Our globally diverse student body enjoys dynamic experiences both inside and outside the classroom across multiple Connecticut campuses, throughout the regional and global business community, and with an engaged and expansive alumni network.

UConn’s Graduate Programs in Business Analytics and Project Management community is comprised of students pursuing our top-ranked Master’s in Business Analytics and Project Management (MSBAPM) and three graduate certificates in the high-demand areas of business analytics, project management, and supply chain analytics.

The BAPM community is a diverse, global network of graduate students, guided by elite faculty at the forefront of business analytics and project management. Students thrive in a vibrant campus life, fostering both academic excellence and career development in a collaborative, multicultural environment.

Experiences Outside the Classroom

Global & Experiential Education:
Connecting Students to Real-World Learning

While students acquire critical quantitative and STEM skills in the classroom, it is equally important to understand industry trends, business needs, and the perspectives of leaders. Real-world, applied learning experiences are crucial for providing practical insights that help students transition smoothly into their careers.

The Global & Experiential (G&E) Office bridges the gap between industry and academia by offering students hands-on learning opportunities. Through competitions, hackathons, industry conferences, and international travel courses, G&E equips students with essential skills and professional networks that extend beyond the classroom.

Experiences Outside the Classroom

Case Competitions

BAPM and STEM Business competitions provide students with the chance to apply their classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios. G&E supports participation in a range of competitions, including the Iowa Graduate Business Analytics Case Competition, McGill Trading Competition, Bloomberg Trading Competition, Adobe Analytics Competition, Alteryx NYC Datathon, and the Humana-Mays Healthcare Analytics Competition.

Capstone Project

The Capstone Project in UConn's MSBAPM program simulates a real-world consulting experience, enabling graduate students to apply advanced business analytics and project management skills. By partnering with diverse organizations, the MSBAPM program connects academic learning with practical analytics challenges, including data analysis, predictive modeling, deep learning, machine learning, and AI—skills essential for today’s business landscape. Working in teams, students collaborate with advisors and a company contact, set project milestones, and deliver insights that impact organizational goals. Each team concludes by presenting findings and actionable recommendations to the company, showcasing their refined technical and communication skills. The UConn MSBAPM program has partnered with many dynamic companies on Capstone Projects, including:

  • PepsiCo
  • Stanley Black & Decker
  • Henkel
  • Travelers
  • Cigna
  • OTIS Elevator
  • Torigen
  • Potoo Solutions
  • LEGO
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Industry Conferences

The program sponsors and supports student attendance at various industry conferences, including Tableau, Net Diligence, Grace Hopper, ODSC, Insurity, ITC Vegas, and more. Students learn from thought leaders across various industries about what emerging technologies and trends are shaping industry. Students grow their personal and professional networks, learning the importance of cultivating relationships for career growth and building their own personal brand.

Company Visits

Students from business analytics and other STEM Business Graduate Programs engage with leaders across various industries to discuss industry trends, their views on managing high performing teams, and leadership. No matter what “hallway” UConn students walk down, they will be able to engage with leaders in the companies they join and discuss topics that are on the minds of leaders in their companies. Students are able to see what challenges and trends cross industries, and which are unique to certain companies or industries.

  • Lead Analytics Panel: Featuring leaders in analytics from Synchrony, LIDP Consulting Services, and Verisk.
  • Project Management Institute Events: In collaboration with PMI Board and general members.
  • Sports Analytics and Leadership Events: Featuring Head Coach Dan Hurley and analytics leaders from the San Antonio Spurs and USA Soccer.
  • Lead Risk Panel: Featuring leaders in risk management from Synchrony, Freddie Mac, and SABRE.
  • International Travel Course:A study trip to London, offering hands-on industry exposure focused on the booming insurance and risk industry that has been a staple of the UK economy for centuries. Students visit Lloyds of London, Vitesse, Celonis, Beazley, Conning and more. (More info on companies and what students learn upon request).
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Graduate Student Clubs and Professional Organizations

Student clubs change frequently. So, I would note that these are some of the current availabilities, and there are options for students to create their own clubs.

  • Modlee AI Club: In partnership with Modlee, STEM Students created a AI and coding club for students of all skill levels.
  • Modlee has open-source machine learning on their platform, which students have been utilizing to compare their skills against all others on the platform. They are hosting hackathons based off of students' use cases on their platform. The student club is open to all UConn students.
  • Toastmasters Club: A new club (UConn chapter) focused on improving student public speaking skills.
  • Student Events Committee: A committee to foster student engagement and diversify event offerings, with representatives and leadership from all three STEM programs.
  • Cultural and Social Events: Students share and celebrate their and their classmates' cultures and have fun in causal settings during our numerous cultural and social events. Celebrations of the Mid-Autumn Festival, Lunar New Year, Diwali, Holi, game nights, Fall Fest, and more.
  • STEM Alumni Event: A networking event in NYC featuring student participation, faculty, staff, and of course, alum!
  • Skills Training: In partnership with undergraduate business programs, MS STEM students will lead training sessions on Excel and project management.

 

International Trips

As part of UConn's Global & Experiential Education offers hands-on experience offered insights into the global insurance ecosystem and operations. Most recently, 13 students from the MS in FERM, BAPM, FinTech, and MBA programs traveled to London for the Global Immersion Course. They visited and consulted with premiere companies like Lloyd’s of London, Beazley, and Vitesse to explore the insurance and risk industry.

Special Events

UConn BAPM students engage directly with industry leaders to explore trends, leadership styles, and team management. These experiences provide a valuable opportunity to understand the challenges and opportunities across sectors and to build relationships with professionals in the field.

  • Lead Analytics Panel: Featuring leaders from Synchrony, LIDP Consulting Services, and Verisk.
  • Project Management Institute Events: In collaboration with the PMI Board and members.
  • Sports Analytics and Leadership Events: Featuring UConn Head Coach Dan Hurley and analytics leaders from the San Antonio Spurs and USA Soccer.
  • Lead Risk Panel: Featuring risk management leaders from Synchrony, Freddie Mac, and SABRE.
  • International Travel Course (London): Focused on the UK’s insurance and risk industry, students will visit companies such as Lloyds of London, Vitesse, Celonis, Beazley, and Conning.

Alumni Network

Tap into the powerful UConn BAPM alumni network, a global community of over 64,000 influential professionals. Our alumni hold leadership positions at top companies like Amazon, Google, IBM, and PayPal, driving innovation and success worldwide. By joining this network, you'll gain access to valuable career connections and opportunities in business and technology. Become part of a legacy that shapes the future of strategic thinkers and global leaders. The UConn School of Business Office of External & Alumni Engagement is your gateway to this expansive network of possibilities.

Hear from Students

Testimonials from past students of BAMP.

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“I was surprised by the number of resources and opportunities available at UConn. No matter how long you spend at UConn, you’ll always discover new programs and services. If you’re looking for something in particular, ask around and I am beyond confident that you will find it, or at least others who are interested in starting something similar. And you’ll make a bunch of friends in the process!”

– Erica Dean, ‘24 Accelerated MSBAPM

Headshot of UConn Student Rehaan A.

“It imbued me with a passionate understanding of leadership and strategic innovation, pivotal for my future career milestones.”

– Deepthi Pai Manoor ‘24