Masters
Part-Time or Full-Time
Fall, Spring
Blended
About the MBA/MSISA Dual Degree at Loyola
Combine an MBA with a MS in Information Systems and Analytics (MSISA) and acquire the breadth and depth of knowledge required of information systems and business data analytics professionals. This degree program addresses the growing demand for professionals who not only possess analytic skills, but also need to demonstrate an expert understanding of data's implications for an organization, its customers, and the industry.
Students completing the dual degree will earn an MBA with a specialization in information systems and a master’s in information systems degree.
Learn More About Each Individual Degree
Masters | Part-Time or Full-Time | On-Campus | Fall, Spring
This program prepares you to be a data- and insights-driven business leader with the ability to think critically and communicate effectively, supported by a strong set of values to drive your business decisions and career. Designed for early-career professionals looking to advance in their careers, it builds on the academic rigor Quinlan is known for. What you'll learn prepares you not only for your next promotion, but for a lifetime of career success.
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This program offers a unique blend of courses with a strong focus on theoretical and practical knowledge combined with hands-on experience in information systems and data analytics. Our cutting edge curriculum emphasizes important skills and tools in the information systems and analytics space such as SQL, Python, R, Tableau, database and data warehouse modeling, data mining, data visualization, and data storytelling.
Apply NowRequest InfoMBA/MSISA Career Connections
Because Loyola is a member of the Jesuit network of 27 colleges and universities nationwide, our graduates can receive career services at Quinlan's Business Career Services, as well as at career centers at U.S. Jesuit colleges and universities.
Job Outlook
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Outlook Handbook is a good place to start exploring the job outlook and pay potential for specific careers and fields that interest you.
Learn About Information Systems CareersCurriculum and Program Outcomes
While courses for the Business/Information Systems and Analytics MBA/MS program may vary from quarter to quarter, Loyola’s extensive Academic Catalog will always house the official listing of courses, programs of study, academic policies, degree requirements, and specialization or concentration options.
Additionally, this resource will provide Business/Information Systems and Analytics MBA/MS learning outcomes, showcasing the commitment to specific skills and growth graduates can expect to achieve following completion of the program.
2023-2024 Catalog
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Loyola University Chicago is committed to making your graduate and professional studies a reality. Our Cost & Financial Aid page can help better inform you about the costs and potential funding opportunities through scholarships, loans, and aid for graduate and professional education.
If you are a current Loyola undergraduate or recent alum, you may be eligible for a Returning Rambler discount. Learn more and see if you qualify on our Returning Rambler Scholarship page.
Tuition and Costs
The Business/Information Systems and Analytics MBA/MS is a dual degree program that awards separate degrees for each program completed. Therefore, cost will equal the summation of each individual degree program's tuition times the number of credit hours taken in that program. Some dual degrees may have shared credits that adjust the total cost of the program. Please view the following pages for more information on each individual program's tuition, and contact the Office of the Bursar with any questions.
MBA: Next GenerationInformation Systems and Analytics MSFor more detailed information about tuition and fees, and a breakdown of how these costs are calculated on a yearly basis, please visit Tuition and Fees from the Office of the Bursar.
Quinlan School of Business Scholarships
Dean’s Merit Scholarship
The Quinlan School of Business automatically considers each student admitted into Quinlan’s Next Generation MBA and MS programs for a Dean's Merit Scholarship. Eligibility is determined through a holistic review at the time of admission.
Graduate Business Student Scholarship
The Graduate Programs Office at Loyola University Chicago awards scholarships to Quinlan graduate students who demonstrate proven academic success and financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Please visit the Scholarships page on the Quinlan School of Business website for more detailed information about scholarships.
Application Process
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Business/Information Systems and Analytics MBA/MS are listed below. We encourage you to apply early as decisions may take longer during busy periods.
Fall: July 15
Spring: January 15
Summer: April 1
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Business/Information Systems and Analytics MBA/MS include:
Resume/CV
International Student Requirements
Additional information regarding the application process for international students can be found on the International Student Requirements page.
Additional Details
For general information and a step-by-step guide to applying for graduate and professional study, please visit our Admission Process page.
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