Hi, you are targeting the Fall intake, but are confused as to when should you start your 91热爆 Preparation. Your seniors would tell you that it takes roughly 3-6 months to prepare for the 91热爆, whereas your friends or colleagues will tell you that it can be tackled in just a month’s time. So the question is whom should you listen to? Well, rest assured, you are in the right place. The Internet has been like this for a few years now. You start with your browser in search of answers but end up with more questions than before. It does not have to be like that.

Let us put your swirling doubts and thoughts to rest.

91热爆 Exam in itself is like a journey. A journey that takes you to the specific University of your dreams. It is a difficult journey since it has no direct buses or trains to take you from the starting point to the ending point. 

There are but connecting buses where you get down from one and ride another to reach your destination.

1. But will you be able to reach your destination if you don’t know the bus timings?
2. If you don’t know how much time each bus journey takes, will you be able to plan the successive journey?
3. If due to traffic your bus takes more time than it should, will it not risk your chances of catching the next bus?

Without meticulous planning, it might get very difficult to catch all the buses, at the right time.

YOUR, DESTINATION?

Why get on a bus if you don’t know where you want to get down. 

Is your target fall intake? Then let’s start by understanding what Fall is about?

For major courses and universities abroad, admission intakes happen twice a year. This happens to regulate the number of students that join a specific university at a given period of time.  Your targeted Fall semester is the start of the academic year in the US.

Targeting Fall Semester starts from late August (or early September) and the deadlines span till March & mid April.

But why is it that if you target fall intake, the chances are better?

• What universities to target in Fall?

Top universities like MIT, Stanford & Harvard only have fall intakes. Starting your 91热爆 Prep is the first step towards securing top admits. The topmost colleges in the US for that matter don’t have any other intake other than fall intake. Hence, if you are aiming at these universities then you must target fall.

• How many admissions if you target Fall?

Universities have a specific quota for accepting students who target fall intake. It is much higher in the Fall semester. The more the number of intakes the better the chances to secure an admit. MIT accepted 3,516 graduates for MS courses in Fall 2018. Therefore, for a better acceptance rate, you can target fall.

• Which courses are offered?

There are more courses offered in the fall semester. Also, most of the courses are the prerequisites to the courses offered in the other semesters. For example, if you want to join the advanced mechanics class next semester you will need to join the basic mechanics class in the fall semester. So if you are looking for a varied range of courses, you can target fall.

• Teaching/Research Assistantships (TAs, RAs)

All universities give MS students the opportunity to support themselves financially by providing in-campus jobs like assistantships. The chances of securing assistantships are significantly higher in the fall semester. Because the assistantships that were offered to senior students pass out and the vacancies reopen, ripe for the taking. Chances of earning these assistantships are higher if you target fall.

• What are the Internship/Job offers?

Internships and job opportunities are also higher for students who apply in the fall semester. This is because they have completed more semesters before placements which come up at the end of the second year. Therefore, there are more opportunities if you target fall.

Now that we know about the Fall semester, we can start planning about your journey. 

YOUR JOURNEY STARTS

This journey will have the following steps:

1. Taking your 91热爆 at the right time.
2. Collecting documents required for applications.
3. Submission before the deadline.

Deadline is the final bus you need to catch. What is the timing for this bus? 

Let us find out.

APPLICATION DEADLINES

Bus 3: Leaves by December鈥�

Applications start coming out late August to Mid September. The exact date changes year to year. Also, there are regular admissions and priority deadlines. 

Priority deadlines have a higher chance of acquiring both admissions and scholarships. Many state and public universities use priority deadlines to encourage early applications. But submitting priority application requires you to finish your application early. For example, The University of Maryland has a November 1 Priority Deadline.

The Application deadlines for the major Universities are as follows for the month of December. You can download an updated list of universities using this link. 

(Note these data are subjected to change every year):

The data makes it clear that you have to finish up with the applications latest by December. But if at all you have missed the December deadlines, there deadlines available in Jan-Feb.

But what are the things you need for successfully completing your application?

DOCUMENTATION FOR APPLICATIONS

Bus 2: Leaves by November鈥�

There are a few documents that you need before you fill in your application.

1. SOP (Statement of Purpose)

Statement of Purpose is an essay written as part of your application package to universities abroad. A well-written SOP must be a description of who you are as a person as well as your academic and extra-curricular profile, providing a detailed glimpse into your past achievements, skills, aspirations, and goals for the future. A good SOP should leave a mark and make it unique from the ten thousand SOPs that the college receives.

