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Master of Science in Analytics

Data drives the way successful businesses operate. Earning your Master of Science in Analytics online from Creighton University's Heider College of Business allows you to build adaptable data analysis skills and strengthen your business intelligence to affect decisions and progress in your organization.

This master’s degree program provides you with practical knowledge in predictive and prescriptive analytics, data visualization and modeling, machine learning, database management, research and more. You’ll learn how to analyze data, solve complex problems and drive decision-making processes. 

“Heider College of Business has a fantastic reputation. Students want to come here, and students that leave after graduation are able to get jobs quickly … There's no doubt a demand for Creighton students.”
— Anton Ames, MBA | Instructor, Heider College of Business

It’s more than a degree—it’s an investment in your future

Demand for professionals with expertise in data and analytics is booming. Employers in nearly every industry are searching for professionals with analytical skill sets, including:

  • Software Developers
  • Data Scientists
  • Marketing Analysts
  • Marketing Managers
  • Management Analysts
  • Computer Systems Analysts
  • Operations Research Analysts

Many employers are seeking skilled professionals with data analytics degrees—and they’re looking for Creighton graduates in particular. The Heider College of Business, where the analytics master’s program is housed, has a reputation for excellence in the business community, thanks in part to its many partnerships with local and national Fortune 500 companies. Heider graduates are also in demand because employers know they’re educated in the Jesuit tradition, which encourages critical inquiry, excellence and a service-minded approach to business.

Designed to fit your goals and schedule

Creighton’s MS in Analytics is offered two ways: online and accelerated on-campus. 

  • The online MS in Analytics program can prepare you for a career in data sciences in just over two years. You won’t have to put your current career on hold. You can complete your data analytics courses online whenever and wherever works best for you.
  • The Accelerated MS in Analytics is a unique program designed for students who wish to complete their master’s in one year.  This program is full-time and takes place on Creighton’s campus in downtown Omaha. 

Creighton’s analytics program ensures courses are timely and relevant. Four of the courses in Creighton’s MS in Analytics program are considered “floating” courses. This designation provides flexibility for the program director to substitute course offerings with new courses that cover the latest trends in the industry. As a student, we will help you customize your plan of study to fit your goals, while also staying current with new innovations and concepts in big data.

For all of these reasons and more, earning your master's in analytics through Creighton University is a wise investment in your future.

Program At A Glance

Master of Science in Analytics

This program is offered On Campus

This program is offered Online

Application Deadline

FOR ONLINE JANUARY ENROLLMENT
December 1

FOR ONLINE AUGUST ENROLLMENT
August 1

FOR ON-CAMPUS AUGUST ENROLLMENT
July 1

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree with 3.0 GPA or higher
  • Official transcripts from all educational institutions attended
  • GMAT score, if required
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Personal statement
  • Application
  • $50 application fee
  • Additional requirements for international students
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16% expected overall job growth for careers in data analysis by 2028
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Faculty spotlight
Dustin Ormond

Dustin Ormond

PhD | Assistant Professor, Heider College of Business
“A lot of employers are seeking our students because of their education and the skills they bring to their professions, thanks to the practical experience they receive at Creighton.”
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PROGRAM DETAILS

Program Goals and Curriculum

To earn a Master of Science in Analytics at Creighton University, you must complete 33 credit hours. Four of the courses in this program are considered “floating” courses. This designation provides flexibility for the program director to substitute course offerings with new courses that cover the latest trends in the industry.

If you are enrolled in the Accelerated Master’s in Analytics Program you will also experience a travel course and an experiential internship in a relevant industry. 

Core courses include:

  • Python Programming for Analytics
  • Statistics for Data Scientists
  • Data Wrangling
  • Ethics in Data Analytics
  • Predictive Analytics
  • Data Visual Analysis and Visualization
  • Machine Learning
  • Database Management Systems

For the ONLINE format:

View all ONLINE courses for this program

For the ON-CAMPUS Accelerated format:

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Faculty

Our respected faculty at Creighton strives to help students in the Master's of Analytics program strengthen their skills, expand their knowledge and work to achieve their goals.

Meet the program faculty

Specific Application Requirements

To be considered for admission to the MS in Analytics program, applicants must:

  • Complete an application and submit a $50 application fee
  • Possess a bachelor’s degree with 3.0 GPA or higher
  • Provide official transcripts from all educational institutions attended. Read more about sending transcripts here
  • Submit a personal statement: 300-500 words that explains why you’re interested in Creighton and this program in particular, as well as what you plan to do with your degree
  • Submit two letters of recommendation from persons other than friends or family members
  • Provide a GMAT score, if required

 A personal interview may be requested in addition to the above requirements. The interview may be conducted in-person or virtually.

International applicants must meet English language proficiency requirements.

Tuition and Financial Aid

Tuition rates change in the fall of each year. Visit the Tuition and Fees page for more details.

Financial Aid
To help make your graduate studies at Creighton University more affordable, we encourage you to file the FAFSA to apply for financial assistance. We also encourage you to apply for available graduate student scholarships and fellowships.

Learn more about funding your education

Still have questions? Email or call a friendly financial specialist at 402.280.2731 for any additional questions you may have. 

Dates and Deadlines

The table below details the enrollment deadlines and starting dates of courses for the current academic year. If you have any questions about dates, deadlines, or application materials, please contact an enrollment specialist for personalized assistance.

ONLINE

Start Classes In

Apply By

August

August 1

January

December 1

ON-CAMPUS ACCELERATED

Start Classes In

Apply By

August

July 1

Tuition & Financial Aid

Learn about how to fund your investment in education at the Creighton Financial Aid Office.

Funding Your Education

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