Study Business Analytics, Finance & Analytics and Information Systems from Santa Clara University
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Disclaimer: The conversation transpired in June 2020
In conversation with Ms.Susan Macias Gutierrez- Assistant Director - MS Admissions, Santa Clara University discussed ‘Why to consider 3 STEM-designated programs, Business Analytics, Finance and Analytics, and Information Systems from Santa Clara University, USA?’ Susan also discussed university ranking and accreditation, eligibility criteria, program structure, Scholarships and admission process, and job opportunities post-program completion. Students get 12 months of OPT, and an extension of 24 months after pursuing a STEM-designated course. Earlier, we discussed MS Programs at Santa Clara University.
Q. Any useful information about the admissions/deadlines for international students for MS?
A. The university has extended its deadline until July 10. Due to COVID-19, all of the university’s MS classes will be delivered online. Therefore, getting an F1 visa is not necessary
Q. What are the entry requirements for Business - Analytics & Finance - Analytics for working professionals in terms of age limit, academics gap & grades in the last qualification studied?
A. The university has not set any cutoffs for MS programs, however, there are some average score requirements that candidates can consider while applying for MS courses.
For MSBA
| Average Age |
28 |
| Average GPA |
3.48 |
| Average GMAT |
668 |
| Average GRE |
315 |
| Average Months Employed |
30 |
MSBA: For our fall 2018 graduating class 79% of students were employed by 6 months after graduation. Students went on to work for companies such as Cisco, EY, Facebook, Apple, Google, Agilent Technologies, Linkedin, Samsung Research America, Roku, and many more. Some of our students’ titles include Data Analyst, Business Analyst, Data Architect, and Machine Learning Engineer.
For MSF
| Average Age |
27 |
| Average GPA |
3.18 |
| Average GMAT |
603 |
| Average GRE |
309 |
| Average Months Employed |
40 |
MSF (MSFA): 72% of the fall 2018 MSF graduating class were fully employed after 6 months of completing their graduation. Some of the companies where our MSF students are employed include Marvell Semiconductor, Marvell Technology, eHealth Inc. Validus Capital, Western Digital, Tawkify, and Cypress. Often students pursue titles such as Financial Analyst or FP&A positions.
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For MSIS
| Average Age |
25 |
| Average GPA |
3.30 |
| Average GMAT |
648 |
| Average GRE |
315 |
| Average TOEFL |
102 |
| Average Months Employed |
30 |
Q. How many units are there in different MS programs?
A. MSIS requires 48 units, MSBA requires 48 and MSFA requires 36.
Q. Can applicants get a GRE waiver for fall 2021?
A. If a candidate's GMAT/GRE/TOEFL exam was canceled then he/she can apply for a GMAT/GRE waiver. For more details, please refer to the link, https://slate.scu.edu/register/GMATGREwaiver
Q. If a candidate's TOEFL exam was canceled, what can he do?
A. If a candidate's GRE or GMAT verbal score is greater than the 50th percentile, or if the candidate has a bachelor’s or master’s degree from the US, your TOEFL is waived.
Santa Clara University is now accepting the English Proficiency exam, Duolingo English Test provided via Duolingo. When searching for Santa Clara University, please remember to select ‘Graduate’ from the drop-down menu when submitting your score. Our equivalent Duolingo score is 120.
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Q. Can students join the course right after their bachelor's?
A. Candidates can join the MS course right after completing their bachelor’s degree.
Q. Do you provide financial support?
A. The university offers only merit-based scholarships and the decision to award them is based on an applicant’s academic preparation and performance, the strength of recommendations, test scores, work experience, and the applicant's personal essay response. Awards are usually made soon after an applicant is admitted.
Q. Right course for pursuing Project Management?
A. Those who want to pursue Project Management can apply for the Information Systems degree.
Q. What is the minimum percentage of UG degree is required? Is a 3-year Bachelor's degree accepted for Business and management master's courses?
A. A GPA of 3.3 or above is helpful in getting admission, however, the university follows a comprehensive review so candidates need to have other strengths that the admission committee considers in the review process.
For some schools in India, a 3-year degree is not equivalent to the US Bachelor's degree. You should work with WES.org to determine whether your degree is valid for pursuing a business and management master’s degree or not. They have a free tool where you can find this out.
Q. How candidates can evaluate their profile?
A. Candidates can check their profile through WES Impact Form which helps the university to determine what documents candidates have for evaluation. If candidates enroll, they need to submit their WES by September 1st in order to move ahead with their application.
Q. Can prospective students get application fee waivers?
A. If you have started an application and have a Business CAS application number for Fall 2020, you may write to the university at gradbusiness@scu.edu and then the university will give you a waiver.
Q. In case a student will not be able to get a student visa and has already enrolled for fall 2020, will the fee submitted by the student be refunded by the university?
A. If you are admitted and have paid the deposit, and are unable to enter the US due to visa issues, in that case, the university will refund your deposit.
Q. Please give details about the application deadline for Business Analytics, Finance & Analytics, and Information Systems.
