Earn your MBA and M.S. in Business Analytics in one integrated program
The online MBA/M.S. in Business Analytics dual degree brings together two complementary disciplines into a single, integrated experience. Students build a business foundation of finance, operations, marketing, and management from KU’s No. 8 online MBA program curriculum, and gain dynamic technical capabilities in data analysis, machine learning, and AI from the online MSBA.1
This combined approach prepares graduates to confidently move beyond analysis and into decision-making roles, where both technical expertise and business perspective are essential.
The program is designed to be both time- and cost-efficient, allowing students to earn two graduate degrees in an accelerated format instead of pursuing each separately.
Become a leader who takes action with data
MBA/MSBA graduates develop the ability to work across technical and business teams: understanding analytical models, asking the right questions, and translating outputs into strategic action. This combination is increasingly critical as machine learning and AI become embedded in everyday business strategy and operations.
By combining technical fluency with business leadership, students are prepared to contribute in roles that require both analytical depth and strategic perspective.
The dual degree supports career paths such as:
- Director of business intelligence
- Product manager
- Business systems analyst
- Chief marketing officer
- Strategy or management consultant
- Senior data analyst
Vice president of operations or supply chain leader
An integrated curriculum across business and analytics
The dual degree curriculum combines coursework from both the MBA and M.S. in Business Analytics programs, allowing students to develop complementary skill sets in a cohesive structure.
Total credits:
MBA curriculum: 30 credits
MBA electives: 2 credits
MSBA core curriculum: 21 credits
MSBA electives: 9 credits
(MSBA electives are all MBA courses, thus reducing the number of credits necessary to complete the MBA alone.)
Top-ranked and nationally recognized
The MBA/MSBA dual degree program resides within the KU School of Business, which is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB),2 a distinction held by 6% of business schools worldwide.3
KU’s Top 10 online MBA program is nationally recognized for its quality and value,1 while the M.S. in Business Analytics provides a STEM-designated curriculum4 focused on advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI. Together, these programs create a comprehensive educational experience that combines leadership development with technical expertise.
Learn within a collaborative KU business community
Students in the dual degree program are part of the KU School of Business community, gaining access to a network of peers, faculty, and alumni. Collaborative learning environments, team-based projects, and applied experiences contribute to a dynamic academic experience.
Make your ascent with the online KU's online business community
The University of Kansas has mastered the art of building meaningful connections in the digital space. Through interactive learning tools, collaborative projects, and virtual networking events, you'll forge lasting relationships with your online business cohort of ambitious professionals, expert faculty, and more than 25,000 KU School of Business alumni, some of whom work at Fortune 500 companies and serve as global industry leaders.* Plus, they're ready to help fellow Jayhawks succeed. Through the KU School of Business network, you'll gain access to:
- ✓ Virtual networking events
- ✓ Mentorship opportunities
- ✓ Career development resources
- ✓ Industry insights and connections
*Based on a limited sample of self-reported data from alumni of the University of Kansas School of Business online MBA program from 2019-2022 graduating cohorts
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Jeremiah is here to answer your questions
Meet Jeremiah, admissions outreach advisor for the KU online MBA and MSBA. He’ll be happy to talk to you about all things related to your KU business degree. As a fellow Jayhawk himself, Jeremiah can provide first-hand advice on how to balance your obligations and connect with the KU network plus give you support with your application, navigating tuition and financial aid, and more.
New horizons await
Ready to join the next cohort of business leaders? The KU online MBA and MSBA each offer multiple starts per year, making it easier to begin your journey when the time is right for you.
MBA starts: spring, summer and fall
MSBA starts: spring and fall
- Retrieved on March 18, 2026, from usnews.com/education/online-education/university-of-kansas-OBUS0696/mba
- Retrieved on March 18, 2026, from aacsb.edu/accredited/u/university-of-kansas
- Retrieved on March 18, 2026, from aacsb.edu/educators/accreditation/value-of-accreditation
- Retrieved on March 18, 2026, from ice.gov/sevis/schools#dhs-stem-designated-degree-program-list-and-cip-code-nomination-process