Bachelor of Science in
Business Analytics
Crafted in conjunction with industry leaders, this program teaches the use and analysis of data to solve real-world business problems and drive optimal outcomes.
Organizations are generating volumes of data that could be used to solve problems, generate insight and mitigate risk if it is properly analyzed. This program is grounded in the concepts of Evidence-Based Management and seeks to provide data-driven answers to today's organizational questions.
Students will learn how to source, manipulate, and analyze data as well as generate insightful results, all within an ethical framework. These results will include infographics, visualizations and executive reports suitable for a business audience.
With the analytics field rapidly growing, now is the time to embrace the data revolution with a bachelor's degree in Business Analytics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics anticipates the demand for analysts in fields such as business management to grow by 11% before 2032 with an estimated median pay of $93,000.
Embry-Riddle’s online Business Analytics degree program offers students a unique opportunity to bring data-driven decision making to all facets of an organization to solve complex business problems. Students will learn hands-on analytical skills from data collection and analysis to complex analytics to building dashboards and infographics.
Program faculty have academic and practitioner backgrounds in cross-platform analytics and have consulted for airlines, solved complex transportation problems, and beyond.
Courses in the Business Analytics online degree are application-oriented, build on each other and prepare graduates to work in a range of different settings.
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About Business Analytics at the Worldwide & Online Campus
Whether you are an entry- or mid-level manager looking to improve organizational outcomes, have dreams of becoming an analyst or improving your analytical skills, or simply want to enhance your own data literacy, the Business Analytics undergraduate degree at Embry-Riddle's Worldwide Campus is the perfect place to start.
This program consists of areas of study including:
- Sourcing Data
- Database and Data Manipulation
- Statistics and Computation
- Output and Visualization
- Storytelling
Unlike other business analytics degree programs that may have a data science or computer science focus, our Business Analytics degree has a substantial business focus with the goal of driving optimal business outcomes and strategy using hands-on activities, the latest in analytics and visualization software, and relevant thought-provoking case studies.
This is not just number crunching but solving real-world business problems.
In addition to the major areas of study, the concepts of data ethics and effective communication are woven throughout the business analytics program. Students can also receive SAS Academic Certification Badge by taking the four required BUAN courses.
The Business Analytics bachelor's degree program is well connected to industry and industry needs and has been reviewed by numerous well-known industry partners. Representatives from PWC, CohnReznick, The Boeing Company, SAS, IBM, Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines Dark Cubed, and more have provided feedback on the content, flow, and job preparedness of this program.*
The final Capstone course will allow students to solve a real-world industry problem, and the Capstone can even be used as a skill showcase for future employment or promotion.
Businesses today compete on data, and managers must have enhanced data literacy – now, more than ever before. With an analytics degree, you can help meet this industry's needs by embracing evidence-based management and data-driven decision-making while solving complex business problems through business analytics.
*Feedback has been provided by members of the College of Business Dean’s Council, Embry-Riddle Worldwide Industry Advisory Board as well as alumni working in well-known aerospace, IT, and business corporations.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
General Education
| General Education | ||
| Embry-Riddle courses in the general education categories of Communication Theory and Skills, Humanities, and Social Sciences may be chosen from the list below, assuming prerequisite requirements are met. Courses from other institutions are acceptable if they fall into these broad categories and are at the level specified. | ||
| Communication Theory and Skills | ||
| ENGL 123 | English Composition | 3 |
| ENGL 222 | Business Communication | 3 |
| Any Communication Theory and Skills above ENGL 106 | 3 | |
| Humanities* | ||
| Humanities elective (lower or upper level) | 3 | |
| Humanities Elective (upper level) | 3 | |
| Social Sciences | ||
| ECON 210 | Microeconomics | 3 |
| ECON 211 | Macroeconomics | 3 |
| Physical and Life Science | ||
| Physics/Biology/Meteorology/Chemistry/Environmental Science/Astronomy | 6 | |
