MBAN Master of Business Analytics “I chose the best program to help me achieve my goal. There are many opportunities in the healthcare industry for data analysts, business analysts, and AI. I’ve landed the kind of job at the type of organization I always dreamed of working for.” Lemmi Kotu (MBAN ’24) HRIS Business Analyst, University Health Network
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In just 12 months, this intensive program equips you with the technical expertise, analytical mindset, and communication skills needed to transform data into business value and thrive in today’s data-driven economy.
PROGRAM LENGTH
The MBAN curriculum combines advanced courses in predictive modelling, programming, machine learning, and data visualization with the business knowledge and communication skills needed to turn complex analysis into meaningful action. You will also examine the broader implications of analytics and AI, including important questions of governance, ethics, and privacy.
The Analytics Consulting Project (ACP)
The capstone of the MBAN is the Analytics Consulting Project (ACP), an eight-month experiential learning engagement in which student teams work directly with an organization to solve a real, high-value business challenge. From problem framing and data analysis to insight development and executive recommendations, you will apply your skills in a professional consulting environment and deliver solutions designed to create measurable business impact.
Program Highlights Technical Analytics Expertise: Develop advanced skills in predictive analytics, machine learning, and data visualization.
FT: 12 months (May) EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
The ACP is an intensive, two-term consulting engagement in which small teams of top graduate analytics students partner with organizations to tackle real, high-value business problems using data and analytics. Under the guidance of experienced faculty advisors, ACP teams work as analytics consultants — moving from problem framing and data understanding through analysis, insight generation, and executive-level recommendations. Company Partners
Business Decision Making: Learn to translate complex data into actionable business insights and strategic recommendations.
CI Financial, Deloitte, HelloFresh, Marketing Impact Limited, Metrolinx
Business & Technology Integration: Combine analytical expertise with a strong understanding of business functions and organizational challenges.
Projects:
Build Your Own Path: Choose three electives from diverse business areas across Schulich to complement your analytics expertise, broaden your business knowledge, and align your degree with your career ambitions. Build career opportunities through professional development, industry engagement, alumni connections, and access to Schulich’s global network.
Learn more about the Schulich MBAN
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PATHWAYS & OPPORTUNITIES Accelerated MBA Pathway
FEATURED COURSES • Data Science • Predictive Modelling
• Prediction Model of Churn Users • Trading Strategies & Market Predictions • Pricing Intelligence Technologies
• Visual Analytics and Storytelling • Ethics and Technology
Graduates of the MBAN program may be eligible for up to one term of advanced standing in the Schulich MBA.