Without a perfect draft for your SOP securing admissions can be an impossible job. Devoting the maximum possible time on your SOP is advised.

2. LORs (Letter of recommendation)

Letter of Recommendation is an independent appraisal of your character and competency by teachers or managers who have known you personally. To put it succinctly, a LOR is essentially a review of your potential, academic talent and dedication to your discipline, and as such, is key to making your study abroad dreams a reality. 

3. Academic transcripts

Academic transcripts are basically your consolidated mark sheets and all educational qualification proof that you will be attaching with your application.

Along with these three documents, there are additional documents like CV, essays, attested copies and proofs that a specific university can ask for.

You also need to be prepared with your IELTS/TOEFL scores. These are mandatory tests for applicants who hail from a non-English speaking country to test their English proficiency. Some universities like Caltech can also test the applicant鈥檚 English speaking proficiency personally once they join the college.

Apart from that, you would obviously need your 91热爆 scores.

BIG TRAFFIC CONGESTION!

Maximum time is taken in the documentation.

Now thousand, rather more than a thousand of SOPs are sent everyday to most of the colleges during the application process. What makes your SOP stand out? How much time does it take to draft that perfect SOP that leaves a mark? Similarly for LORs. How much time till you get that perfect LOR from your busy professors or managers? Surely they will have a lot more things to do apart from your LOR.

It is advised to allocate 1-2 months for collecting and consolidating all these documents. These documents have a heavy influence on your future and prospective admits. Also since LORs are not up to you, it can take a lot of time to acquire them from busy individuals like your professors and managers. Transcripts can also take a lot of time to come out. Hence it’s prudent to leave the maximum possible time to this process and take your 91热爆 exam accordingly. 

TAKING 91热爆 EXAM

You need to catch the first bus i.e. take your 91热爆 so that you do not miss the Fall deadlines,.

By looking at the other bus timings we can conclude that taking the 91热爆 at around September to October is preferable. 

But what if by some chance you miss the Bus 1?

Also if you target fall priority deadlines then obviously you need to scale up your preparations and try to be as fast as possible in all cases. Priority deadlines get over by October-November. Keeping two months for documentation you would require to take your 91热爆 by July-August.

Preparing for the journey

91热爆 preparation and University shortlisting.

Like any journey, lack of proper preparation can land you into a lot of trouble.

A lot of emphasis should be given on the planning stage.

Along with the preparation, you must also complete your university shortlisting. ETS (the organization that conducts the 91热爆 exam) allows you to send your scores to four universities for free. Once you send your score to four universities an additional fee of $27 has to be paid to send the scores to other universities. 

Select these four universities by deciding:

• What courses you want to target.

Not all universities have all the courses. Similarly, some universities are the best in providing maximum learning opportunities and research facilities for a certain course.

E.g. MIT is the best university for Chemical Engineering courses but Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) is best for Computer Science courses. University of California–Berkeley provides the best Civil Engineering courses. (Data according to the recent survey by USNews.com)

• What are the expectations of your preferred university?

As mentioned in the earlier segment of the blog, the 91热爆 score expectations are non-homogenous and they differ for different universities. The expectations of your preferred university should be clear before you plan your 91热爆 preparation regimen. 

• Your predicted 91热爆 score.

Once you know what is your predicted 91热爆 score, you can estimate which universities provide more scope for successful admissions and your university shortlisting can become more realistic.

How many months does it take to prepare for a 330 score?

The best metric to answer that question is your own present capability. 

• Take the free 91热爆 Score predictor test. 
• Find out your own deficiencies and strengths.
• Plan ahead on how many months you might need to reach your target score.

If the score predictor test reveals that your present 91热爆 capability is quite high and is of about 320 level then obviously 330 can be reached within just a month or two.

If the test reveals that the current competency level is lower than 300 then 330 can take 4-5 months of time. 

There is no right time to prepare for the 91热爆 exam. But the earlier you start the more options stay open to you. Not to mention that you save yourself a lot of hectic days before the deadline. 

It is said that a work that has begun is already half done. The time to embark on the journey of your dreams has come.

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Originally established as an intercollegiate athletics conference between eight universities in the Northeast USA, the Ivy League system has now come to be synonymous with pride, prestige and academic acumen.

