Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: Business Analytics

Degree: BSBA Mode of study: On-Campus Location: Main Campus
Degree Type
Bachelor's Degree
Program Type
Undergraduate
Location
Main Campus - Cape
College
Business & Computing
Department
Accounting, Economics & Finance
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Business analytics majors working side by side at a desktop computer viewing charts and data on the screen.

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

Our business analytics degree prepares you to excel in the fast-growing field of data analysis. As a business analytics major 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. 

What  You’ll  Do  While Earning your Business Analytics Degree:   

As a business analytics major at Southeast, 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 career opportunities are:

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

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Outcomes & Careers

  • $103k

    Data Scientist

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for a data scientist is $103,500.  

  • $85k

    Operations Research Analyst

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

  • 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.

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Missouri’s opened the door to a more educated workforce. We want to help you walk through it. If you’re an adult learner and a Missouri resident returning to college, learn about the Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant. It’s a statewide financial aid program that can be used to pursue a certificate, degree or industry-recognized credential in a high need area in Missouri. This major is eligible for the Fast Track grant.

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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, sell your knowledge and experience—and if all this is giving you anxiety, don’t panic. SEMO’s Career Services office is here to help you with the next step. They’ll provide the expertise and support you need, so you’re landing your dream job in no time.

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  • Economic students studying in the deparment of accounting, finance and economics attend class at Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.
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  • 2019 SEEDS Symposium at Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.
  • An accounting student attends class at Southeast Missouri State University.

Accelerated Master’s Degree

Southeast 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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Cape Girardeau, Missouri 63701

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