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Master of Business Administration: Business Analytics

The Florida Southern MBA is nationally ranked and STEM designated.

Our flexible, award-winning MBA provides you with a competitive advantage in today’s demanding central Florida marketplace.


The MBA: Business Analytics degree prepares you to leverage data resources to make data-driven business decisions that deliver competitive advantages and substantial economic benefits. You will be introduced to the philosophical and logical foundations of business analytics and study cutting-edge analytical tools for analyzing business data by following a structured and integrated learning approach that moves from initial data collection and data wrangling to data modeling and information learning to knowledge discovery and decision making.

Upcoming Term Start Dates

1/7/2025

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AACSB Accredited

The MBA program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), a distinction given to only 5% of business schools in the world. This accreditation means you’re learning from faculty of the highest caliber and taking courses that meet the highest standards of business education.

Top Reasons

Accelerated Program

Our flexible 12 to 24 month program allows you to complete your MBA and start your career faster!

Large Alumni Network

Our MBA graduates work at many of the Fortune 500 firms in Florida and nationally, such as Amazon, Publix, Geico, Lockheed Martin, Citibank, as well as notable entrepreneurial ventures.

Increase Your Earning Potential

In 2021 NACE found that an MBA created a 51% earning differential from those with an undergraduate degree.

STEM Optional Practice Training

The STEM OPT extension allows for 24 months of additional OPT employment authorization for students in specific STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) fields. Employment must be directly related to an F-1 student's program of study in an approved STEM field.

Meet Our Mocs

Amanda Atun
Jason Lewis
Nathan Leavitt
Vanessa Saunders
J. Elise Leach
Priscilla Gonzalez
Riley Cartwright
Tara Suppes

Florida Southern MBA Pillars

With living case studies, executive mentors, and international field experiences, the Florida Southern MBA program is tailor-made to meet the growing demands of the business world. You will work on projects that will have an impact on real companies, nonprofit organizations, or the public service sector. You will train for a truly global career, and you will network with faculty who bring real-world business experience to the classroom.

Living Case Studies

Our MBA students provide real-world consulting for clients facing strategic challenges and opportunities.
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Global Focus

More than 60% of Florida Southern MBA students participate in an international field experience.
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A Caring Mentor

Our Executive Mentor program pairs you with an experienced executive to help you along the way.
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Jennifer Dapko, Ph.D.

Featured Faculty

Jennifer Dapko

It is my hope that students become life-long learners well beyond the classroom. I emphasize inquiry-based and self-directed learning as two key learning methods whereby students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills and build the confidence to hunt for knowledge.

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Program Details

Admission Requirements

  • Official undergraduate transcripts of all academic work with a minimum 3.0 grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale
  • GRE/GMAT Scores*
  • Current Résumé
  • Personal statement that reflects your interest in our MBA program.
    • The essay should not exceed 2000 words, and should explain how your interest in pursuing an MBA degree at Florida Southern College relates to your professional/career goals. Your essay should also describe any experiences that have prepared you for success in our program.

  • Two Recommendation Forms or Letters of Reference

*See if you qualify for a GRE/GMAT waiver.

International Student Requirements

  • Official Translated Transcripts With Course By Course Evaluation**
  • Bank Letter Verifying Funds of Sponsor***
  • Sponsor's Guarantee Form
  • Valid Passport
  • Official TOEFL/IELTS Score****

** Academic Evaluation Services, Inc., Josef Silny, SpanTran, or World Education Services or another similar approved transcript evaluation agency.

*** A bank letter is a written statement on bank letterhead and signed by a bank official.

**** Must have completed an English language training program or at least one year at an English speaking institution to waive the TOEFL/IELTS testing requirement.

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Course Delivery

Flexible Hybrid

Classes meet on campus every other week, with the remaining coursework completed Online, ideal for working professionals who still want face-to-face interactions.

Online

Courses are offered in a flexible online format.

