Business Analytics MBA

Degree Awarded: Master of Business Admin. (MBA)
Minimum Required Credits: 36.0
Co-op Option: None
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) code: 52.1399
Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code: 11-1021

About the Program

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program prepares students to develop strong business acumen and lead effectively in complex, dynamic organizations. Students build an integrated understanding of core business disciplines while developing the ability to analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and make informed strategic decisions. The curriculum emphasizes the integration of people, data, and technology, enabling students to approach business challenges holistically and with practical insight.

Students engage in experiential learning opportunities and collaborative, practice-oriented work. Throughout the program, students participate in integrated, team-based experiences that require them to analyze business challenges and develop actionable recommendations. These experiences emphasize real-world problem solving, decision-making in organizational contexts, and effective collaboration. The program’s flexible delivery formats support working professionals at all stages of their careers, enabling immediate application of skills in professional settings.

Graduates are prepared for a wide range of roles across industries, including consulting, finance, marketing, and management. The program supports career advancement and transition by developing adaptable skills in leadership, problem solving, and cross-functional decision-making. It also provides a strong foundation for continued professional development across a range of business domains.

Drexel’s experiential learning model distinguishes the program by integrating applied, practice-oriented experiences throughout the curriculum. Through experiential learning opportunities and collaborative projects, students graduate with the ability to apply business knowledge in real-world settings and lead organizations in an increasingly complex business environment.

This major prepares students to leverage data and analytical methods to inform managerial decision-making across business contexts. Students build foundational skills in interpreting and applying analytics, with the flexibility to pursue either a manager-focused pathway emphasizing data interpretation and communication, a more technical pathway incorporating statistical modeling, data wrangling, and advanced analytical methods or a pathway that branches out it analytics in other disciplinary areas.

Additional Information

For more information please contact the LeBow College of Business

Admission Requirements

Same as Drexel admission requirements.

Degree Requirements

Program Learning Outcomes