Master of Science in Management Science and Analytics
The Master of Science in Management Science and Analytics prepares students to analyze and solve complex business problems. The program’s emphasis on analytical tools, computer models, and quantitative methods, helps students master a data-intensive approach to management science attuned to the demands of the industry.
Curriculum
To earn a Master of Science in Management Science and Analytics degree, students must successfully complete 30 credit hours (10 courses).
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | (12) | |
| MSC 511 | Mathematical Economics I - Microeconomics | 3 |
| MSC 512 | Econometrics and Statistics I | 3 |
| MSC 514 | Mathematical Economics II - Microeconomics and Macroeconomics | 3 |
| MSC 515 | Econometrics and Statistics II | 3 |
| Specialization Courses | (12) | |
| Select twelve credit hours (see Specializations tab for required courses) | 12 | |
| Elective Courses | (6) | |
| Select a minimum of six credit hours from any 500-level BUS, EMS, MAX, MBA, MSC, MSF, or PA courses. 1 | 6 | |
| Students who plan to apply for admission to the PhD in Management Science and Analytics program are encouraged to select elective courses appropriate for their chosen concentration from the following list: MBA 532 Artificial Intelligence, MBA 534 Blockchain, MSF 547 Machine Learning, MAX 506 Database Design and SQL, MAX 501 Digital Marketing, MSF 577 High Frequency Finance, and MSF 591 Global Financial Markets | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
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Registration in these courses requires prior approval of program director.
Management Science Specializations
Analytics
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | (12) | |
| MSC 615 | Predictive Analytics | 3 |
| MSC 616 | Social Media Marketing Analytics | 3 |
| MSC 651 | Quantitative Marketing Models | 3 |
| MAX 502 | Analytics for Decision Making (Based on instructor availability and recommendations, MAX 502 will replace MSC 655 in the list of required courses for MS in Management Science and Analytics program students pursuing the Analytics concentration) | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 12 | |
Quantitative Finance
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | (12) | |
| MSC 631 | Theory of Finance I | 3 |
| MSC 633 | Theory of Finance II | 3 |
| MSC 614 | Quantitative Investment Strategies | 3 |
| MSC 613 | Structured Fixed Income Portfolios | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 12 | |