Curriculum

Foundation Courses - 0 hours

Course NumberCourse Name
BUS 6010Graduate Business Foundations*

Required Courses - 21 hours

Course NumberCourse Name
BUS 6360Leadership and Organizational Behavior
BUS 6460Marketing Strategy
BUS 6560International Business
BUS 6660Economic Decision Making**
BUS 6760Financial Management**
BUS 6860Data Analytics**
BUS 6960Strategic Management**

Business Analytics Elective Courses - 9 hours

Course NumberCourse Name
BUS 6870Quantitative Data Analysis with R
BUS 6880Data Visualization
BUS 6890Leading a Data-Driven Organization

Additional Elective Courses - 3 hours

Course NumberCourse Name
BUS 6260Management Negotiations
BUS 6270International Field Experience
BUS 6280Graduate Internship in Business
BUS 6290Entrepreneurship/New Venture Creation
BUS 6350Business Law for Accountants
ACC 6120Corporate Taxation
ACC 6140Taxation of Partnerships and Estates
ACC 6200Auditing with Accounting Information Systems
ACC 6300Advanced Financial Accounting & Reporting
ACC 6400Advanced Managerial Accounting
ACC 6420Accounting Data Analytics
ACC 6620Ethics in Accounting
ACC 6960Accounting Internship

MBA Program Total - 33 hours

* This is a pass/fail, self-paced course that focuses on accounting, finance, economics and statistics to equip students with an overview of fundamental background knowledge and skill-sets essential for success in the FSC MBA program and career.
** Course has the prerequisite requirement of BUS 6010 Graduate Business Foundations.

Program Costs

2024-2025

Base Required FeesCost
Tuition Per Credit Hour$1,035
Technology fee per semester is based on credit hours enrolled$25 to $100

$250 Non-Refundable Enrollment Deposit (Upon acceptance and applied toward your first semester tuition balance)

*Tuition will be billed prior to the beginning of each semester based on credit hours. Tuition must be paid by the first day of class.

Scholarships Available

MBA Merit Scholarship

To be considered for this merit-based scholarship, applicants must submit a GMAT/GMAT Focus or GRE score as part of their MBA application process.

Scholarship awards will be granted based on the following tier system:

  • $1,500 for GMAT or GRE equivalent score of 650 or higher. GMAT Focus score of 615 or higher.
  • $1,000 for GMAT or GRE equivalent score of 550 to 649.GMAT Focus score of 555-614.
  • $500 for GMAT or GRE equivalent score of 500 to 549. GMAT Focus score of 515-554.

This is a one-time award that will be applied as a tuition discount in the first year of MBA enrollment.

Graduate Assistantships

A limited number of graduate assistantships are offered. The assistantship program offers tuition discounts in exchange for hours worked.

To be eligible to apply for a Graduate Assistantship position students must have:

  • Already been accepted into their chosen program
  • Submitted their GRE or GMAT scores.

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Are Online courses asynchronous?

Yes. Assignments are due weekly and there is no requirement to login at specific time frames.

Can I change delivery methods at any point of the program?

Yes. Our Flex Saturday-hybrid delivery allows you to take both Saturday-hybrid and Online courses. If you started with our fully Online delivery, you are able to switch to our Flex Saturday-hybrid delivery.

Can the GRE/GMAT requirement be waived?

To be considered for a GRE/GMAT waiver, you must hold a 3.00+ cumulative GPA or higher and meet one of the following criteria:

  1. Applicant is a graduate of an AACSB-accredited business school with a 3.25+ cumulative GPA
  2. Applicant is a graduate of Florida Southern College with a 3.25+ cumulative GPA
  3. Applicant is a graduate of Florida Polytechnic University with a 3.25+ cumulative GPA
  4. Applicant is a graduate of a regionally accredited institution with a 3.30+ cumulative GPA
  5. Applicant currently holds a master’s or terminal degree (JD, MD, PhD, etc.)
  6. Applicant currently holds an active CPA license
  7. Applicant is a lifetime Beta Gamma Sigma member
  8. Applicant has a minimum of 3 years of qualifying managerial experience

How many classes can I take each 7-week term?

We recommend students take one course each term, but students can take up to two courses per term if they want an accelerated progression. We encourage you to reach out to us to discuss your preferred timeline.

What are the hours of the Saturday-hybrid classes?

There are 3 different time blocks for Saturday courses: 9:00 to 11:45 AM, 12:45 to 3:30 PM, and 3:45 to 6:30 PM.

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MBA Virtual Information Session

Adult & Grad Admissions

MBA Virtual Information Session

Dec 11 6:00 PM

Join our upcoming Zoom webinar, tailored specifically for prospective graduate students eager to explore our Master of Business Administration program. This interactive session will offer a comprehensive overview of our MBA offerings, facilitate meaningful connections with esteemed faculty members, and provide direct access to insights from our dedicated admissions counselor. Don’t miss your chance to take the first step towards achieving your career goals!

Location: Online

Program Contact

Shani Lizardi Shani Lizardi, MS

Associate Director of Adult and Graduate Admission

 863.680.5022

 863.267.8047