What Can You Do With A Master’s in Business Analytics?
Advance your career leading the application of data-driven business intelligence and forging transformative solutions in any industry.
Coupled with the proven project management skillset you’ll earn with the MS in Business Analytics and Project Management (MSBAPM), your expertise in business analytics can put you at the center of all business challenges, offering you the keys to driving breakthrough initiatives in any industry. With UConn’s business network and locations in Stamford and Hartford, you’ll have access to a wide range of opportunities in healthcare, energy, finance, tech, advanced manufacturing, defense, insurance, and more.
Opportunity for Growth
With New York and Boston nearby, as well as a thriving, diverse economy in Connecticut, our personal career services team will help you put your business analytics and project management skills to work and propel your career.
Career Opportunities Abound
You can put your MS in Business Analytics and Project Management (MSBAPM) to work in a diverse range of in-demand, high-impact career opportunities, here in Connecticut, throughout the U.S. and worldwide, such as:
Business Intelligence Engineer
($129,565 median salary*)
In the role of a BI Engineer, you prepare, process, and interpret complex data, creating reports and visualizations to inform and guide key business decisions. You collaborate with stakeholders to identify business needs, troubleshoot BI tools, and maintain data accuracy, data governance, and system performance. Business Intelligence Engineers are in-demand in e-commerce, technology, government, healthcare, and more.
Data Engineer
($117,252 median salary*)
As a Data Engineer, you design and implement robust systems to extract, transform, and load (ETL) large volumes of diverse data while ensuring high data quality and compliance with security standards. In this role, you define data requirements, manage data warehouse plans, and develop efficient queries utilizing programming languages that ensure data is production ready. Leading companies such as IBM, Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft are actively seeking Data Engineers.
Product Manager
($115.579 median salary*
In the role of a Product Manager, you lead the end-to-end product development lifecycle, delivering solutions that address customer needs and drive business growth. This role requires a blend of analytical and collaborative skills, as you engage with various teams to define product requirements, coordinate feature launches, and present to stakeholders. In industries like technology, media, banking, and consumer goods, Product Managers ensure that products align with market trends and organizational goals.
Project Manager
($104,397 median salary*)
As a Project Manager, you oversee the execution of projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget while meeting stakeholder expectations. Project management involves designing communication plans, managing resources, and adhering to the PMO expectations to track progress and mitigate risks effectively. Project Management roles are found in most industries, playing a critical role in driving project success and organizational objectives by maintaining high-quality deliverables and strengthening interdepartmental collaboration.
Data Analyst
($84,977 median salary*)
In the role of a Data Analyst, you convert raw data into actionable insights that drive critical decision-making. Using statistical tools, you identify trends and patterns within many sectors, including finance, technology, healthcare, and marketing. With the rise of advanced analytics tools, a Data Analyst's insights are essential for informed decision-making, operational optimization, and gaining a competitive edge.
High Demand Skills at the Core of Our Curriculum
- Data Analysis (26% projected market growth**)
- Python and R (24% and 20% growth, respectively)
- Business Intelligence (21% growth)
- Machine Learning (20% growth)
- Agile Methodology (20% growth)
- Data Management (20% growth)
- Project Management (20% growth)
- Data Visualization (19% growth)
- Data Science (17% growth)
- And more.
** Market Growth Data Source: lightcast.io (Feb 2024)
MSBAPM Post-Graduation Success (Class of 2023)
- Employment Rate (Self-Reported, 6 Months Post-Graduation): 90%
- Average Starting Salary: $96,806
- Average Signing Bonus: $14,500
- A diverse range of leading companies employ UConn MSBAPM graduates, including: Accenture, Adobe, ADT, Amazon, Amgen, Bank of America, Best Buy, Boehringer Ingelheim, Charter Communications, Cigna, Cisco Systems, Citigroup, CVS, Dell, Delta Airlines, Discover Financial Services, Eversource, EY, FedEx, GE HealthCare, General Dynamics Electric Boat, HCA Health, Humana, Johnson and Johnson, JP Morgan Chase, KPMG, Kroger, Lockheed Martin, Medtronic, Nike, PayPal, PwC, Target, TikTok, T-Mobile, Travelers Insurance, UnitedHealth Group, Voya Financial, and Walmart.
Embedded Career Support at UConn
The UConn School of Business Office of Graduate Career & Professional Development will serve as your partner in aligning your business skills, values, and professional experiences with a meaningful career. The career development office will pair you with a personal career coach, who will work 1:1 with you to set strategic personal career goals, further broaden your academic expertise, and identify the skillset needed to accelerate your career. They will work with you to hone your networking, job-seeking, and interviewing skills. By enrolling in the MSBAPM program, students gain access to the following:
- Tailored career coaching, including access to resources exclusively crafted for students interested in opportunities related to business analytics, data science, project management, supply chain analytics, and more.
- Dedicated job search tools, such as 12Twenty, through which corporate partner-based opportunities are directly shared with students
- Invitations to marquee events, including Career Nights, Career Expos, and an annual Graduate Career Conference
- Professional development resources, available virtually to support students through interview preparation, industry research, and more.
Internships & Experiential Learning
MSBAPM is actively working with world-class corporations to provide students with information on internship opportunities where they can apply their advanced business analytics and project management skills to challenging real world business problems. Resources available to MSBAPM students searching for internships include:
- Access to The Graduate Career & Professional Development Office
- Scheduling appointments with embedded career counselors via nexus.uconn.edu
- Attending events planned by the UConn Center for Career Development
- Exploring UConn-vetted opportunities via Handshake and the MS BAPM exclusive online career community
- Developing strong alumni connections via the Husky Mentor Network
- Attending workshops offered each semester by MS BAPM career counselors, focused on interviewing, writing strong cover letters, résumé development
Exclusive Centers of Excellence
The UConn MSBAPM program also works in partnership with various UConn centers of excellence to provide students with experiential learning opportunities in small business development, entrepreneurship, innovation, and community service. The connections you can make through these centers can broaden your network, enhance career-defining skills, and open doors to myriad professional opportunities.
- Digital Frontiers Initiative
- UConn TIP Innovation Fellowship
- Connecticut Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (CCEI)
- The Werth Institute for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
