MSBA-WP Program Readiness
Before starting your application, check out the MSBA program prerequisites to ensure you’re prepared for the graduate program.
Program Prerequisites
An undergraduate degree from an accredited institution with exposure to quantitative coursework related to at least 1 semester of Calculus and 1 semester of Statistics is required.
University coursework or professional experience in computer programming is required
- Knowledge of C,C++, Python, or Java (with focus on object-oriented programming and data structures) is preferred.
- Those admitted to the program are strongly encouraged to learn Python prior to beginning the program.
Program Preparation
We suggest the following for all MSBA Online applicants:
Coursework in Linear Algebra is strongly recommended.
Helpful, but not sufficient for program success:
- R
- SQL
- HTML
- Anything else that is not Python, C, C++ or Java
Program Requirements
Applicants should review all program requirements prior to applying.
- Due to the online course component, this program does not offer student visas and does not qualify for OPT. For questions about residency requirements, contact Texas Global.
- MSBA-WP students are required to attend online, synchronous, evening classes that take place during Central Standard Time (CST, same time zone as Chicago). An academic calendar will be made available to enrolled students.
- MSBA-WP students are required to travel to the University of Texas at Austin main campus in Austin, Texas to attend three in-person immersive sessions.
- As a reminder, the MSBA-WP program starts in June and is a 23-month program with only one application cycle per year.
HOW DOES THIS PROGRAM DIFFER FROM THE POST-GRADUATE PROGRAM IN DATA SCIENCE & ANALYTICS?
- Career management: This piece is a critical aspect of all MS Programs that sets them apart. One advantage to the MSBA-WP program is access to one-on-one coaching you’ll have for the duration of the program.
- Capstone Project: Another component that sets this program (and all MS Programs) apart, Capstone offers you the opportunity to work with a real-life company to help them resolve a problem. This helps build your resume and network.
- Making connections: Access to people who can broaden your network, both through Capstone and the Advisory Council.
Download the MSBA Comparison Chart to compare the online and in-person programs.
WHAT ARE SOME OF THE PREREQUISITES FOR THIS PROGRAM?
- Strong quantitative skills: Quantitative skills take you a long way when learning new aspects of machine learning, optimization, and when using statistics and understanding data. The program requires some prior background in calculus and statistics, and some quant is needed within the first class.
- Programming experience: You should have higher levels of programming experience related to object-oriented programming and data structures. You’ll need to know beyond the syntax, and understand how to resolve problems using coding and programming. Generally, prior Python, Java, or C++ experience is sufficient, but R or SQL experience does not provide the object-oriented and data structure experience needed. Attend an info session or speak to an Admissions Officer for more detail.
- Strong communication skills: You’ll need to know more than data; it’s important to know how to interpret data and communicate the results beyond just technical skills.
WHAT ARE THE DATES AND TIMES OF THE SYNCHRONOUS ONLINE SESSIONS?
Synchronous online sessions are two hours long. Current students meet weekly on Tuesdays from 7-9pm CT and incoming students will meet weekly on Wednesdays.
DO YOU FACTOR WORK EXPERIENCE INTO ADMISSIONS DECISIONS, OR DO YOU ONLY LOOK AT GPA?
A student needs to have at least a 3.0 upper division GPA to be accepted without conditions. We holistically review applications, so both factors are considered.
WHAT TESTS ARE REQUIRED FOR THE APPLICATION?
GMAT and GRE test scores are optional for the Texas McCombs Master of Science Programs. Applicants will not be disadvantaged in the admissions profess if they do not submit test scores, and applicants who feel that their test scores reflect their potential for success in graduate school may submit scores for consideration.
If you opt to submit GMAT, GMAT Focus or GRE scores, you will need to provide your test scores in order to submit your application. While the official score report may reach the Graduate School after we have received your application, you will not be able to submit unless you have entered your scores and at least uploaded an unofficial score report.
IS TUITION DIFFERENT IN-STATE VS. OUT-OF-STATE?
Yes.
- In-state tuition: $50,500
- Out-of-state tuition: $55,500
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