| Mathematics | ||
| STAT 211 | Statistics with Aviation Applications | 3 |
| or STAT 222 | Business Statistics | |
| Any College Algebra or Higher Math or any Statistics Credit cannot be awarded for STAT 211 or STAT 222 | 3 | |
| Computer Science | ||
| CSCI 123 | Introduction to Computing for Data Analysis | 3 |
| Total Credits | 36 | |
Core/Major
| Common Business Core | ||
| MGMT 201 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| MMIS 221 | Introduction to Management Information Systems | 3 |
| MKTG 311 | Marketing | 3 |
| ACCT 210 | Financial Accounting | 3 |
| ACCT 312 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| OBLD 317 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| MGMT 325 | Social Responsibility and Ethics in Management | 3 |
| FINE 332 | Corporate Finance I | 3 |
| BUSW 335 | International Business | 3 |
| BUSW 390 | Business Law | 3 |
| LGMT 420 | Management of Production and Operations | 3 |
| MGMT 436 | Strategic Management | 3 |
| Total Credits | 36 | |
| Business Analytics Core | ||
| BUSW 352 | Business Quantitative Methods | 3 |
| BUAN 301 | Evidence-Based Management: The Need for Data | 3 |
| BUAN 428 | Business Analytics and Data Intelligence | 3 |
| BUAN 302 | Communication and Ethics in Data Analysis | 3 |
| MMIS 385 | Programming Concepts | 3 |
| MMIS 392 | Database Management | 3 |
| BUAN 304 | Advanced Statistics and Analytics Concepts | 3 |
| BUAN 405 | Applied Analytics I -- Descriptive Analytics | 3 |
| BUAN 406 | Applied Analytics II -- Predictive Analytics | 3 |
| BUAN 407 | Business Intelligence in Industry Capstone | 3 |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
Electives
| Transfer Credit -or- COB Minor -or- COB non-duplicated undergraduate level courses | 15 | |
| Open Electives (Lower or Upper Level) | 3 | |
| Total Degree Requirements | 120 | |
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About Business Analytics at the Asia Campus
Whether you are an entry- or mid-level manager looking to improve organizational outcomes, have dreams of becoming an analyst or improving your analytical skills, or simply want to enhance your own data literacy, the Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics program at Embry-Riddle's Asia Campus is the perfect place to start.
This program consists of four major areas of study:
- Sourcing Data
- Database and Data Manipulation
- Statistics and Computation
- Output and Visualization
Unlike other programs that may have a data science or computer science focus, this business analytics program has a substantial business focus with the goal of driving optimal business outcomes and strategy using hands-on activities, the latest in analytics and visualization software, and relevant thought-provoking case studies.
This is not just number crunching but solving real-world business problems.
In addition to the four major areas of study, the concepts of data ethics and effective communication are woven throughout the program.
The Business Analytic bachelor's program is well connected to industry and industry needs and has been reviewed by numerous well-known industry partners. Representatives from PWC, CohnReznick, The Boeing Company, SAS, Dark Cubed, and more have provided feedback on the content, flow, and job preparedness of this program.* The final Capstone course will allow students to solve a real-world industry problem and the Capstone can even be used as a skills showcase for future employment or promotion.
Businesses today compete on data and managers must have an enhanced data literacy; more so now than ever before. The program meets this industry need and prepares students to embrace evidence-based management, data-driven decision making, as well as solve complex business problems using business analytics.
*Feedback has been provided by members of the College of Business Dean’s Council, Embry-Riddle Worldwide Industry Advisory Board as well as alumni working in well-known aerospace, IT, and business corporations.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
General Education
| General Education | ||
| Embry-Riddle courses in the general education categories of Communication Theory and Skills, Humanities, and Social Sciences may be chosen from the list below, assuming prerequisite requirements are met. Courses from other institutions are acceptable if they fall into these broad categories and are at the level specified. | ||
| Communication Theory and Skills | ||
| ENGL 123 | English Composition | 3 |
| ENGL 222 | Business Communication | 3 |
| ENGL 223 | Collaborative Writing & Presenting | 3 |
| Humanities | ||
| HUMN 330 | Values and Ethics | 3 |
| SOCI 210 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| Social Sciences | ||
| ECON 210 | Microeconomics | 3 |
| ECON 211 | Macroeconomics | 3 |
| Mathematics | ||
| MATH 111 | Pre-calculus for Aviation | 3 |
| STAT 211 | Statistics with Aviation Applications | 3 |
| Computer Science | ||
| CSCI 123 | Introduction to Computing for Data Analysis | 3 |
