The M.B.A. Program combines functional training in essential business skills with training in leadership, ethics, and global business. The M.B.A. with a concentration in Data Analytics combines functional training in collecting, cleaning, analyzing, and interpreting data with the purpose of making predictions that impact strategic decisions within an organization. Specific focus will be on developing a technical understanding of data analytics in various areas of business. The 51-hour program is designed to include the necessary foundational courses in business and data analytics for those who do not have an undergraduate degree in business.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon graduation, JBU’s graduate students will be able to: 

• Demonstrate redemptive behavior by integrating global, ethical and moral practices from a Christian worldview. (Ethics and Christian Worldview)
• Use leadership tools needed to build effective organizations in culturally diverse and global contexts. (Global Leadership)
• Demonstrate advanced business/organizational skills and knowledge necessary for professional growth and success. (Business/Organizational Skills and Knowledge)
• Analyze complex situations, identify relevant issues, apply appropriate concepts and skills, develop conclusions and implement effective actions. (Critical Thinking and Communication)
• Design and implement business research that yields actionable insights. (Information Literacy and Research)
• Construct data and analytic processes to inform strategic insights and automate decisions. (Data Analytics Program Specific Outcome)

Requirements for the Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree with concentration in Data Analytics