Today, Los Angeles is home to one of the world’s top-ranked Master of Science programmes in Business Analytics (MSBA). The University of California at Los Angeles, UCLA Anderson (US), has seen phenomenal growth in its specialised Master’s enrolling 130 students in 2024.
If you are enthusiastic about technology, business, and data, and planning to apply for admission to begin your studies in fall 2025, we got the latest tips directly from the Director of Admissions and Program, Frinee Berrios. Watch the video where she presents the programme, career prospects, admissions and financial aid during our online seminar hosted by Access Masters.
At a glance: what makes the UCLA MSBA so attractive
Many features attract students around the world to attend UCLA’s Master of Science in Business Analytics. Here are just a few:
Business analytics in high demand
Companies need experts who can combine their business acumen skills with their quantitative skills to help extract the value of data to inform strategic and operational decisions. This demand, coupled with UCLA’s career services, ensures steady career growth for business analytics graduates.
Internships and capstone projects as career outlets
Students have 15 months to complete UCLA’s MSBA programme. This includes the opportunity for a summer internship and a capstone project. Both features boost knowledge and skillsets and are outlets to career opportunities worldwide. Companies such as Google, Facebook, Amazon, Tesla, eBay, PWC, Visa, and Walmart are among the full-time and internship destinations of the programme students.
STEM OPT for international students
The Optional Practical Training Extension for STEM Students (STEM OPT) enables international graduates to stay and work longer in the US for 3 years. Many land jobs in California, others on the US East Coast, abroad or in their home country. The need for business analytics experts is in high demand worldwide, but for those looking for a career in the US, the STEP OPT is an advantage.
Reputation
Ranking and reputation are factors impressing prospective students as well as employers. The UCLA MSBA programme has been top ranked consistently for the past six years at the #1 public university in the U.S. as recognized by U.S. News & World Report.
“All this is just an amazing opportunity for individuals like yourself who are looking to optimize their career prospects in Business Analytics – the field that bridges Tech and business Suites today”, highlights Frinee Berrios, Director of Admissions and Program, UCLA Anderson MSBA.
Insights for prospective Business Analytics Master’s applicants
Watch the full webinar recording to gain insight into what makes the Master of Science in Business Analytics such a reputable and competitive programme at the University of California at Los Angeles. Learn about the programme structure, curriculum and professors, career prospects, admission considerations, and how to visit the UCLA campus before you even apply.
What’s more, you can learn from Frinee Berrios’ answers to specific questions that prospective students, just like you, and the Access Masters webinar host asked live during the webinar.
Here are some highlights you can jump to in the UCLA MSBA webinar recording:
[05:17] Insight into the MSBA curriculum
[08:20] Top UCLA Anderson faculty
[11:59] Career services and career destinations
[17:07] Average starting salary and bonuses of graduates
[17:30] Admissions tips
[23:33] Financial aid advice
[39:40] Requirements for merit-based scholarships and fellowships
Have specific questions? In the video, find the contact information of UCLA Anderson’s officers who can advise you on career prospects, admissions, and financial aid.
Business analytics is a high-potential career path and why not gain your Master’s degree at one of the top-ranked programmes in the field? Start your preparation now.
About the author
Iliana Bobova is a seasoned international education and career coach. In addition to writing articles, she has been the Chief Editor of the annual Access Masters, MBA and EMBA Guide for the past 10 years. She also advises prospective MBA and Master’s students globally during the Access Masters, MBA and EMBA events of Advent Group. Iliana has gained expertise at Harvard University, the International Association of International Education (EAIE), the Institute of International Education (IIE), NAFSA: Association of International Educators, Global Career Development Facilitator, and Randstad RiseSmart, among others.
