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Explore unprecedented opportunities in the booming field of business analytics.
The Schulich MBAN is a 12 month, full-time, in person program with one intake per year, Summer (May).
With the increasing importance of business analytics, the talent to analyze and demystify Big Data is in growing demand.
The first of its kind in Canada, the Schulich Master of Business Analytics (MBAN) is a 12-month full-time program, designed to give you the tools and techniques to become an expert in this evolving, high-demand field.
The capstone of the program is an Analytics Consulting Project in which students, working in team, will spend two terms a hands-on, problem-driven analytics project and develop applicable business solutions. They will directly interface with industry leaders and develop both technical and organizational expertise.
The MBAN is recognized by the Vector Institute for Artificial Intelligence as delivering a curriculum that equips its graduates with the skills and competencies sought by industry. All MBAN students may be eligible for merit based Vector Institute Scholarships valued at $17,500.
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“By holistically bridging technology and business acuity, the MBAN program offered a powerful combination to position me for success. No other program compared to this in design and value.”
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Career Opportunities
The Schulich Master of Business Analytics will provide you with the technical, quantitative expertise and strategic mindset to support data-driven business decision-making.
With increased data available via new technologies, many industries such as banking, healthcare, retail and e-commerce are acknowledging the importance of analytics and hiring specialized professionals to analyze big data, create value and drive decision-making.
As part of your MBAN career services you will also have access to the Centre for Career Design (CCD) and online access to year round job postings, career tools as well as corporate information sessions and CCD run events.
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Admission Requirements
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The general admission requirements for the MBAN are listed below. Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission, as space in each program is limited. A holistic approach is taken during the application review process and all components of the application are thoroughly reviewed. Three-year degree holders who have strong results in relevant technical courses and have a year or more of professional work experience in data intensive computing may be considered for admission.
- A four-year undergraduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with a minimum B+ average in the last two full years (or equivalent) of academic work in one of the following subjects: Mathematics, Business, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering or Science. Undergraduate degree holders in other subject areas (Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities, Fine and Performing Arts, Education etc.) will be considered if they have completed a significant number of university courses in relevant topics (see list below). Successful applicants will have completed at least one university course on a listed topic, in two of the following categories.
Mathematics/Statistics- Introductory Statistics
- Calculus
- Data Mining and Machine Learning
- Introduction to Data Science
- Linear Algebra
Computer Science
- Introduction to Programming
- Introduction to Data Structures
- Algorithms
- Introduction to Databases
- Data Mining
Business
- Business Intelligence
- Data Management
- Data Science for Business
- Artificial Intelligence for Business
- Business Analytics
- Work Experience
- Post degree work experience is recommended but not required.
- Completion of the online application which requires:
- Essays (2 written, 1 timed written, 2 video)
- An up-to-date resume
- Two references
- Unofficial copies of transcripts from all previously attended post-secondary institutions*
*Official copies of these documents will be required if an applicant receives an offer to the program - GMAT/GRE not required
- Proof of English language proficiency if studies were not completed in English.
Accepted Tests | Minimum Score |
IELTS (Academic Test) | 7.0 overall (minimum 6.5 on each dimension) |
TOEFL | 100 iBT (minimum 23 on each dimension) Schulich’s TOEFL code is B710 with Department Code 02 |
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- Applicants who have completed at least two years of full-time study at an accredited university in a country (or institution) where English is the official language of instruction are not required to submit an English proficiency test.
Students who have graduated from Schulich within the last five years are eligible for a $150 application fee waiver.
For more information please see our Application Tips.
Deadlines
The MBAN program is offered on a full-time basis only and starts in May.
Entry | Round 1 | Round 2* | Round 3 | Round 4** |
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May 2025 | July 24, 2024 | September 4, 2024 | November 13, 2024 | February 12, 2025 |
*International students are encouraged to apply by the Round 2 deadline. International students are still welcome to apply after this date and will be considered for admission pending space in the program. Please keep in mind that you must have enough time to apply for a study permit if you are granted an offer.
**For domestic applicants only.
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Please note: Students may only submit a single application. Students are not permitted to apply in multiple rounds or to multiple programs.
Tuition & Fees
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The MBAN is a full-time program consisting of three academic terms. A term is equivalent to one semester, or 12 weeks.
Fees below are based on the Fall 2024 fee framework, and are subject to change.
Student Status | Full-Time Tuition per Term/Semester*
Charged in Summer, Fall and Winter. |
Estimated Program Total**
Current tuition fee multiplied by typical number of terms required for program completion. |
Domestic Students Canadian Citizen, Landed Immigrant, Permanent Resident |
$ 18,045 | $ 54,135 |
International Students Visa/Study Permit |
$ 30,915 | $ 92,745 |
*Fees are rounded to the nearest dollar and include supplementary fees. For full details on all current tuition, supplementary fees, and student health plans refer to the Student Financial Services website: https://sfs.yorku.ca/fees/courses.
**Tuition fees have not yet been set for the Fall 2025-2026 academic year. Program totals are estimates only and subject to change. The Estimated Program Total is calculated by multiplying current Fall 2024 tuition fees by the standard number of terms required to complete the program. Program total estimates are rounded to the nearest $50.
For information on scholarships, awards, and bursaries, loan programs, and other resources please visit Schulich Financial Aid https://schulich.yorku.ca/student-life-services/financial-aid/.