Naturally, of course, these universities often make it to every aspirant鈥檚 college wish list and attract thousands of quality applicants from some of the most outstanding students in the world. So who are the eight members of the Ivy League? In no particular order, these are:

1. Harvard University
2. Yale University
3. Dartmouth College
4. Brown University
5. University of Pennsylvania
6. Cornell University
7. Princeton University
8. Columbia University

What鈥檚 the big deal about the Ivy League schools?

As we can see, this list doesn鈥檛 include some of the best universities in the US, such as Stanford, MIT, Caltech or Berkeley. While the Ivy League schools are now seen as the figureheads of excellence and prestige, they鈥檙e not the only place at which to get a top-tier education. So, what鈥檚 the fuss about the Ivy Leagues? While originally famed for their onus on athletics, the Ivy League colleges are now known for their generous endowments, excellence in R&D, state-of-the-art libraries and infrastructural facilities and a certain prestige that has now come to be associated with the colleges. While certainly, you can find these at many of the non-Ivies, what truly sets apart the Ivy League schools is, as a professor at Harvard pointed out, is the fact that the average student at, say, Harvard or Yale, will be usually more dedicated, ambitious and bright than the average student elsewhere. This kind of an atmosphere then automatically pushes you to work and perform better, and consequently, add to the academic caliber of the institution. Another aspect of the Ivy League is the focus on fostering diversity in the student body. By offering generous scholarships and endowments, the Ivy League colleges are dedicated to making high-quality secondary education accessible to people from historically disadvantaged strata of the society. A move that has been imitated by many other top-tier schools, this has helped the Ivy League colleges encourage and educate some of the best minds in the country (and the world).

What does it take to get into the Ivy League schools?

Taking into account the rich histories and legacies of these colleges, coupled with their repute for cutting-edge excellence in research and academics, it鈥檚 not difficult to see why so many higher studies aspirants would want to apply to these schools. A high number of applications, typically from outstanding students, means that the acceptance rates of these schools are usually quite low. Though the acceptance rates are invariably anywhere between 5-10%, it can be still lower for highly sought-after programs such as computer science. So, what can you, as an Ivy League aspirant, do to maximize your chances at an offer letter from Columbia or Penn? In other words, what are the admission requirements of these schools? Let鈥檚 take a look, shall we?

1. GPA: While these colleges aren鈥檛 looking for a perfect 10 GPA, it goes without saying that a high GPA is paramount to your Ivy League dreams. Additionally, your relative performance matters too: generally, you are required to be in the top 10-15% of your class.
2. 91热爆 and TOEFL scores: Again, though Ivy League schools don鈥檛 necessarily have a 91热爆 or TOEFL score cutoff, having a high score in these competitive exams can seriously help in improving your chances at an offer letter since it speaks of your technical and linguistic acumen.
3. Extracurricular activities: Remember, these schools are looking for all-rounders, and this isn鈥檛 restricted to just the classroom. Sports, music, fine art or dance, a strong extracurricular profile sets you apart as a force to be reckoned with. It especially helps if your extracurricular activity exhibits a synergy of your academic and non-academic passions: for instance, if you鈥檙e applying for an MS in CS, it helps if you were, say, the captain of the programming team in college.
4. Community service: After all, what good is a leader if he doesn鈥檛 give back to his community? Ivy League colleges are known for their thrust on community service and volunteering work, so any experiences working with the local pet shelter or teaching at the underprivileged girls鈥� school on weekends are likely to help bolster the quality of your application.
5. Strong, reflective essays: your SOP is crucial to your admissions, but even more so in the case of the Ivy Leagues, which use your essays as a tool to gauge your commitment to your discipline, your preparedness for graduate school, and your achievements within and beyond the classroom.
6. Prior research experience: Most fresh undergraduates have little to no research experience by the time they get out of college, so any and all such experience you may have had鈥攂e it a research internship or working as a research assistant with a faculty member鈥攚ill set you apart from your similarly qualified peers.
7. Co-curricular activities: Sure, a high GPA is great, but that鈥檚 not the only thing it takes. Paper publications, participation in academic conferences and workshops, and internships will add invaluable weight to your application and portray you as a serious, committed candidate: something that is crucial to your Ivy League dreams.

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听What are the Ivy League schools like?

Lush, sprawling campuses, rosters of reputed alumni, huge libraries and celebrated athletic teams are just a few things that separate the Ivy League schools from the rest. But what is special about each of the individual colleges? Moreover, what are the ranking, tuition fee and application deadline for these colleges? Let鈥檚 have a look.