| PHYS 142 | Introduction to Environmental Science | 3 |
| WEAX 201 | Meteorology I | 3 |
| Total Credits | 36 | |
Core/Major
| Common Business Core | ||
| ACCT 210 | Financial Accounting | 3 |
| MGMT 201 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| ACCT 312 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| MMIS 221 | Introduction to Management Information Systems | 3 |
| FINE 332 | Corporate Finance I | 3 |
| MKTG 311 | Marketing | 3 |
| BUSW 390 | Business Law | 3 |
| MGMT 436 | Strategic Management | 3 |
| BUSW 335 | International Business | 3 |
| LGMT 420 | Management of Production and Operations | 3 |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
| Singapore Specific Core | ||
| RSCH 202 | Introduction to Research Methods | 3 |
| COIN 496 | Co-Operative Education | 3 |
| or LGMT 331 | Transportation Principles | |
| UNIV 101 | College Success | 1 |
| Total Credits | 7 | |
| Business Analytics Core | ||
| BUSW 352 | Business Quantitative Methods | 3 |
| BUAN 301 | Evidence-Based Management: The Need for Data | 3 |
| BUAN 428 | Business Analytics and Data Intelligence | 3 |
| BUAN 302 | Communication and Ethics in Data Analysis | 3 |
| MMIS 385 | Programming Concepts | 3 |
| MMIS 392 | Database Management | 3 |
| BUAN 304 | Advanced Statistics and Analytics Concepts | 3 |
| BUAN 405 | Applied Analytics I -- Descriptive Analytics | 3 |
| BUAN 406 | Applied Analytics II -- Predictive Analytics | 3 |
| BUAN 407 | Business Intelligence in Industry Capstone | 3 |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
Electives
| Transfer Credit -or- COB Minor -or- COB non-duplicated undergraduate level courses | 18 | |
| Total Degree Requirements | 121 | |
Students Applying from Singapore
Polytechnic Students:
- Official copies of your polytechnic transcripts. In order for these documents to be considered official you must request an original copy from your polytechnic institution.
- Official copy of your polytechnic diploma.
- Official copies of your General Certificate of Education Ordinary level (GCE O-Level) and General Certificate of Education Advanced level (GCE A-Level) results.
A-Level Students:
- Official copies of your GCE O-Level and GCE A-Level results. In order for these documents to be considered official, you must present to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University the original certificates so that an official copy can be made. Students who have taken A-Level examinations are eligible for exemptions based on the subjects they’ve taken and the grades received. View the list of exemptions for A-Level graduates.
International Students
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University requires that all international students meet the university minimum requirements for admission. These requirements vary from country to country and each application to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is reviewed on an individual case-by-case basis.
Asia Degree Requirements and Exceptions Modal
China
| Minimum Entry Requirement(s) | Possible Credit Exemption Requirement(s) |
|---|---|
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Two to three year diploma or certificate programs and graduation certificate from colleges, institutes, professional schools and universities |
Hong Kong
| Minimum Entry Requirement(s) | Possible Credit Exemption Requirement(s) |
|---|---|
| Hong Kong Diploma Of Secondary Education (HKDSE) |
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India
| Minimum Entry Requirement(s) | Possible Credit Exemption Requirement(s) |
|---|---|
| Secondary School Certificate (Level X) with Higher Secondary School Certificate (Level XII) | Bachelor of Arts, Science or Commerce |
| Secondary School Certificate (Level X) with All India Secondary School Certificate (Level XII) | Diploma in Engineering |
Indonesia
| Minimum Entry Requirement(s) | Possible Credit Exemption Requirement(s) |
|---|---|
| Surat Tanda Tamat Belajar (STTB) from Sekolah Menengah Unum Tingkat Atas (SMA) - Grade 12 equivalent | Diploma (D1) - Equivalent to Associate Degree and must be awarded by a recognized college or university |
| Surat Tanda Tanat Belajar (STTB) from Sekolah Menengah Unum Tingkat Atas (SMA) and entrance examination. |
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Malaysia
| Minimum Entry Requirement(s) | Possible Credit Exemption Requirement(s) |
|---|---|
| Sijil Pelajarn Malaysia (SPM) Certificate of Education with Grade I or II results | Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) Higher School Certificate |
| General Certificate Education | Cambridge GCE Advanced Level |
| United Examination Certificate for Independent Chinese Schools in Malaysia (UEC) |
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Myanmar
| Minimum Entry Requirement(s) | Possible Credit Exemption Requirement(s) |
|---|---|
| Matriculation Certificate | Institute of Education Certificate, Bachelor’s degrees in Science / B Science with Honours, Technology, Commerce |
Philippines
