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UBC Master of Business Analytics

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Data-driven business leaders

In just twelve months, the UBC MBAN provides candidates with quantitative backgrounds sought-after analytical skills within a broader business context. Our graduates will be able to apply advanced analytical tools and methods to address management challenges in today’s business world. 

Candidates will complete 39 credits, taking courses in data handling, data analytics and decision analytics. All students will participate in a 4-month internship and gain real world experience and hands-on business skills with leading organizations.

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Robert H. Lee Graduate School

At a glance

Program length

12 months full-time

Program start date

Aug 2021

Application deadlines:
 

Canadian students:

1st round: Oct 27, 2020
2nd round: Jan 12, 2021
3rd round: Mar 16, 2021
Final round: May 11, 2021

International students:

1st round: Oct 27, 2020
2nd round: Jan 12, 2021
Final round: Mar 16, 2021

Location

UBC Vancouver Campus

Program fees

Canadian students

$41,133 CAD

International students

$57,374 CAD

Why choose the UBC Master of Business Analytics

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What you'll learn

Be prepared to drive real change. Graduates of the UBC MBAN will be equipped with practical,extremely sought-after skills.

Advanced analytical decision making

Gain a sound understanding of the mathematics and statistics upon which advanced analytical methods are based, building on your quantitative background. You will be able to collect, manage and make sense of large data sets by using statistical, programming and database tools.

Understanding of the business context

Develop a deep understanding of the way a business runs, including operations management, supply chain management and marketing.

Problem solving skills

Learn to identify issues and drive change within an organization.

Communication skills, both oral and written

Over the course of the program you will give several presentations and write reports to integrate analytics into business strategy.

Teamwork skills

Throughout the UBC MBAN you will work in groups and make global connections that enrich your experience.

Ethics and social responsibility

Evaluate the risks and implications of your recommendations by adopting a strategic approach to social issues.

Leveraging competitive advantages

  1. All students participate in a 4-month internship where you apply your technical expertise in an organization's environment. Through the Analytics Consulting Internship, you will gain hands-on consulting experience and contribute to a business's success.

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"Starting with courses which enriched my technical abilities in Analytics to timely career counselling & coaching with a dedicated career centre and ending with an intense Industry Project with the COE, the UBC Sauder MBAN has equipped me with skills that are very much required in this competitive market and helped me to stand out."

Srikanth Kumar

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