1. Harvard University:

Harvard University – Ivy League Colleges

Established in 1636, Harvard is the US鈥檚 oldest institute of higher education and hardly requires any introduction. With an acceptance rate of 6%, the University has so far produced eight US Presidents, more than thirty foreign heads of state, 62 living听, 359听, and 242听. Today, the University is synonymous with academic excellence, prestige, and honor.

Harvard University – Admissions details

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2. Yale University:

Yale University – Ivy League Colleges

Yale University – Admission Details

The third-oldest university in the US, Yale counts notable personalities such as George W. Bush, Meryl Streep, James Franco and Bill Clinton among its impressive list of alumni. Other than the well-documented rivalry with Harvard, Yale is also known for its football team, the Yale Bulldogs, and the Yale Whiffenpoofs, an a cappella group.

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3. Dartmouth College:

Dartmouth College – Ivy League Colleges

Dartmouth College Known for being the smallest Ivy League with a student enrolment of about 6,400, Dartmouth is renowned for its excellence in liberal arts, medicine and international relations. With an acceptance rate of 11%, Dartmouth is relatively an easier school to get into, although the university is reputed for its undergraduate courses, and not so much for its graduate programmes.

Dartmouth College – Admission Details

听4. Brown University:

Brown University – Ivy League Colleges

Brown University – Admission Details

Located in Providence, Rhode Island, Brown University is coveted for its track record in R&D excellence, its onus on cultural values, and an active campus life. Boasting of stalwart alumni such as John D. Rockefeller, John F. Kennedy and Emma Watson, the university has thus far produced 54 members of the听, 56听, 52听,听49听,听14听听Fellows and听21听听winners.

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听5. University of Pennsylvania:

University of Pennsylvania – Ivy League Colleges

University of Pennsylvania – Admissions Details

Founded by Benjamin Franklin, UPenn is the US鈥檚 sixth-oldest university, and is home to the reputed Wharton School of Business. Penn alumni include current US president Donald J. Trump, singer-songwriter John Legend, tech entrepreneur Elon Musk and legendary sociolinguist Noam Chomsky. With an acceptance rate of 10%, it is one of the less selective Ivy League schools.

6. Cornell University:

Cornell University – Ivy League College

Cornell University – Admissions Details

Established in 1865, Cornell is the youngest Ivy League school, but that hasn鈥檛 stopped the university from contributing 58 Nobel laureates, 4 Turing Award winners, 55 Olympic medallists and 30 Rhodes scholars to the world, among others. The school is known for Cornelliana, its distinctive campus culture and tradition, its focus on cutting-edge research, and its rich history of working at the nexus of engineering and management.

7. Princeton University:

Princeton University – Ivy League College

Princeton University – Admissions Details

The fourth-oldest university in the US, Princeton boasts of a top-notch school of Engineering, an exciting campus life, and notable alumni including former First Lady, Michelle Obama, and US Supreme Court Justice Susan Sotomayor. Other claims to fame include the university鈥檚 dedication to community service and its generous endowments.

8. Columbia University:

Columbia University – Ivy League Colleges

Columbia University – Admissions Details

Last but not the least, Columbia University in the city of New York is the dream destination for scientists and researchers alike and has helped pioneer groundbreaking discoveries in the fields of genetics, earth sciences, nuclear engineering, and machine learning. Its first president was none other than the literary stalwart Samuel Johnson, and the university is also responsible for administering the prestigious Pulitzer Prize which recognizes excellence in music, literature and journalism.

(Note: All rankings are taken from the latest QS university rankings. Fees mentioned include tuition, room and board before aid, and may differ from programme to programme.)

While the Ivy League schools may certainly seem daunting and out of your league (pun intended!), it is actually possible for just about anyone to make it to their dream Ivy League college, provided they are armed with a good academic profile and a high 91热爆 score. Like the best things in life, an offer letter to an Ivy League just takes a little more effort and preparation.

Dreaming of an Ivy League education? Why not take the first steps today to make your dreams a reality? If you鈥檙e eager to start applying but aren鈥檛 sure of how you could go about it, you can drop a comment below and an expert from 91热爆 will reach out to you in no time. We wish you warmly on your grad school journey ahead!

