- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university
- Open to graduates regardless of major who have a quantitative foundation with an interest in building a career in analytics
- Successful completion of coursework in statistics and one other quantitative course is required

Master of Science in Business Analytics
STEM Certified – OPT Extension Eligible Curriculum Embedded with Applied AI NEW: Sports Analytics Concentration 92% Employment (Class of 2025)
NEW: Sports Analytics Concentration
The Wake Forest MSBA Program introduces a new Sports Analytics Concentration, which includes new coursework and an optional additional summer semester opportunity to learn advanced sports analytics and data engineering, and be embedded as consultants to a Division I, Power Four sports team.

MSBA Average Class Profile
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2026 Founders Day
Each year the University marks its founding in February 1834 by coming together to celebrate and reflect on our traditions, our history and our people. Founders Day is also a moment to affirm the Universitys motto Pro Humanitate. The ceremony will be held at at 4 p.m. on February 19, 2026 in Wait Chapel.
Future in Focus: Graduate Business Preview Weekend
Join this immersive experience to find your direction, build your network, and see how our accelerated masters programs in Accountancy, Business Analytics, and Management can fast-track your professional goals. Experience our cutting-edge curriculum and personalized career support, and picture whats possible with a Wake Forest business masters. Wake Forest will cover travel, meals, and accommodations for Future in Focus attendees. Qualified Future in Focus participants who are admitted to an accelerated masters program in Accountancy, Business Analytics, or Management program will be considered for a minimum $10,000 scholarship per year. Space is limited, applying early is highly recommended.
Future in Focus: Graduate Business Preview Weekend
Join this immersive experience to find your direction, build your network, and see how our accelerated masters programs in Accountancy, Business Analytics, and Management can fast-track your professional goals. Experience our cutting-edge curriculum and personalized career support, and picture whats possible with a Wake Forest business masters. Wake Forest will cover travel, meals, and accommodations for Future in Focus attendees. Qualified Future in Focus participants who are admitted to an accelerated masters program in Accountancy, Business Analytics, or Management program will be considered for a minimum $10,000 scholarship per year. Space is limited, applying early is highly recommended.
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WFUSB Spring Break (UG, MSA, MSM, MSBA-On Campus, CEV, WEV)
WFUSB Spring Break (UG, MSA, MSM, MSBA-On Campus, CEV, WEV)
WFUSB Spring Break (UG, MSA, MSM, MSBA-On Campus, CEV, WEV)
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Meet Your MSBA Team
If you have any questions regarding the enrollment process, student life, faculty, curriculum or career resources, please schedule a consult. We look forward to helping you!
Dr. Scott M. Shafer
Senior Associate Dean of Graduate Programs; Faculty Director for the Master of Science in Business Analytics Program; Professor
Eric Haddleton
Assistant Director, Enrollment Management Recruiting
Cherie Fu
Associate Director, MSBA Integrative Student Services and International Student Support Specialist
Araceli Perez-Ramos (Sally)
Associate Director, Market Readiness & Employment
Nimish Rathkanthiwar
Regional Advisor, India & South Asia Enrollment Management Recruiting
AACSB International
The School of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). The School of Business' Accountancy Program attained the supplemental accounting accreditation.



















