MSBA Career Outcomes
The Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) at Gies College of Business prepares you to launch a purposeful, data-driven career. With personal guidance from our Office of Career and Professional Development, you’ll graduate ready to turn data into decisions and make an impact in any industry. Gies MSBA graduates achieve outstanding career outcomes within six months of graduation.
See where a Gies MSBA can take you
Explore real salary trends, hiring outcomes, and top employers for recent Gies on-campus graduate learners. Our Career Outcomes Report gives you a clear picture of the opportunities our alumni pursue—and what’s possible for you next.
Connect with top companies
Gies MSBA graduates are in demand across industries—from consulting and technology to finance and marketing. Our alumni have accepted positions at top organizations across the US and beyond.
Featured Employers of MSBA Graduates
- Amazon
- Caterpillar
- PwC
- TikTok
- State Farm
To view more employers, please download the career outcomes report.
Common Job Titles for MSBA Graduates
- Analyst
- Consultant
- Data engineer
- Investment quantitative developer
- Marketing analyst
To view more positions, please download the career outcomes report.
Build the skills that set you apart
From your first semester, you’ll work with a dedicated career team committed to your success. Through personalized coaching and professional development programs, you’ll learn how to tell your story and stand out in the job market. Career support includes:
- Résumé, LinkedIn profile, and cover letter reviews
- Mock and case interview practice
- One-on-one career advising
- Career fair preparation and networking guidance
- Company information sessions
- Virtual alumni conversations
Career development every step of the way
At Gies, your professional growth begins before you arrive on campus and continues long after graduation. Through the Gies Professional Pathway Foundations Certificate Program, you’ll explore your strengths, goals, and career interests before your first semester.
Once you’re in the program, the Office of Career and Professional Development helps you connect what you learn in class to real-world outcomes.
Alumni success stories
Hear from MSBA graduates who are using their analytics expertise to create real impact.
"Being part of the MSBA program at Gies was a transformative experience that equipped me with the analytical skills and strategic mindset essential for my current role. The hands-on projects, industry-relevant curriculum, and collaborative environment prepared me to navigate the complexities of the business analytics field. Gies truly laid the foundation for my successful career journey in the US."
Manoj Gudala, MSBA ’22
Global Lead IT Business Analyst at Kellanova
“The Gies MSBA program does more than just teach you machine learning syntax. It truly teaches you how to turn that knowledge into a business strategy. The curriculum provides a powerful toolkit in predictive analytics and data storytelling, and constantly challenges you to apply it. This all came together in the business practicum, where we built machine learning models to solve a complex, real-world problem for a company. That strategic, hands-on experience is exactly what I use today as a Business Process Associate Consultant at SAP, prepared to make a real impact from day one.”
Vyshnavi Gokavarapu, MSBA ’24
Business Process Associate Consultant at SAP
“The MSBA program at Gies was one of the most exciting chapters of my journey. With a background in marketing analytics and consulting, I thought I knew data—but this program raised the bar. From collaborating with a brilliant cohort to professors who encouraged going beyond the syllabus, every day was an opportunity to explore. The Career and Professional Development team felt like personal career coaches, and sessions with guest speakers were like mini TED Talks. Whether through projects or hallway debates over Python vs. R, Gies made learning hands-on and your voice always mattered.”
Robin Luke, MSBA ’25
Manager, Marketing Insights & Analytics at The Home Depot