Master of Science in Business Analytics

Governors State University

The College of Business will accept a four-year bachelors degree in any field; other three-year bachelors degrees must be accompanied by a two-year masters degree. In addition to university admission requirements, applicants must submit the following documents as part of their application package:the applicants transcript should document completion of a bachelors degree in an area such as business analytics, computer science, engineering, information technology, management information systems, math, or a closely related area. Applicants without one of the above related undergraduate degree may be required to demonstrate technical knowledge via work experience or a technical proficiency skills assessment.a GMAT or GRE score from tests administered within five years of the date of admission;two confidential letters of recommendation from professional references (e.g. current or former college faculty member, current or former supervisor, community leader);a two page, double spaced statement of intent which discusses personal short and long term career goals and reasons for pursuing a MS in Business Analytics degree at this time and what about this particular program is going to help reach those goals. Please give specific personal examples of leadership and provide other pertinent information to help the committee select candidates who can benefit from and contribute to the program. The statement of intent offers applicants the opportunity to demonstrate writing and communication skills and supports your candidacy for the MS in Business Analytics; anda current resume.