| Minimum Entry Requirement(s) | Possible Credit Exemption Requirement(s) |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma and Academic transcript (Form 137A) prior to education system reform of 2013 | Associate Degrees CHED accredited |
| High School Diploma and Academic Transcript New System, first graduates in 2018 (Katibayan) - Grade 12 | Post-graduate Diploma consisting of Undergraduate work |
| High School transcript and Diploma academic program with vocational track (Katunayan) | Contact us at asia@erau.edu. |
| Diploma or transcript with graduation from full-time Madrasah Thanawi (Muslim Education Institution) | Contact us at asia@erau.edu. |
South Korea
| Minimum Entry Requirement(s) | Possible Credit Exemption Requirement(s) |
|---|---|
| Academic High School or vocational high school graduation certificate (Inmungye Kodung Hakkyo) | Junior College Graduation certificate (Chogup Taehak) |
Sri Lanka
| Minimum Entry Requirement(s) | Possible Credit Exemption Requirement(s) |
|---|---|
| Sri Lankan Certificate of General Education | Advanced Diploma, Higher National Diploma, General Bachelor’s degrees |
Taiwan
| Minimum Entry Requirement(s) | Possible Credit Exemption Requirement(s) |
|---|---|
| Diploma from Senior High School or Senior Vocational High School | Diploma from Junior Colleges, earned 5 years after Jr. Middle School (grade 9) or 3 years after Senior Middle School |
Thailand
| Minimum Entry Requirement(s) | Possible Credit Exemption Requirement(s) |
|---|---|
| Matayom VI Certificate |
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Vietnam
| Minimum Entry Requirement(s) | Possible Credit Exemption Requirement(s) |
|---|---|
| Bằng Tốt nghiệp Trung học Phổ Thông (Graduation Diploma for General Upper Secondary Education - awarded since 2003) |
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For all documents listed above Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University requires a record of courses/subjects taken and grades / marks earned, examination results and certified certificates, diplomas, degrees with certified English translations.
If you have questions about requirements or exemptions, please email us at asia@erau.edu.
Students studying in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma are eligible for exemptions based on the subjects they’ve taken and the grades received. View the list of exemptions for IB Diploma holders.
Students who have taken A-Level examinations are eligible for exemptions based on the subjects they’ve taken and the grades received. View the list of exemptions for A-Level graduates.
Applicants for whom English is not the primary language must either:
- Attain a minimum score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) of 550 (paper-based) or 79-80 (Internet-based).
- Attain a minimum score on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) of 6.0.
- Earn transferable credit for a course that is the equivalent of ENGL 123 (English Composition) at an accredited postsecondary institution.
- Show evidence of attendance and graduation from a secondary school in which the language of instruction was English.
International students should visit Singapore’s Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) FAQ website for information on the issuance of a student pass/student visa. All student pass requirements will be shared with students when an admission decision is made by the university.
Official/Attested copies of documents listed above should be mailed to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Office of Enrollment Management, 75 Bukit Timah Road, #02-01 Boon Siew Building, Singapore 229833. Alternatively, students may make an appointment to bring original documents in so that an official copy can be made.
Only upon submission of the documents listed above will the University be able to process your application.
For questions regarding program cost, contact an Enrollment Advisor at +65 6933 9580 or asia@erau.edu. If you are ready to apply, begin the application process today.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University offers the Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics (BSBA) through our newly formed partnership with ERC Institute. The ERC Institute partnership provides us with the ability to host students in a full-time or part-time classroom capacity. The Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University BSBA program in Singapore is the same program offered in the United States, Europe and online, with enhancements to satisfy the unique demands of aviation management professionals in Singapore and the surrounding regions.
Full-Time (courses conducted during the day)
Students pursuing the BSBA degree program at a full-time pace will take 3 courses each term. The 120-credit hour BSBA degree is designed to be completed in 3.5 years. However, diploma and/or A-Level holders are eligible for a significant number of course exemptions and can expect to complete the degree program in as little as 2 years.
