Program at a Glance
| Average Duration | 1–2 years, self-paced |
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| Course Delivery | In-person evening classes and hybrid options |
| Program Concentrations | Accounting, Economics, Finance, and General |
| Semester Credit Hours | 30 |
| STEM Designated Degree Program: | Yes |
Why Pursue a Master's Degree in Business Analytics
The flexible MS in Business Analytics degree prepares you for data-driven careers in economics, finance, marketing, healthcare, supply chain management and other business sectors. Designed for students seeking in-person instruction with faculty and peer interaction, courses are offered in the evening on campus for working professionals, with HyFlex, hybrid and select online courses available.
Open to students from a range of academic and professional backgrounds, no prior quantitative or coding experience is required. The flexible program lets you progress at your own pace while applying analytics to real-world business challenges. Coursework in data visualization, predictive modeling, optimization and related techniques prepares you to improve business processes and drive evidence-based decisions. In-person students can also choose a concentration in either accounting, economics, finance or marketing for additional analytical and domain-specific knowledge that employers value.
Choose the Format for You
Your master’s program shouldn’t limit how or when you learn. The MS in Business Analytics offers flexible options to match your needs. You can pursue the program in person or in a hybrid format that allows you to also take online courses. Or, we offer a 100% online format. Choose the path that fits your schedule, goals and learning style.
Admission & Application Requirements
Applications are submitted through the UT San Antonio Graduate Application. Please upload all required documents (listed below) on your UT San Antonio Graduate Application. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure completion and submission of the application, a nonrefundable application fee, and all required supporting documents are on file with UT San Antonio by the appropriate application deadline.
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| Required Degree | Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in the United States or have proof of equivalent training at a foreign institution. | |
| Minimum GPA | 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) The program committee may consider the GPA of the last 60 semester credit hours, and individuals with GPAs below 3.0. For further information, please contact [email protected]. | |
| Coursework | Completed adequate credit hours or foreign institution equivalent coursework as preparation for the program. Students interested in this program who have previous education in non-business fields are encouraged to apply. | |
| Transcripts* | Required from all institutions attended; international transcripts must be recorded/translated to English | |
| Credential Evaluation | Required if you have earned university-level credit from foreign institutions. Submit an evaluation of your transcripts from FCSA or any NACES-approved credential evaluation agency. | |
| English Language Proficiency | 79 TOEFL iBT / 6.5 IELTS / Duolingo 100 For exams taken on or after January 21, 2026: We require a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 4.0. |
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| Purpose Statement | Required | |
| Resume | Required | |
| Letters of Recommendation | Optional 2 - letters academic or professional reference(s) demonstrating your attributes for successful completion of this program (you will request these through the Graduate Admissions Application; let your recommenders know of your deadline to ensure submissions are on time) | |
| *Unofficial transcripts will be taken into consideration for admissions; however, if admitted into the program, you must submit official transcripts to the University. | ||
Application Deadlines
Applicants are encouraged to have their admission file completed as early as possible. All applications, required documents and letters of recommendation, if applicable, must be submitted by 5:00 PM U.S. Central Time on the day of the deadline. Deadlines are subject to change.
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| Timing on Admission Decision: Completed applications will be reviewed for admission on a rolling basis. Decisions generally will be made and sent to applicants within 4 to 6 weeks of receiving the application | |||
| Application Deadlines for: | Priority | International | Domestic |
| Fall 2026 | June 1 | August 1 | |
| Spring | Not Available | Not Available | |
| Summer | Not Available | Not Available | |
Funding Opportunities
Graduate Student Opportunities and Scholarships
Graduate Teaching Assistantships (GTAs) and student grading positions are available to master’s students on a competitive basis. Additionally, Graduate Research Assistant positions may be available, depending on departmental needs.
$1,000 Graduate Competitive Scholarship for Non-Resident Students
Non-resident graduate students who have been admitted or are continuing their studies may apply for a competitive scholarship worth $1,000.
Resources AssistantshipsCareer Options
UT San Antonio prepares you for future careers that are in demand. The possible careers below are based on data pulled by a third-party tool called Emsi, which pulls information from sources like the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Census Bureau, online job postings, other government databases and more to give you regional and national career outlook related to this academic program.
Register for an Information Session
Join an upcoming information session to learn more about the flexible Master of Science in Business Analytics at the Carlos Alvarez College of Business. Review admission requirements, explore the application process and ask questions directly to program representatives. Attendees will also receive a one-time application fee waiver.
Frequently Asked Questions
Program Overview
The Flexible Master of Science in Business Analytics at UT San Antonio is designed for students who want in-person learning with scheduling flexibility. Courses are held on campus in the evenings to support working professionals and many are offered in HyFlex or hybrid formats with some fully online options available (subject to advisor approval and course availability).
This format allows students to balance their studies with other commitments while engaging with faculty and peers. Students can also participate in campus networking events, faculty mentorship opportunities and university-sponsored analytics competitions.
Both full-time and part-time study options are available with entry in the Fall or Spring semester. Students in this format may also choose a concentration.
These terms are related but describe different formats.
HyFlex (Hybrid-Flexible) courses let students have the flexibility to choose how they attend each class session — either in person or online in real time. Students can switch between in-person and online attendance as needed throughout the term.
Hybrid courses combine in-person with some online instruction, but attendance is scheduled — students attend on-campus sessions on designated days and complete other components online.
Yes. The Flexible MS in Business Analytics is STEM-designated. That means the curriculum emphasizes quantitative, analytical skills — often including data, modeling and research methods — and (for eligible international students) STEM designation may support additional Optional Practical Training (OPT) time under STEM OPT extension rules. You’ll still get strong business context, but with a clear focus on advanced analytics and evidence-based decision-making.
Yes. Students in the Flexible MS in Business Analytics may choose a concentration in accounting, economics, finance, or marketing to gain additional analytical and discipline-specific expertise valued by employers.
To apply to the Flexible Master of Science in Business Analytics program at UT San Antonio, you’ll need a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (or equivalent international degree) and must meet the university’s graduate admission requirements. No GMAT or GRE scores are required. This program also reviews whether you have completed adequate coursework or have equivalent preparation for success in graduate-level business analytics study.
Students from non-business backgrounds are encouraged to apply; you do not need to have an undergraduate business degree to be considered.
Skills & Career Outcomes
You’ll build technical and analytical skills that support end-to-end analytics work — from getting data ready to communicating insights. Core coursework covers data management and analytics integration, data visualization and communication, machine learning for business analytics and text analytics. Students typically strengthen programming and statistics skills through bootcamps or electives, and you can expect to work with common analytics environments for querying, modeling and visualization as you complete projects and assignments.
- Introduction to Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence
- Data Management and Analytics Integration
- Data Visualization and Communication for Business Applications
- Decision-Making in Business
- Machine Learning for Business Analytics
- Text Analytics for Business
With a Flexible MS in Business Analytics from UT San Antonio, you can prepare for a wide range of data-driven careers across industries such as finance, marketing, healthcare, supply chain management, economics and other business-related fields. Common roles include business analyst, data analyst, business intelligence analyst, analytics consultant and operations analyst.
Through the program’s focus on data analysis, predictive modeling and business decision-making, you will learn how to apply data to solve real business problems, communicate insights effectively and support strategic business decisions. The demand for analytics professionals remains strong, with employers seeking individuals who can combine technical data skills with business knowledge.
- Allstate
- Booz Allen Hamilton
- Dell
- Frost Bank
- Halliburton
- H-E-B
- Methodist Healthcare System
- Northwestern Mutual
- South Alamo Medical Group
- Southwest Research Group
- University Health
- USAA
- U.S. Army