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A Master鈥檚 in Business Analytics is extremely beneficial for Undergraduate students who aim to work in data-driven giants such as Google, Facebook, and LinkedIn as well as experienced personnel who want to further their career prospects to stay competitive in the face of rapidly morphing business strategies. Before getting admitted to the Master鈥檚 program in Business Analytics, you might be asked to undergo an video Interview process, apart from meeting general requirements like the 91热爆 and TOEFL/IELTS scores, and documents like LORs, your resume, and Statement of Purpose. Industries such as Finance, Technology, Marketing, and Retail have the highest scope for Business analysts.

Initially, interviews were a part of the admissions process for MBA programs, but are now extended to Master鈥檚 programs also. Interviews give you an opportunity to supplement your written applications by giving the admissions committee further information and reasons that demonstrate your suitability to the course by answering a series of questions asked by them. Interviews are your final opportunity to convince the admissions committee about 鈥榃hy you鈥檙e the best suit for their Master鈥檚 program鈥� by giving them a glimpse into your experience, projects, previous courses completed, and future aspirations.

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How are these interviews conducted?

Different universities have different procedures but most of them conduct online video interviews. Let鈥檚 understand this through the interview procedure followed at the Imperial College of London.

• First of all, the Imperial College London invites candidates for Interviews only after shortlisting, which means, if someone is invited for the Interview then their application has reached the final stage of the selection procedure.
• For courses like an MSc in Business Analytics (Online, Part-time as well as Full-time), Management, Finance, and Financial technology, qualifying Interviews are certain for admission at most institutes.
• According to the admissions committee, the Interviews lasts for about 20 minutes, in which the candidate might be required to deliver an elevator pitch for the questions asked.
• The platform used by the Imperial College, London is called the 鈥楰ira Talent Online Interview Platform鈥�. Do make sure that any email from Kira Talent doesn鈥檛 reach your Spam folder.
• On the Online platform, there are a series of questions, which you need to answer as well as record a short video, both of which, you will have to submit them to the portal.

Word of Advice – The Kira Talent Online Interview Platform is a third party service provider, and hence you can familiarize yourself with the platform before reaching the testing hall.

• The Video Interview questions will basically be regarding:

1. The candidate鈥檚 goal statement (where an effective elevator pitch is recommended)
2. How the coursework would help the candidate in achieving the goals he/she has.
3. Why that particular business school is best suited for the candidate.

• Some students get to give their Interviews using Skype as the video interview platform. In such cases, the candidate will be contacted by the admissions committee for giving them their Skype ID and to agree on a suitable time, and date for the video interview questions.
• It is witnessed that students who gave Interviews for an MS in Business Analytics were asked personal questions similar to ones asked in MBA admissions. Questions such as 鈥楶ast failures and Personal experience in analytics鈥� are often featured on the list.

Video Interview Questions

The Video Interview questions would be testing a candidate鈥檚 Technical knowledge, Skills, behavior, and instincts. Given below, are some of the actual questions asked during interviews of the MIT Sloan School of Business and the Imperial College of London;

1. Compute the natural log of 00.00

Answer – Natural log means a logarithm of a number with the base as e (2.718…). And the natural logarithm is defined only for positive non zero numbers and hence natural logarithm of 0 is not defined.

2. Where is Big Data used in a firm?

Answer – Firms like Amazon, Google, Facebook, and Twitter has huge data pilestocks, which they have analyze time and then for a better customer experience. The treasure for these companies lies in the analysis of these data. They use Big Data and Business analytics to find different trends, requirements, and other opportunities for the company. The Business analysts use Big Data for storage and then use various analytics tools to get useful information from them.

3. Tell me an experience you had when you were the team member and nobody sided you for your decision.

Answer – In general any team or group, while structuring their plan or vision faces conflict among the team members. This kind of healthy conflicts, which are helpful for the company or team in the long run and this is how the inefficient solutions are rejected, creative ideas are formed. You can share any of your experience while your projects or Internships.

4. What you think will be the most challenging part of this master鈥檚 program?

Answer – If you are from a non computer Science background, then subjects based on R programming could be a bit difficult. Also, subjects based on Cloud platforms like the Amazon Web services could be difficult to understand.

5. If you are up for a salary hike or a promotion, explain to your senior authority as to why you think you are eligible for that.

Answer – To answer this question, you should be able to point out the highlights of your previous projects and what enhancements you鈥檝e done and how it affected the company. You can also point out some problems, which weren鈥檛 previously solved and how you solved them with your leadership skills.

6. What is the shape of a logarithmic curve – concave or concave?

Answer – The shape of a Logarithmic function is convex, as the opening mouth of the function always face downwards. It is close to the negative ordinate and as you go forward in the positive x-axis, it moves away from the positive ordinate but facing downwards, and hence convex.

