MBA - Concentration in Operations Analytics
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Concentration in Operations Analytics
Attend Full-Time or Part-Time, Fully Online or Hybrid
A 36-credit or 48-credit degree program
The College of Business offers a general MBA degree, with the option to concentrate in Operations Analytics. Students can attend fully online or in a hybrid format.
The MBA degree prepares students, who may or may not have a background in business, for careers in strategic management of businesses, health care organizations, government agencies, and non-profit enterprises. The degree will equip students with the theories, methods and systems needed for the strategic analysis, development, execution and measurement of various enterprises. It will also include broad skills and knowledge in business, accounting, finance, marketing, operations, management, and leadership.
The Operations Analytics concentration introduces students to various aspects of general management across various types of organizations, and is designed to accommodate student's demand for education relevant for securing jobs in managing business operations.
Applicants with a previous bachelors in business management or business administration qualify for the 36 credit program.
Application deadlines
SUMMER 2025 (Domestic): March 15, 2025 | FALL 2025 (Domestic): July 15, 2025 | FALL 2025 (International): July 1, 2025
MBA in Finance At-a-Glance
- 36-48 credits
- Attend full- or part-time
- Choose a fully online or hybrid program
- Classes offered in Fall and Spring semesters as well as 3-week Winter term and two 6-week summer sessions
- Time to completion for full time students is typically 12-18 months
- Applicants with an undergraduate degree in business management may qualify for a 36-credit track program
- No work experience is required
- GMAT optional
36-Credit MBA Program
Students who have earned a Bachelor’s Degree in business are eligible to apply for a 36 credit track. Students will take 12 three-credit courses, which includes six required core courses and six elective courses. Five of the six elective courses must be taken in the respective degree subject area or from one of the concentrations.
*Students will not take the following core courses: MBA 502, 504, 505, 589, or 592.
48-Credit MBA Program
Students who have earned a Bachelor’s Degree in a non-business disipline are eligible to apply for the 48 credit program. The curriculum includes 16 three-credit courses which includes eleven required core classes and five electives, which must be in the area of your degree program or from one of the areas of concentration.
CURRICULUM - Operations Analytics concentration
Admitted students will take 36 to 48 credits.
Required Courses - All 3 Credits
* Students in the 48-credit track program must take these core classes.
- MBA 502: Finance*
- MBA 503: Data Analysis and Decision Making
- MBA 504: Financial Accounting*
- MBA 505: Marketing*
- MBA 592: Organizational Behavior*
- MBA 506: Leadership, Team Effectiveness and Communications
- MBA 507: Ethics in Management
- MBA 511: Technological Innovations or BUS 510: Biotechnology Enterprises 1: Finance & Operations
- MBA 543: Business Analytics
- MBA 589: Operations Management*
- MBA 512: Business Planning and Strategic Management (Capstone)
Electives - All 3 Credits
- MBA 509: Continuous Quality Improvement
- MBA 517: Information Systems for Managers
- MBA 522: Business Project/ MBA 599: Internship
- MBA 540: Data Mining
- MBA 544: Supply Chain Management and Analytics
- MBA 574: Project Management
- MBA 587: Decision Support Systems
- MBA 588: Database Management
- MBA 595: Independent Research (requires instructor permission)
- BDA 508: Advanced Analytics
- BDA 510: Advanced Data Analysis and Decision Making
- BDA 513: Decision Analysis Under Uncertainty
- MKT 569: Digital Marketing
“The versatile skills and strong understanding of business principles I acquired from the program have enhanced my overall marketability and established my credibility within my organization. This has allowed me to transition into various roles, take on greater responsibilities, and excel in projects requiring complex analysis and research. Moreover, the program experience diversified my perspective, positioning me as a strategic thinker ready to drive initiatives, increase efficiencies, and help my teams remain agile and flourish in a dynamic environment.”
Nicole Hurowitz, MBA '22
OPTIMIZE BUSINESS PERFORMANCE THROUGH OPERATIONS ANALYTICS
Advance your career with the MBA - Concentration in Operations Analytics from the Stony Brook University College of Business. This program equips you with broad business knowledge alongside specialized skills in managing and analyzing operations across industries. Learn to apply data-driven strategies that enhance efficiency, streamline processes, and support informed decision-making in diverse organizational settings.
Whether you come from a business or non-business background, this concentration prepares you to lead operations in healthcare, government, non-profits, and commercial enterprises.
Operational Management
Master the fundamentals of managing business operations effectively
Data-Driven Insights
Leverage analytics to improve process performance and outcomes
Cross-Industry Applications
Apply operational strategies across various business sectors
Tuition & Fees
Visit the Student Financial Services website for details on tuition rates and fees for New York State residents and non-residents, both for full-time and per credit rates. Tuition and fee billing rates are subject to change.
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Admissions Criteria
Visit the College of Business Graduate Admissions page to learn about criterial required for admissions consideration to the MBA - Concentration in Operations Analytics program.
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Have More Questions?
We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions for applicants. If you need academic guidance and assistance with the application process, reach out to our Office of Student Services (OSS). For questions about which graduate program is the best for you, please contact us to schedule a meetingwith our graduate admissions and advising team.
