Business Analytics Specialization

Turn Data into Decisions.

The Business Analytics specialization prepares students to analyze complex data, uncover trends, and communicate insights that drive real-world business strategy. Students gain hands-on experience in predictive analytics, data visualization, and decision modeling—skills that are in high demand across industries.

Apply

Request Info

Visit

Program Highlights

In this program, you’ll learn how to analyze, interpret, and communicate data in ways that drive real decisions. Through hands-on projects and real-world applications, you’ll build the technical and analytical skills needed to solve business challenges and deliver insights that matter across industries and career paths.

Learn practical, in-demand skills you can use right away
Work with real data and real-world business problems
Build strong communication skills to present insights clearly
Prepare for a wide range of careers across industries
Graduate ready to support data-driven decision-making

Students in the program develop skills in:

Data visualization and storytelling
Predictive analytics and forecasting
Database management
Decision modeling
Business intelligence tools
Critical thinking and problem solving

AACSB Accreditation

The Black Hills State University College of Business programs are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), which is recognized worldwide for its quality. Graduates from AACSB accredited programs tend to earn higher salaries, work in more prestigious fields and positions, and are more satisfied with their career and educational choices. Only about 6% of colleges and universities that offer business programs have earned this accreditation, and our faculty work hard through their research, teaching, and service projects to maintain this high standard.

Careers & Outcomes

Graduates of the Business Analytics specialization are prepared for careers in:

Business Intelligence
Data Analytics
Operations Analysis
Market Research
Consulting

Business analytics skills are needed in nearly every industry, including:

Finance
Healthcare
Retail
Government
Technology

Curriculum

Business Administration: Business Analytics Specialization — Bachelor of Science Curriculum (120-Credit Program)

Prefix	Number	Course Title	Credit Hours	New
Core Courses
ACCT	210	Principles of Accounting	3	No
ACCT	211	Principles of Accounting II	3	No
BADM	220	Business Statistics	3	No
BADM	310	Business Finance	3	No
BADM	320	Quantitative Decision Analysis	3	No
BADM	321	Business Statistics II	3	No
BADM	344	Managerial Communications	3	No
BADM	350	Legal Environment of Business	3	No
BADM	369	Organizational Behavior & Theory	3	No
BADM	370	Marketing	3	No
BADM	425	Production / Operations Management	3	No
BADM	459	Analytics	3	No
BADM	482	Business Policy and Strategy	3	No
ECON	201	Principles of Microeconomics	3	No
ECON	202	Principles of Macroeconomics	3	No
MIS	205	Advanced Computer Applications	3	No
MIS	325	Management Information Systems	3	No
Specialization — Required Courses
BADM	429	Predictive Analytics for Business	3	Yes
BADM	456	Data Visualization	3	Yes
MIS	150	Computer Science I	3	No
MIS	484	Database Management	3	Yes
Specialization — Choose Two of the Following
ACCT	360	Accounting Systems	3	No
BADM	412	Security Analysis	3	No
BADM	476	Marketing Research	3	No
ECON	370	Econometric Computing and Analysis	3	Yes
Total hours required for completion of specialization			18
Total hours required for completion of major			51
Total hours required for completion of degree			120

* Remaining credits toward the 120-hour degree requirement are fulfilled through general education and elective coursework.

Afforable Education, Exceptional Opportunities

Discover how you can achieve your dreams without breaking the bank. Learn about our competitive tuition rates, scholarships, and financial aid options designed just for you. Your future starts here at BHSU!

Tuition & Fees Scholarships & Financial Aid

The Black Hills State University College of Business is adding two new specializations to their Business Administration degree, Agribusiness/Ranch Management and Finance, to be offered starting this fall.

BHSU Business Programs Reaccredited by AACSB

Black Hills State University (BHSU) has once again earned accreditation for its business degree programs from AACSB International, a distinction held by fewer than six percent of business schools worldwide.

Fuel the Growth Announces Dates for Fifth Year at BHSU-Rapid City

The economic development course “Fuel the Growth – 2025: Advancing Economic Development in Communities” is back at Black Hills State University-Rapid City for its fifth year, scheduled to take place October 6-9.

More News

Meet Our Faculty