The Master of Science in Business Analytics at Rensselaer’s Lally School of Management empowers students to transform complex data into actionable business insights. This STEM-designated program blends foundational business knowledge with advanced data analytics, management, and modeling skills — preparing graduates to lead in a data-driven world.

Students gain hands-on experience working with real datasets, cutting-edge analytical tools, and powerful computing and visualization technologies. Electives such as machine learning, natural language processing, marketing analytics, and supply chain analytics allow students to tailor the program to their career goals.

Mentorship from industry executives on the Lally Advisory Board adds a unique, real-world dimension to the experience.

Please note that this program is STEM designated. View catalog details.

• STEM-designated program eligible for extended OPT for international students.
• Hands-on, applied learning with industry datasets and analytics platforms.
• Career outcomes with top employers across finance, consulting, and technology.

Graduates of the program will be able to:

• Master the quantitative and statistical foundations of business analytics.
• Apply advanced modeling and predictive analytics techniques.
• Design and manage data sets to solve business problems.
• Leverage emerging technologies in big data, AI, and visualization.
• Communicate insights effectively through data storytelling and presentations.
• Demonstrate broad business function knowledge with analytical integration.

The Center for Supply Networks and Analytics at Lally is a hub for research, collaboration, and innovation in supply chain management and data analytics. Students benefit from engagement with faculty and partners driving the next generation of intelligent business systems.

Lally’s M.S. in Business Analytics graduates pursue high-demand roles such as:

• Data Scientist
• Business Intelligence Analyst
• Quantitative Consultant
• Market or Consumer Analyst
• Analytics Manager

Employers hiring Lally graduates include:
Accenture, Amazon, American Airlines, BlackRock, Bloomberg, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, Hulu, IBM, Johnson & Johnson, Microsoft, Pratt & Whitney, Wayfair, and more.