Master of Business Administration

Graduates of AIC’s MBA program will leave prepared to:

• Apply quantitative, analytical, and evidence-based methods to support managerial and strategic decision-making in complex organizational environments.
• Integrate knowledge across core business functions—including accounting, finance, marketing, operations, human resources, and analytics—to address multifaceted organizational challenges.
• Develop, evaluate, and defend data-driven strategic recommendations that align with organizational goals and constraints.
• Communicate analytical findings and managerial recommendations effectively through appropriate written, oral, and visual formats to diverse stakeholder audiences.
• Demonstrate ethical and professional judgment in managerial decision-making, including the responsible use and interpretation of data and analytics.

The combined MBA/MS in Data Analytics program at American International College prepares professionals to lead in analytics-enabled organizations by combining advanced business leadership preparation with deep analytical expertise. This integrated, 48-credit graduate pathway develops professionals who can translate data into strategy, lead organizational decision-making, and apply advanced analytics to complex business problems.

Modern organizations increasingly need leaders who understand both strategy and analytics. The combined MBA/MSDA degree bridges that gap by preparing graduates to lead teams, guide organizations, and make evidence-based decisions using sophisticated analytical tools and frameworks.

The curriculum for the MBA requires 10 courses, totaling 30 credits:

• ACC5300: Managerial Accounting & Cost Analytics
• FIN5210: Managerial Finance & Financial Analytics
• MKT5210: Marketing & Customer Analytics
• MGT5210: Organizational Behavior & Workforce Analytics
• MGT5230: Quantitative Analysis for Decision Making
• MGT5240: Operations & Supply Chain Analytics
• DAN5200: Fundamentals of Business Analysis
• DAN5800: Predictive Analytics
• DAN6000: Data Management and Ethical Uses
• MGT6999: Capstone

The curriculum for the combined MBA/MSDA requires 16 courses, totaling 48 credits:

• ACC5300: Managerial Accounting & Cost Analytics
• FIN5210: Managerial Finance & Financial Analytics
• MKT5210: Marketing & Customer Analytics
• MGT5210: Organizational Behavior & Workforce Analytics
• MGT5230: Quantitative Analysis for Decision Making
• MGT5240: Operations & Supply Chain Analytics
• DAN5200: Fundamentals of Business Analysis
• DAN5300: Predictive Analytics
• DAN5400: Data Management and Ethical Uses
• DAN5600: Foundations of Machine Learning Models
• DAN5700: Functional Programming Methods for Analytics
• DAN5900: Analytics for Strategic Decision Making
• DAN6000: Data Visualization and Communication
• DAN6300: Enterprise Analytics
• DAN6500: Six Sigma Concepts and Tools
• DAN6999: Capstone

Please reference the current catalog for all course descriptions.

MBA applicants will be reviewed for admission based on the strength of their ability for graduate study and the receipt of all listed documentation.

General Graduate Student Requirements

Individuals applying to graduate programs at AIC are required to submit:

• A completed and signed application
• Official sealed transcript(s) of all previous academic work, undergraduate and graduate
• Two (2) letters of recommendation
• A personal goal statement or essay
• U.S. $50 non-refundable application fee

MBA Requirements

The MBA program offers rolling admissions, accepting applications throughout the year. On top of all general graduate student requirements, a strong application shows a candidate’s readiness for AIC’s intensive, career-focused structure:

• A minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75 is required; a 3.0 or higher is preferred.
  • Individuals who do not meet this requirement may be asked to interview with the program director. Based on the outcome of the interview and all other application materials, a candidate may be granted full or conditional acceptance.
• The two letters of recommendation must be from a supervisor or academic professor. Recommendations from coaches, acquaintances, or family members are not permitted for this program.

A $500-per-credit cost places tuition for AIC’s MBA program at $15,000—significantly below many competitors’ programs. This value, coupled with access and career outcomes, places us among the most affordable MBA programs in Massachusetts, according to Research.com.

Our resources cover all associated costs and how to finance your education.

We’ve welcomed students like you for over a century while retooling our programs in response to employer demands. This adaptability results in an MBA degree that works for your professional trajectory:

• Online or hybrid: A choice of online or on-campus courses accommodates the dynamic schedules many professionals juggle. However you attend, the same faculty members will immerse you in an intensive study that boosts your fundamental understanding of business.
• Accelerated terms: Our seven-week courses are held throughout the year on a six-term schedule. Completing one course at a time earns your MBA in two years, or double up to fulfill requirements in 12 to 18 months.
• A cohort-based model: Enter in September, June, or May, attending classes with the same group for the program’s duration.
• A community of teachers and learners: Our courses foster the exchange of ideas, yielding support and practical insights from your instructors and peers.
• The full AIC experience: Throughout, appointments with academic and career advisors help you plan, step by step, your route to greater responsibility, authority, and pay.