BS Business Analytics

Business analysts are in high demand due to their dynamic skill sets and business acumen. Caldwell University’s new Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics degree prepares you for a range of professional opportunities in the growing field of business analytics and data analysis with a marketable set of data skills. 

Business analysts study and process organizational data to help businesses and brands find trends, patterns, and anomalies that present new opportunities and uncover potential challenges. Successful business analysts possess a unique combination of knowledge and skills to work with data, recognize the impact on the business side of the organization, and communicate actionable insights to key decision-makers to solve business challenges.

In response to the industry’s growing demand for data collection and analysis, Caldwell’s Business Analytics major is designed to integrate business acumen with computer science skills, emphasizing data analytics. This focus is evident in the requirement that 42 out of the 120 credits needed to earn the Bachelor of Science degree are dedicated to the major. Our graduates are prepared to collect, analyze, and interpret complex data to improve business decision-making. Students develop strong communication skills to convey insights and recommendations to stakeholders effectively. They also gain expertise using advanced tools and technologies to deliver data-driven solutions, preparing them for a professional career.

Caldwell business analytics graduates are equipped to provide essential business expertise in virtually any industry that collects, tracks, and uses data. Business analytics is a field with exceptionally strong labor market opportunities (EAB Program Analysis, 2020). The Bureau of Labor Statistics pegs business analytics as among the top 10 fastest-growing occupations, projecting 31.4% growth between 2020 and 2030. Additionally, Caldwell University’s business analytics graduates are equipped to apply their skills and knowledge across a wide range of industries that rely on data, including healthcare, finance, marketing, and more.