This program is eligible for OSAP.
Study Options
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View details Hide detailsStudents in the MBAN program will complete 45.00 credits, comprised of 39.00 credits of Core Courses and 6.00 credits of Elective Courses.
The course listing below reflects the intended program structure. Course requirements and sequencing are subject to change.
Term 1 (Summer)
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Note that course sequencing is subject to change.
- MMAI 5000 3.00 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FUNDAMENTALS
- MMAI 5100 3.00 DATABASE FUNDAMENTALS
- MBAN 6110 3.00 DATA SCIENCE I
- OMIS 6750 3.00 PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- MGMT 6300 3.00 CASE ANALYSIS AND PRESENTATION SKILLS
Term 2 (Fall)
- MBAN 5110 3.00 PREDICTIVE MODELLING
- MBAN 6120 3.00 DATA SCIENCE II
- MBAN 6090 6.00 ANALYTICS CONSULTING PROJECT
- OMIS 6000 3.00 MODELS & APPLICATIONS IN OPERATIONAL RESEARCH
Plus 3.00 credits of Elective Courses
Term 3 (Winter)
- MBAN 5140 3.00 VISUAL ANALYTICS AND MODELLING
- MBAN 6090 6.00 ANALYTICS CONSULTING PROJECT
- SUST 5100 3.00 ETHICS AND TECHNOLOGY
Plus 6.00 credits of Elective Courses
NOTE: MBAN 6090 6.00 spans Terms 2 and 3. Students will enrol in Fall and continue the course in Term 3 (Winter).
Elective Courses
Subject to availability.
- ACTG 5210 1.50 MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING
- ECON 6210 3.00 ECONOMIC FORECASTING AND ANALYSIS
- FINE 5200 3.00 MANAGERIAL FINANCE
- FINE 6310 3.00 APPLICATIONS OF DATA SCIENCE IN FINANCE
- FINE 6720 3.00 MANAGEMENT OF RISK IN FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
- FNSV 6990 1.50 ENTERPRISE RISK MANAGEMENT & STRATEGY
- MBAN 6500 3.00 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN BUSINESS I
- MBAN 6510 3.00 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN BUSINESS II
- MKTG 5200 3.00 MARKETING MANAGEMENT
- MKTG 6050 3.00 MARKETING RESEARCH
- MKTG 6150 3.00 CONSUMER BEHAVIOUR
- MKTG 6250 3.00 BUSINESS MARKETING
- MKTG 6300 3.00 SERVICE MARKETING
- MKTG 6360 3.00 MARKETING METRICS
- OMIS 6350 3.00 ADVANCED SPREADSHEET MODELLING & PROGRAMMING FOR BUSINESS
- OMIS 6560 3.00 SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
- OMIS 6610 3.00 DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN SERVICES
- OMIS 6955 3.00 SERVICE OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
- ORGS 6350 3.00 MANAGING CHANGE
- ORGS 6560 3.00 NEGOTIATIONS
Faculty
View details Hide detailsFaculty members teaching in the Business Analytics program come from a wide range of backgrounds, including engineering, business, mathematics, statistics and information systems. They have extensive experience in business and industry, and regularly act as consultants and advisors to both private and public organizations.
Program faculty members
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Julian Scott Yeomans
Professor of Operations Management and Information Systems; Director, Master of Business Analytics; Director, Master of Management in Artificial Intelligence
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Markus Biehl
Professor of Operations Management & Information Systems
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Adam Diamant
Associate Professor of Operations Management and Information Systems; York Research Chair in Managing AI-Driven Technologies in Health Care
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Richard H. Irving
Professor Emeritus of Operations Management and Information Systems
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Henry M. Kim
Area Coordinator, Operations Management and Information Systems; Associate Professor of Operations Management and Information Systems; Co-Director, BlockchainLab
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Murat Kristal
Program Director, MBA in Technology Leadership; Professor of Operations Management and Information Systems; Special Advisor, AI & Business Analytics
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Moren Lévesque
Professor of Operations Management and Information Systems; CPA Ontario Chair in International Entrepreneurship; Co-director of Entrepreneurial Studies
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Hjalmar Turesson
Deloitte Data Scientist; Adjunct Professor, Master of Business Analytics and Master of Management in Artificial Intelligence
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Hemant Sangwan
Lecturer, Master of Business Analytics and Master of Management in Artificial Intelligence
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David Elsner
Professor of Analytics and Modelling for Healthcare; Adjunct Professor, Master of Management in Artificial Intelligence (MMAI) Program and Master of Business Analytics (MBAN) Program; President, DHE Consulting; Managing Partner, illuminaite
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Isik Bicer
Associate Professor of Operations Management and Information Systems
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Advisory Board
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Student Clubs
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External Partners
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CI Financial is a diversified global wealth and asset management company with over $364 billion (as of October 2022) of assets under management/administration. Since 1965, CI Financial has consistently anticipated and responded to the changing needs of investors, driven by a commitment to provide individuals and institutions with the highest-quality investments and advice.
The goal of this initiative is to leverage the strengths and synergies of the two organizations to bring real world learning experiences to students through internships, innovative projects, and industry events. Two Analytics Consulting project (AICP) teams worked with CI in 2023.