Part-Time (courses conducted during the evening)
Students pursuing the BSBA degree program at a part-time pace will take 2 courses each term. The full 120-credit hour BSBA degree is designed to be completed in 5 years. However, diploma and/or A-Level holders are eligible for a significant number of course exemptions and can expect to complete the degree program in as little as 3 years. Part-time students also have the option of accelerating completion of the degree by taking some courses entirely online.
The cost of the Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics (BSBA) degree is dependent on the number of credits a student is required to take to complete the degree requirements.
Diploma Graduates/GCE A-Level Students
Students entering the program with a diploma or GCE A-Level examination results may be eligible to receive credit exemptions. Exemptions vary, but students may receive up to 48 credit exemptions based on their diploma and GCE A-level subjects.
Current fees for the degree program can be found on our tuition page.
For more detailed information regarding program cost, please contact us at +65 6933 9580 or asia@erau.edu.
Family Grant
A grant of $2,500 is offered for each sibling of the same family simultaneously enrolled on a full-time basis. Example: Two siblings enroll at the same time, but one completes or departs the University before the other sibling, the grant is discontinued for the sibling still enrolled.
Undergraduate Students
Embry-Riddle Asia offers a range of academic merit and demonstrated need-based scholarships to new students. The scholarship amounts range from S$3,000 to S$9,000 and are spread across the duration of a student’s degree. Awards are based on a student’s academic merit (CGPA and/or A-Level examination results) and demonstrated financial need of the student and/or family. Eligible students are invited to complete a scholarship application after admission to the university. In order to keep the scholarship, a student must maintain a CGPA of 3.00. If a student’s CGPA drops below 3.00 the scholarship will be cancelled for all future terms. The scholarship is only valid for study at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – Asia and is not transferable to other locations/campuses at Embry-Riddle. The minimum eligibility requirements are:
- Post-Secondary/Diploma Grade Point Average of 3.00 or higher on a 4.00 scale, and/or
- A pass certificate at the A-Level with a minimum grade of B or higher for two subjects taken at the advanced level, and/or
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IB) total score of 32 or higher
Embry-Riddle makes admission decisions on a rolling basis, and students can apply up to one year in advance of when they plan to begin their studies. Students have the option to start in January, March, July or October.
Credit exemptions allow students to be exempted from specific course modules or requirements based on their previous academic achievements or professional experience. These exemptions acknowledge that students have already acquired the necessary knowledge or skills in a particular subject area, allowing them to focus on more advanced or specialized coursework. Credit exemptions involve a thorough evaluation of a student's transcripts, certificates or other supporting documentation. Embry-Riddle will review these materials to determine if the prior learning or professional experience aligns with the degree requirements the student is pursuing. Credit exemptions are made on a case-by-case basis.
Polytechnic Diploma Holders
Most students holding a polytechnic diploma will receive at least 30 credit exemptions; however, many are eligible for more. The average number of exemptions a polytechnic diploma holder receives at Embry-Riddle is 45 credits.
Embry-Riddle has established articulation agreements with several institutes of higher learning in Singapore and the surrounding region. Visit the Polytechnic Credit Exemptions page for an idea of how many exemptions are possible.
IB Diploma/GCE "A" Level Students
- Students studying for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma are eligible for exemptions based on their subjects and grades received. View the list of exemptions for IB Diploma holders.
- Students who have taken A-Level examinations are eligible for exemptions based on the subjects they've taken and the grades received. View the list of exemptions for A-Level graduates.
Pilots and Aircraft Engineers
Holders of a Pilot License and/or Licensed Aircraft Engineer License (A&P) are eligible for credit exemptions.
- View the list of exemptions for Pilot License holders.
- View the list of exemptions for Licensed Aircraft Engineer License holders.
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Embry-Riddle’s Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics degree prepares students to solve real-world business problems and focuses on sourcing data, database and data manipulation, statistics and computation, and output and visualization. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics does not specifically report on business analysts. However, the agency does anticipate the demand for management analysts, a similar occupation, will grow by 14 percent before 2026 with an estimated median pay of $83,610.
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Data Taming: Business Analysts Provide Solutions through Data Analysis
Embry-Riddle’s Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics degree prepares students to solve real-world business problems and focuses on sourcing data, database and data manipulation, statistics and computation, and output and visualization. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics does not specifically report on business analysts. However, the agency does anticipate the demand for management analysts, a similar occupation, will grow by 14 percent before 2026 with an estimated median pay of $83,610.
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