Undergraduate Program
Business Analytics Major
Business analytics has become a sought-after skill set given the rapid digitization of the business environment we live and work in today.
The Whitman School's business analytics program allows students to become well-versed in all facets and business applications of data and analytics. Our strategically designed curriculum arms students with the skills needed to collate and manage data from disparate sources, draw insights from data, and effectively communicate these insights to inform business decisions across a wide range of contexts.
Other business majors are encouraged to consider pursuing business analytics as a double major to build analytic skills that can prepare them to lead in a data-driven future.
Undergraduate
Programs
At A Glance
Notable Hiring Companies
Bloomberg
PwC
Bank of America
Credit Suisse
Internship Positions
Merchant Analyst InternMarketing Business Leadership Program
Full-time Positions
Financial Analytics RepresentativeData Scientist
Marketing Data Analyst
Business Analyst
$81,167
mean base salary
$65,000-100,000
base salary range
#36
Undergraduate Program,
Poets & Quants 2024
Real World Readiness
Companies want graduates with quantitative analysis backgrounds who can not only harvest and analyze data but also develop business strategies based on their findings. Foundational knowledge in data management and analytics for business will arm you with the skills needed to collate and manage data from disparate sources. You can pursue specializations in financial analytics and marketing analytics, as well as other related areas, learning to draw insights from data and effectively communicate them to inform business decisions across a wide range of contexts, from improving the efficiency of operations to fine-tuning customer experiences.
Clubs and
Connections
Students can meet and network with students and professionals who share their business and entrepreneurial interest. With approximately 17 student clubs and organizations, ranging from the Whitman Women at Whitman to the Real Estate Club, Whitman students are provided a chance to learn from professionals and demonstrate field leadership capabilities.
Experiential Learning
The Whitman School aims to inspire and prepare students for an ever-changing business world. Each semester dedicated staff and faculty work closely with alumni, donors and industry partners to create and facilitate experiential programming that bridges the gap between classroom learning and practical application — all while expanding job placement opportunities and helping students build meaningful connections