A. The application deadlines for Business Analytics, Finance & Analytics, and Information Systems are June 1st, 2020 but the university is accepting applications even after June 1st on a space-available basis. The university will also continue to issue scholarships until they exhaust its funds.
Q. If the candidate enrolls for an evening program, is it any different from the morning one?
A. All morning and day classes at the School of Business are reserved for Undergraduate courses. Classes for graduate courses are conducted in the late afternoon and evening. It is still full-time instruction.
Q. What are the job prospects post-completion of the Master's program?
A. Candidates can check the placement data at https://www.scu.edu/business/graduates/career-management/profiles
Q. Can anyone apply for MS in Business Analyst with just a bachelor’s degree and without any work experience?
A. Candidates may apply for MS in Business Analyst without work experience, though 1 year of work is preferred.
Q. What are the requirements to Apply for MS?
A. A complete application consists of essays, a resume, official transcripts or WES evaluations (international students only), GMAT or GRE score, TOEFL score (international students only), and at least 2 letters of recommendation.
Q. Any words on campus safety and security
A. SCU is committed to keeping our campus healthy and informed of significant new developments. The university is working with the local Santa Clara County Public Health Department (SCCPHD) and will share any new development as it arises. Due to the pandemic, all Fall 2020 courses will be administered online. Candidates can learn about the latest updates at https://www.scu.edu/covid-19/
Q. When students should apply for a visa?
A. you may apply for the F1 visa once you receive admission to any program.
Q. Please share details about MSBA from Santa Clara?
MS in Business Analytics is a STEM-designated degree program. The 16-month program is offered full-time and flexible part-time options.
Schedule: Evening and Saturday classes
Course delivery: Cohort style with elective options
Total units: 48 @ $1,265/unit (2019 - 2020)
Core classes: Business core in Marketing, Finance, Economics and Math Programming core in Python and R Technology core in Database Management and Machine Learning
Elective classes:
- Visualization
- Big Data Modeling
- Financial Analytics
- FinTech
- Deep Learning
All full-time students are required to participate in an industry practicum/capstone.
Q. Please share details about MSFA STEM from Santa Clara?
Program duration: MS in Finance and Analytics is a 16-month full-time and flexible part-time program
Schedule: Evening and Saturday classes
Course delivery: Cohort style with elective options
Total units: 36 @ $1,265/unit (2019 - 2020)
Core classes: Corporate Finance and Financial Analysis, Math for Finance and Analytics with R
Database Management System, Econometrics, Investments, and Data Analytics with Python
Elective classes:
- Business valuation
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Real estate finance and investments
- Behavioral corporate finance and risk management
- Financial engineering
- Machine learning
- Intro to FinTech
- Data visualization
- Big Data Modeling and Analytics among others
Q. Please share some details about MSIS - STEM from Santa Clara?
A. MS in Information Systems is a STEM-designated degree program
Program duration: Full-time and flexible part-time program
Schedule: Evening and Saturday classes
Course delivery: Cohort style with elective options
Total units: 48 @ $1,150/unit (2019 - 2020)
Core classes: Object-Oriented Programming, Database Management, Systems Analysis & Design
Elective classes:
- Visualization
- R Programming
- Python
- Big Data Analysis
- Internet of Things
- Mobile Payment
- Deep Learning
All full-time students are required to participate in an industry practicum/capstone
Q. How many years of work experience are required for the Evening MBA program? What is the minimum GPA required for a bachelor's to pursue an MBA or post-graduation in Economics?
A. For the evening MBA program, the average work experience is 8 years; however, a candidate must have 3 or more years of work experience to apply for the program. There is no minimum GPA for getting into MBA or post-graduation in Economics, however, the average GPA is 3.3.
Q. Placement scenario for MBA graduates.
A. Santa Clara University is in the heart of Silicon Valley. The university is located about 50 miles south of San Francisco and home to about 6000 tech companies some of them being Facebook, LinkedIn, Apple, Google, Cisco, Netflix, and the like. Silicon Valley allows students to explore the elements of business success in exciting areas like technology, and business analytics, all while leveraging their own ingenuity. The university also finds inspiration in Silicon Valley’s entrepreneurial spirit, blending the intersection of business and education, to transform people, ideas, and organizations allowing students to apply what they are learning in real-time.
Q. MS or MBA, which course offers more job opportunities?
A. Those who are interested in the blend of business and technology should consider applying to The Leavey School of Business to find inspiration in Silicon Valley’s entrepreneurial spirit, blending the intersection of business and education, to transform people, ideas, and organizations allowing students to apply what they are learning in real-time. Both the MBA and the MS programs have great job outcomes. The university’s aim is to prepare you to enter the job market. The university has advisory boards that help them design curriculum. Most of the members of the boards are C-suite level executives in Silicon Valley and they are instrumental in letting the university know the skills need to work in Silicon Valley. Also, the biggest difference between a Business and Engineering program is that we incorporate all the things you need to know about the strategies of a business. An engineering degree is more technical, but will not help prepare you for business leadership.
Q. What about deadlines for MS in fall 2021?
A. The deadline for Fall 2021 is May 1, 2021.
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