7. How is this MSc best suited to your dreams?

Answer – Business Analytics is like meshing your technical and management skills into one, which is further strengthened by developing leadership qualities. If you want to become an analyst in big data driven companies and reach higher leadership positions where your decisions could impact the society, then this might be the best course in achieving your dreams.

8. Tell me a situation where you鈥檝e demonstrated your leadership skills.

Answer – Any leadership quality like, Decision making capabilities, Communication, creativity, or bringing a vision and passing it on to the lowest level of the firm effectively, which you鈥檝e exhibited during your projects, internships, or at work would answer this question.

9. Why should we offer you a place in our university?

Answer – The University you would be applying for should provide you the subjects and electives which inclines with your interests. Your profile matches the requirements of the universities and fee structure along the with the living expenses of the country is matching with your capabilities.

10. If you鈥檙e in a soccer team, what would your position be?

Answer – You could answer any position you want to be like defender, or the mid field player. But your answer should strengthen your abilities.

How to prepare for Video Interview Questions

1. For technical video interview questions, you have to prepare your subjects over time. This is not something for which you could develop or prepare in a week or so. If you鈥檙e really good in your subjects, then this round would be a cakewalk for you. If you鈥檙e not able to answer the question, it is better to be honest about it and answer what you can think of.

2. For Video essays based on a candidate鈥檚 behavioral traits or goals, a goal statement could be the most beneficial tool. The goal statement should always guide the candidate鈥檚 action. Goal statements should be prepared in the 鈥楽MART鈥� manner, should be accurately defined, and attainable. A Good Goal statement has the following features;

• S 鈥� Specific
• M 鈥� Measurable
• A 鈥� Acceptable
• R 鈥� Realistic
• T 鈥� Time-bound

3. The goal statement should be particular, specific and should convey what the student would like to achieve or attain, while also being quantifiable or measurable, like the number of months devoted to developing a particular skill, or to attain one鈥檚 target score for a particular exam. It should be acceptable and realistic.

4. Once the goal statement for future years or goals are set, answering these personal questions becomes easier.

5. An elevator pitch is a necessity! 听An elevator pitch should have the following stages;

• The first part of the elevator pitch is 鈥榃ho are you?鈥�
• The second part of the elevator pitch is 鈥榃hat do you do?鈥�
• The third part of the elevator pitch is 鈥榃hat makes you unique?鈥�
• The fourth and final part of the elevator pitch is 鈥楬ow do you do it?鈥�

Remember that universities are looking for confident, motivated and dynamic young individuals who can take on the rigors of an MS program in business analytics! With a compelling interview or video essay, coupled with a strong elevator pitch, you have the opportunity to leave a lasting impression on the admissions committee and convince them that you鈥檙e just the kind of student they鈥檝e been looking out for!

Let us list the top universities and Business school offering Master鈥檚 programs in Business Analytics.

Top Business Schools for an MS in BUSINESS ANALYTICS

1. The MIT Sloan School of Management

The MIT Sloan School of Management

The MIT Sloan School of Management – Application Details

For the Class of 2019:

The MIT Sloan School of Management – Class of 2019

Considering all the important factors such as the employability rate, alumni outcome, academic and research impact, and the number of professors who hold Ph.D. degrees, the Sloan School of Management stands at the top. The graduates are motivated to use data science as a tool to solve business challenges and problems and interpret and analyze the results and take data-driven decisions.

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*As a part of the curriculum, students has to complete a real-time Capstone Projects with leading industries to show their skills in analytics. This could be an opportunity to flaunt your 鈥榓nalyst skills鈥� before getting employed.

2. Imperial College Business School

Imperial College Business School

Imperial College Business School – Application Details

Imperial College Business School

Imperial College Business School – Application Details

1. Knowledge requirement includes knowledge of Advanced Calculus, Statistics, Linear Algebra etc.
2. GMAT is not required as such, but a score of >650 will add heft to one鈥檚 profile
3. Experience in programming languages such as Python, SQL, R will be an added advantage.
4. Experience i`n advanced quantitative courses.

For further information regarding the interviews at the Imperial College London,

*Around 95% of graduates get employed in three months after degree completion with an average salary of $60,000.

