B.S. in Business Analytics

Lead the Way With a Bachelor’s Degree in Analytics

You’ve got a mind for business and a desire to make a difference. Regent’s Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics program is designed to develop professionals who can create and analyze reports, drive strategies and decisions for data-driven businesses, and formulate solutions. Taught from current modeling techniques and software, this highly marketable bachelor’s degree in analytics can prepare you to organize and work with data in all forms.

Locations: On Campus, Online

Total Credit Hours: 120+

Next Session Start: January 13, 2025

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SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS

Learn to clearly convey technical information while presenting organizational results and recommendations.

BUILD ON A STRONG FOUNDATION

Anchor your knowledge and skill on Christian principles and values.

LEARN FROM THE BEST

Be mentored by faculty in Virginia Beach who hold the highest degrees in their field.

Explore Scholarships

Explore exciting scholarship opportunities such as academic merit scholarships, honors college scholarships, and more! Learn about the scholarships for on-campus incoming freshmen: the $10,000 Freedom Scholarships, $4,000 Homeschool Scholarships and $4,000 Private School Scholarships.

ALIGN YOURSELF WITH EXCELLENCE

Regent has been ranked among the Top National Universities by the U.S. News & World Report (2024). Our programs have also ranked as the #1 Best Online Bachelor's Programs in Virginia 12 years in a row (2013-2024). This B.S. in Business Analytics program is presented from a Christian worldview and is offered online or at our beautiful campus in Virginia Beach.

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Career Opportunities

On completing the B.S. in Business Analytics degree program, you can:

Conduct exploratory data analysis to distinguish between true and false patterns in data.
Increase customer satisfaction and revenue streams.
Use appropriate analytic tools that support organizational growth and achieve strategic objectives.

Career Opportunities

Business analytics manager
Data analytics specialist
Analytics consultant
Data mining specialist
Data visualization analyst

Project growth in business and financial occupations from 2020-2030 Bureau of Labor Statistics

Featured Courses

Featured Courses
Code	Name	Credits
ACCT 205	Introduction to Accounting	3	Provides a comprehensive presentation of financial accounting principles and practices. Emphasis is placed on the preparation of financial statements, the basic framework and contents of these reports, and the preparation process.
BUSN 180	Foundations for Business Research & Analysis	3	This foundational analytics and electronic spreadsheet course assists students in mastering data analysis, which can be applied to several applications in business. Students will gain competency and exposure to relevant analytics software tools, including Microsoft Excel. Students will utilize Excel to manipulate and visualize datasets to solve problems and apply solutions to real-life scenarios. Prerequisite: MATH 102, OR MATH 211 OR Equivalent.
BUSN 250	Business Leadership & Communication	3	Examines from a Christian perspective, foundational leadership behaviors required of leaders within organization. Students can learn leadership theories and styles of communication, and develop strategies for implementing effective oral and written leadership communications in businesses and organizations.
BUSN 280	Introduction to Business Analytics	3	The capture and analysis of data to advance business interests; concepts and processes to apply data solutions to business problems; various tools and statistical models; case studies related to data-driven business decisions. Prerequisite: BUSN 180.
BUSN 320	Financial Management	3	Explores the financial function of the commercial enterprise including topics on working capital management, procurement of resources from financial markets, and financial decision making in the firm. Prerequisite: ECON 120 or ECON 260.
BUSN 340	Business Statistics	3	Examines statistical theories, principles and concepts associated with business operations and processes. The course utilizes statistical methods and techniques to develop, implement and analyze business decisions designed to improve efficiency and productivity. Prerequisite: BUSN 180.
BUSN 370	Business Law	3	Examines the current and emerging legal principles that impact business transactions, topics include contracts, business organizations and structure, sale of goods, commercial paper, personal and real estate property, intellectual property and international business law.
BUSN 382	Fundamentals of Data Mining/Warehousing	3	Builds a foundation for understanding about data mining – exploring and modeling large amounts of data to uncover previously unknown patterns. Examines various techniques of data mining including predictive modeling, pattern recognition, prescriptive analytics, and text mining. Prerequisite: BUSN 280.
BUSN 392	Introduction to Big Data	3	Introduces the process for managing very large sets of data and extracting, merging, and preparing actionable analysis. Provides an overview of the 4Vs of Big Data – volume, variety, velocity and veracity – from which students will learn to provide a 5th v – value to their organization. Prerequisite: BUSN 280.
BUSN 420	Management Information Systems	3	Examines the process of selecting, designing, implementing and evaluating technology to meet mission critical requirements while maintaining competitive advantages, increase efficiency and minimizing costs. Prerequisite: BUSN 180.
BUSN 482	Business Analytics Capstone	3	A case-based, project-oriented approach to data-driven decision making based on company’s mission and strategic objectives. Integration and synthesis of knowledge and principles learned. Prerequisites: BUSN 382 and BUSN 392.
ISYS 204	Introduction to Information Systems	3	Computer systems, networks, databases, intellectual property, computer security, artificial intelligence, legal and ethical considerations, codes of conduct, privacy, computer crimes, and the future of computing and the Internet and their relationship to the business world.
ISYS 214	Introduction to Programming	4	Introduces programming fundamentals. Use of algorithms and computer logic to translate data into information through structured design, coding, testing, and program debugging, writing programs in high-level, object-oriented language.
ISYS 317	Database Fundamentals	3	Introduction to relational database management systems through the study of the tools and techniques of database analysis and design. Attention to data modeling, designing relational databases, normalization, and relationships, using modern database applications to create tables, queries, forms and reports. Prerequisite: ISYS 214.
ISYS 406	Systems Analysis & Design	3	Investigation of the techniques of system analysis and design, with attention to the concepts, skills, methodologies, and tools essential for systems analysts to develop information systems successfully. Prerequisite or co-requisite: ISYS 317.
ISYS 438	Project Management & Practice	3	Capstone course in which advanced IST students, operating as a high-performance team, engage in and complete the design and implementation of a significant information system. Project management, management of the IS function, and systems integration are components of the project experience. Prerequisites or co-requisites: Senior status and ISYS 406.
MATH 220	Discrete Mathematics	3	Discrete structures including sets, relations, functions, matrices, graphs and trees. Symbolic logic, mathematical induction, and introduction to proofs. Probability, combinations, permutations. Introduction to linear programming. Prerequisite: MATH 102, MATH 164, or MATH 211.

