Business Analytics Education in the USA Made Smoother for Aspiring Students

Aspiring to pursue a Master's degree in Business Analytics in the USA without the hurdles of GRE/GMAT? Universal Business School (UBS) has teamed up with the University of Dallas to make this dream a reality. This strategic partnership offers a unique MS degree program in Business Analytics, streamlining the admission process and providing students with valuable skills for the future.

Benefits of the UBS-University of Dallas Partnership: One of the key advantages of this collaboration is that students no longer need to undertake the GRE/GMAT exams to gain admission to the University of Dallas, a renowned institution in Texas, USA. Marketed in India by UBS, this program offers a comprehensive pathway.

The Pathway to Success: The pathway program, known as the Post Graduate Program in Data Science & Analytics, spans 6 months and consists of 480 training hours at UBS Campus in Karjat, near Mumbai. Following this, students engage in a 2-month Capstone Project. Successful completion of this pathway program allows students to bypass the GMAT/GRE test scores requirement, directly joining the MS degree program in Business Analytics at the University of Dallas. This unique program has SAS as its technology partner, offering Base SAS certification with international recognition.

Curriculum and Learning Experience: Dr. Raja Roy Choudhury, Director of Academic Affairs at Universal Business School, highlights the program's curriculum, developed in collaboration with the University of Dallas and industry analytics experts. It focuses on contemporary data science trends and comprises three terms, each lasting 2 months. These terms cover Mathematics & Management, Programming & Data Technology, and Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence. The program also includes a foundation course in Basic Statistics and Advanced Excel with VBA to enhance computational skills before diving into Quantitative Techniques and Advanced Programming.

STEM Designation and Practical Training: The MS degree program in Business Analytics at the University of Dallas is STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) designated. Graduates can avail optional practical training for up to 3 years upon completing their degree in the USA.

Unique Blended Learning Approach: The program offers a unique blend of face-to-face learning with live webinars, supplemented by e-learning videos, case studies, tests, assignments, and domain-specific capstone projects. Additionally, students can gain essential software knowledge directly from SAS, a market leader in data science and analytics.

Industry-Centric Focus: Dr. Sri Beldona, Associate Dean at Satish & Yasmin Gupta College of Business, University of Dallas, emphasizes that the program's coursework equips students with industry certifications and cutting-edge techniques in Business Analytics. The classes are designed to prepare both fresh graduates and working professionals for the challenges and opportunities in the field of data science.

Admissions and Future Plans: The MS degree program at UBS commences in late October 2019, with admissions currently open. Dr. Raja Roy Choudhury also mentions UBS's plans to launch a Weekend Part-Time Program for working professionals in Mumbai and a Full-Time Residential Program for fresh graduates at their Karjat Campus, offering students an exciting academic journey and preparation for an enriching experience at the University of Dallas.