Master of Science in Business Analytics
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About the Program
WASC Accreditation & WES Recognition
GGU has been accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) since 1959 and it is WES recognized. WASC accredits universities in California and Hawaii, including Stanford, UC Berkeley, and others. WSCUC is nationally recognized by the US Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
Learn from Scholar Practitioners
GGU instructors are scholar practitioners with decades of senior level work experience in the San Francisco Bay Area, including major Silicon Valley and Fortune 500 companies.
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Syllabus
*The curriculum and credits are a virtue of University's guidelines while meeting international standards and quality.
Data Analysis for Managers
Foundations of Business Analytics
Enterprise Performance Management & Metrics
Managing Data Structures
Business Intelligence
Advanced Statistical Analysis with R
Advanced Statistical Analysis with Python
Big Data Ecosystems
Web & Social Network Analytics
Machine Learning for Predictive Analytics
Natural Language Processing
Prescriptive Analytics and Optimisation
Capstone
Instructors
Dr. Judith Lee
Sia Zadeh
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- Timely doubt resolution by industry experts and peers.
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- Personalised expert feedback on assignments and projects.
- Regular live sessions by experts to clarify concept-related doubts.
Admission Process
There are 3 simple steps in the Admission Process which is detailed below:
Step 1
Submit Application
Complete your application, providing work experience and educational background. The admissions committee will review your application, including all required documentation.
Step 2
Apply for Scholarship
Submit your Statement of Purpose for the GGU program to which you are applying. Upon qualification, you will receive an Official Offer Letter confirming your admission to the course.
Step 3
Reserve Your Seat
Reserve your program spot by paying the required program deposit (typically INR25,000) in full by the date specified in your offer letter. Start your educational journey.
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Program Fees: INR 6,50,000 (Post Scholarship)
70% Scholarship available for 5,000 Indian students along with EMI options
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Frequently Asked Questions
Course Eligibility
Who is this program for?
For IT professionals: Roles in the IT industry are evolving rapidly, and one is now expected to have a better understanding of analytics. Hence, to lead such teams, managers are expected to have the knowledge of analytics in addition to having strong leadership qualities. This program will help you with both.
For non-IT professionals: With each business decision becoming data-driven, analytics is a de-facto skill expected from any manager, as you would be the one making decisions. This program will help you understand how to convert a business problem into an analytics problem and then solve it. So, if you are aiming to lead teams working on solving problems of the digital age, start your own business, or even consult others in making business decisions, then this program is meant for you.
What is the minimum eligibility for this program?
Bachelor’s Degree in any specialization.
How do I become eligible for the scholarship? What is the application process?
The scholarship is rolled out based on the academic and professional achievements. Once the application form is submitted with these details, the admission committee reviews the same. If you are admitted into the program, the scholarship that you are eligible for will be mentioned on the offer letter. Please note that admission is provisional until successful verification of supporting documents and completing the payment formalities.
Payment
Will I be able to avail EMI Options of my course fee even after receiving scholarships?
Yes, 70% scholarship available for 5,000 students along with EMI options are available.
How much do I pay to block my seat?
You need to pay INR 25,000 to block your seat.
Refund Policy/Financials
What is the refund policy for this program?
- You may request a refund for the program at any time before the cohort commencement date by visiting www.upgrad.com and submitting your refund form via the "My Application" section under your profile. A processing fee of Rs. 10,000 will be charged. Please note that once the Program commences, no refund request will be considered, and any amount paid by the student will not be refunded.
- Requests for refund must be sent via email in the prescribed Refund Request Form. The refund will be processed within 30 working days of commencement of the program. For refund and deferral policies please refer to this link.
Will I have to pay any extra amount for the EMI transaction?
If you are availing of 0% credit card EMI, upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions. Your bank may levy GST or other taxes on the interest component of the EMI.
Are there any fees or down payment?
Certain banks charge nominal processing fees between INR 99 - 500 on 0% Credit Card EMI transactions. If charged will be billed in the first repayment installment.
Can I use my international credit card for 0% credit EMI or chargeable credit card EMI?
Only Indian bank credit cards can be used. But you can pay the amount using the credit card option in one-shot or part payments and later you can convert it into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions, this will be purely between you and your bank.
How can I opt for credit card EMI if my bank is not listed in the 0% credit card EMI or chargeable credit card EMI?
You can pay the amount using the credit card option in one-shot or part payments and later you can convert it into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions.