  • AC/BA/BL/CS/CY/EC/ER/FA/FI/HA/HM/MG/MI/MK/QM 300-599
Additional requirement:
  • MI001 Microsoft Excel Certification (0)
  • Social and Behavioral Sciences – 6 hours 
  • Constitution Requirement – 3 hours 
  • Written Communication – 6 hours 
  • Oral Communication – 3 hours 
  • Natural Sciences – 7 hours (from two disciplines, one to include a lab) 
  • Mathematics – 3 hours 
  • Humanities & Fine Arts – 9 hours (from at least two disciplines) 
  • Additional requirements – 5 hours (to include UI100 for native students) 
  • Civics examination

First Year

Fall Semester (16 hours)
  • UI100 (1)
  • EN100 (3)
  • BA101 (3)
  • MA116 or MA123 (3)
  • MI001 (0)
  • MI101 (3)
  • General Education (3)
Spring Semester (15 hours)
  • CS101 (3)
  • EN140 (3)
  • SC105 (3)
  • General Education (3)
  • General Education (3)

Second Year

Fall Semester (17 hours)
  • AC221 (3)
  • CS155 (3)
  • EC215 (3)
  • QM257 (3)
  • General Education (3)
Spring Semester (15 hours)
  • AC222 (3)
  • BL255 (3)
  • CS265 (3)
  • EC225 (3)
  • QM258 (3)

Third Year

Fall Semester (14 hours)
  • BA252 (2)
  • FI361 (3)
  • MG301 (3)
  • MK301 (3)
  • General Education (3)
Spring Semester (15 hours)
  • BA452 (1)
  • CS453 (3)
  • MI375 (3)
  • Major Elective (3)
  • General Education (3)
  • Elective (2)

Fourth Year

Fall Semester (15 hours)
  • CS505 (3)
  • HCBC Elective (3)
  • Major Elective (3)
  • Major Elective (3)
  • General Education (3)
Spring Semester (15 hours)
  • BA490 (3)
  • International course (3)
  • HCBC Elective (3)
  • General Education (3)
  • Elective (3)
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Getting the Job

Your education is just one piece to launching an extraordinary career. Once you’ve mastered the material, you still have to find the job you want, make the right connections, and sell your knowledge and experience—if all this is giving you anxiety, don’t panic. SEMO’s Career Services office is here to help you with the next step. Our boldly supportive faculty will provide the expertise and support you need, so you’re landing your dream job in no time.
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Accelerated Master’s Degree

SEMO offers an accelerated master’s degree for current students. You can get both undergraduate and graduate credit for some 500 level courses, meaning you can graduate with an MBA sooner.
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With a business analytics degree, you’re prepared for a career as a data scientist, operations research analyst, and a financial analyst.
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DEGREE TYPE

Bachelor's Degree

PROGRAM TYPE

Undergraduate

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Main Campus - Cape

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Cape Girardeau, Missouri 63701
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