3. The University of Texas at Austin鈥檚 McCombs School of Business

The University of Texas at Austin鈥檚 McCombs School of Business

The University of Texas at Austin鈥檚 McCombs School of Business – Application Details

The University of Texas at Austin鈥檚 McCombs School of Business

The University of Texas at Austin鈥檚 McCombs School of Business – Application Details

The Class of 2017 has the following average scores:

The University of Texas at Austin鈥檚 McCombs School of Business – Average of Class 2017

For further information regarding the interviews at the University of Texas at Austin鈥檚 McCombs School of Business,

4. ESSEC Business School and Centrale Superlec:

ESSEC Business School and Centrale Superlec

ESSEC Business School and Centrale Superlec – Application Details

Application Deadlines:鈥�

ESSEC Business School and Centrale Superlec – Application Deadlines

to download the brochure听

5. ESADE Ramon Liull University

ESADE Ramon Liull University

ESADE Ramon Liull University – Application Details

ESADE Ramon Liull University

ESADE Ramon Liull University – Application DetailsFor further information regarding the interviews at the ESADE Ramon Liull University,

*Some of the World鈥檚 leading companies like Amazon, Microsoft and Santander Bank are the leading employers at this school where graduates are hired as Data Scientists.

6. USC Marshall School of Business

USC Marshall School of Business

USC Marshall School of Business – Application Details

USC Marshall School of Business

USC Marshall School of Business – Application Details

Application deadlines 鈥�

USC Marshall School of Business – Application Deadline

for the details about the one-minute self-description video听

7. Alliance Manchester Business School

Alliance Manchester Business School – Application Details

Alliance Manchester Business School

Alliance Manchester Business School – Application Details: The Alliance Manchester Business School doesn鈥檛 have a video interview round, but you can download the brochure by

8. Warwick Business School

Warwick Business School

Warwick Business School – Application Details

Warwick Business School – Application Details: Further details about the program

9. University of Edinburgh Business School

University of Edinburgh Business School

University of Edinburgh Business School – Application Details: For听further details about the program

10. University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management

University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management – Application Details

University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management

University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management – Application Details: For Further details about the program

We hope you know a little more about the interview process now than you did 10 minutes ago! Have more doubts? Got a specific university in mind? Let us know in the comments below and we鈥檒l try our best to help you out with what you鈥檙e looking for!

Best of Luck!

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Business Analytics is a 鈥�high in demand鈥� professional course in the highly globalized and competitive market today, where each country plays a front foot game. Leading countries in the market are the ones with diverse business sizes that aim at projecting their growth in precise directions. Japan, Germany, China, the UAE, and US are the top growing countries that have carved out the need for business analysts like never before, owing to the continuous development and competition in the market for better products, services, and a consumer-driven economy. In fact, the US projected a 40% growth in global DATA annually by the end of 2018. This is why most US universities offering this program today rank at the top 鈥� globally.听

For a detailed understanding of the Business analytics course, check out this e-book on “MS in Business Analytics”

Let us examine and understand the course鈥檚 scope and information by studying the top universities in the US providing the Business Analytics course, based on their global ranks in the same.

Top 10 universities providing MSBA in the US

1) MIT 鈥� Sloan School of Management

MIT – Sloan School of Management

MIT is hands down one of the most well-known universities in the US 鈥� and it is not just for its courses in Management. It is the number 1 ranked university globally for Master鈥檚 in Business Analytics and one of the most competitive schools for the course. The MSBA is a year-long STEM-designated course that focuses on data science with a small but highly diverse class comprising 57% international students hailing from more than 12 countries, 8 streams, and 15 different universities as of class 2018. The school partners with various industrial giants to collaborate, work, teach, and employ its students likewise 鈥� BCG, McKinsey, IBM, BMW are a few employers to name. It is an intensive course with five required fundamental subjects, one required Analytics Capstone project, one required project class, six three-hour modules, one pro-seminar, and a minimum of three focused electives with projects that give students opportunities to work in an organization within the US and abroad.

Tuition Fees and Application Requirements

2) The University of Texas at Austin 鈥� McCombs School of Business

The University of Texas at Austin 鈥� McCombs School of Business

The MSBA is a yearlong STEM-designated course that focuses on applied statistics, computer science, and risk management. UT Austin is the number 3 ranked university globally, for Master’s in Business Analytics. It is a significant program for applicants from math, computer science, and engineering backgrounds with a specialized career development team to assist students. Tie-ups with companies like Walmart and Deloitte not only recruit but also coach the students. The school has a very good gender ratio in students with more than 40% international students hailing from more than 6 different streams in the past 鈥� this school provides a very diverse class including students with vast experience and those who are fresh graduates.