Admissions Requirements

Step 1: Apply to Regent University

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Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.

Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial Transcripts

Submit your unofficial high school or college transcripts to regent.edu/items.

Upon submitting your application, you will receive an email requesting authorization for Regent University to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution. International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES, AACRAO or NAFSA approved agency.

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To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Please submit a scanned copy or photograph of it to regent.edu/items.

Step 4: Submit Your FAFSA

Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov Regent's school code is 030913.

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Tuition & Fees

2024-25 Tuition Rates

On Campus

Degree	Tuition Block Rate Per Semester	Credit Hours Per Semester	Tuition Rate Per Year
Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters)	$9,975	12 - 18	$19,950

Degree	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Average Credit Hours Per Semester	Average Tuition Per Semester
Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters)	$665	Under 12	$7,980
Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters)	$665	Over 18	$11,970
Students taking on-campus classes (summer semester)	$665	N/A	$1,995+

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)

$850 (Fall & Spring)
$700 (Summer)

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Online

Degree	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Average Credit Hours Per Semester	Average Tuition Per Semester
Part-Time Students (3-11 Credit Hours Per Semester)	$450	6	$2,700
Full-Time Students (12+ Credit Hours Per Semester)	$395	12	$4,740

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (Online Students)

$700

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2023-24 Tuition Rates

On Campus

Degree	Tuition Block Rate Per Semester	Credit Hours Per Semester	Tuition Rate Per Year
Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters)	$9,493	12 - 18	$18,986

Degree	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Average Credit Hours Per Semester	Average Tuition Per Semester
Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters)	$630	Under 12	$7,560
Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters)	$630	Over 18	$11,340
Students taking on-campus classes (summer semester)	$630	N/A	$1,890+

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)

$850 (Fall & Spring)
$700 (Summer)

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Online

Degree	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Average Credit Hours Per Semester	Average Tuition Per Semester
Part-Time Students (3-11 Credit Hours Per Semester)	$450	6	$2,700
Full-Time Students (12+ Credit Hours Per Semester)	$395	12	$4,740

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (Online Students)

$700

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FAQ

What is a bachelor’s degree in analytics?

What is a business analytics degree? An analytics degree can train you to use industry-standard tools and software. Business analytics involves using data from analyses to identify trends, patterns and issues within organizations and industries.

A bachelor’s degree in business analytics is a four-year program that can prepare you to understand the most critical data for business strategy.

What can you do with a bachelor’s in analytics?

An analytical business degree can prepare you to pursue a career in data mining, market research, statistical analysis and business intelligence. Learn more about business analysts and the components of business analytics.

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