Online MSBA
Turn Data Into Decisions. Shape the Future of Business.
Georgetown University’s Online Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) program equips working professionals with the technical skills, business knowledge, and leadership mindset to turn complex data into actionable insights. Ranked among the nation’s best, this program is also recognized as a leading online master’s in business analytics for professionals who want to advance their careers without putting them on hold.
Offered through the top-ranked McDonough School of Business, this 16-month, part-time program features live online classes, two in-person residencies, and a rigorous curriculum designed to prepare you for high-impact roles in data-driven organizations.
Why Choose Georgetown’s Online MSBA?
The Georgetown McDonough Online MSBA: nationally ranked, rooted in real-world application, and built for business success
The online Master’s in Business Analytics at Georgetown combines real-time, faculty-led virtual learning with hands-on, practical application. You’ll develop expertise in data analytics, programming, data visualization, business strategy, and cloud computing—all within a collaborative cohort environment.
- 16-month, cohort-based format
- Weekly live sessions with faculty, combined with asynchronous coursework and office hours with faculty and TAs
- Two week-long, in-person residencies in Washington, D.C.
- Rigorous curriculum of technical and business courses with a real-world capstone project
- Access to a global alumni network and career coaching
Class Schedule and Curriculum Overview
The online MSBA program admits students who reside in time zones within three hours (+/-) of Eastern Time. Online classes include live sessions held on weekdays between 6 p.m. and 9:20 p.m. ET time window, and students are expected to attend during these times (except when participating in required in-person residencies on Georgetown’s Washington, D.C. campus). The program sponsors F-1 visas only for these in-person residencies. F-1 visa holders must not engage in employment while physically present in the United States and must depart the United States at the end of each residency.
Learn to Lead with Data Across Every Business Function
Throughout the Georgetown online business analytics master’s program, you will complete courses that develop your ability to:
- Communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Collect, manage, and analyze data
- Apply machine learning and statistical models
- Create business strategies rooted in data insights
Fall 2026 Application Deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early Application | Rolling through September 30, 2025 |
| Round 1 | November 11, 2025 |
| Round 2 | January 13, 2026 |
| Round 3 | March 10, 2026 |
| Round 4 | May 12, 2026 |
| Round 5 | Rolling through June 30, 2026 |
Student Experience in the Online MSBA
The Online MSBA at Georgetown blends flexibility with connection. From personalized career support to virtual networking and mentorship, you’ll engage with faculty, peers, and alumni in ways that enrich your learning beyond the classroom.
Career Support for Online MSBA Students
Georgetown’s Online MSBA gives you access to McDonough’s dedicated Career Services and global alumni network. Whether you’re balancing studies with work or preparing for your next role, you’ll find resources tailored to working professionals. Explore career coaching, networking opportunities, and tools that help you advance in a competitive business analytics job market.
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