Application requirements and yuition fees in University of Texas at Austin 鈥� McCombs School of Business

3) University of Southern California 鈥� Marshall School of Business

University of Southern California 鈥� Marshall School of Business

It is the number 6 ranked university globally for Master鈥檚 in Business Analytics and is one of the most competitive schools for the course. It focuses on the inner working strategies of the global market space. It provides opportunities for international travel and study projects across all discipline courses in business and management studies. It has a full time as well as a part-time track, as per the speed in which the candidate wishes to work; the full-time course is 18-months long and elective courses, such as fraud analytics and foundations of information security are offered. Batch of 2017 hails from 14 different countries as opposed to the batch of 2016 that had students from 6 countries, which shows the growth rate and popularity of the course.

Tuition Fees and Application Requirements in University of Southern California 鈥� Marshall School of Business

4) University of Minnesota 鈥� Carlson School of Management

University of Minnesota 鈥� Carlson School of Management

It is the number 4 ranked university globally for Master’s in Business Analytics. With high employment rates, students of the batch of 2015 & 2016 received their employment from across the country within three months of completing the course. It has a full time as well as a part-time track as per the speed that the candidate wishes to work in, 1 year long for a full-time course, and 2 year long for a part-time course. The class of 2018 has 84% international students hailing from more than 8 different undergraduate streams.

Tuition Fee and Application Requirements in University of Minnesota 鈥� Carlson School of Management

5) Michigan State University 鈥� The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management听

Michigan State University 鈥� The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management

It is the number 18 ranked university globally for Master鈥檚 in Business Analytics with coaching and assistance to custom fit degree programs as per the need and goals of a student. The course is based on social network analytics, web analytics, and the Capstone business analytics corporate project with a 100% employment rate by the time the students graduate. Employment companies include BCBS, Capital One, Citibank, Citrix, Cognizant Technologies, Consumers Energy, Deloitte, Ducker, EY, Ford, GM, Gongos, Haggerty, MGM Resorts, MSU, PWC, Styker, Torrid, UnderArmour, and Urban Sciences. A lot of students are from China and India in recent batches.

Tuition Fee and Application Requirements in Michigan State University 鈥� The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management

6) Purdue University 鈥� Krannert School of Management

Purdue University 鈥� Krannert School of Management

It is the number 12 ranked university globally for Master鈥檚 in Business Analytics with a STEM designated 鈥� 11 month long full-time course. Experiential learning and group project way to teaching are adopted to help understand prototyping and analysis.

Tuition Fee and Application Requirements in Purdue University 鈥� Krannert School of Management

7) Arizona State University 鈥� W. P. Carey School of Business

Arizona State University 鈥� W. P. Carey School of Business

It is the number 19 ranked university globally for Master鈥檚 in Business Analytics. It provides both on campus and an online business analytics course. Students can complete the STEM course in 9 months and appear for the CFA exams. The online course, however, is 18-months long and focuses in course work approach of teaching. With about 84% international students in the last batch from about 20 different undergraduate schools, this school has one of the most diverse batches.

Tuition Fee and Application Requirements in Arizona State University 鈥� W. P. Carey School of Business

8) Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 鈥� The Lally School of Management and Technology

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 鈥� The Lally School of Management and Technology

It is the number 27 ranked university globally for Master鈥檚 in Business Analytics. This 9-month long course focuses on a research-based approach and emphasizes on data integration on powerful computation and visualization source and coursework methodology. In the previous batches, more than 40% of students were from technical backgrounds. There are part-time and full-time programs, where the part-time program is for 2 years and is designed to assist working professionals.

Tuition Fee and Application Requirements in Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 鈥� The Lally School of Management and Technology

9) Southern Methodist University 鈥� SMU 鈥� Cox School of Business

Southern Methodist University- SMU – Cox School of Business

It is the number 25 ranked university globally for Master鈥檚 in Business Analytics, which is a STEM and OPT certified course. Full-time and part-time course options are available, where part-time course can be taken up in the evening as well. It focuses not just on data analysis but also business intelligence work agencies through a 10-month long full-time program that is taught in two semesters and gives specialization within the course 鈥� two tracks that students can choose from as per their interest.

Application Requirements and Tuition Fee in Southern Methodist University 鈥� SMU 鈥� Cox School of Business

10) University of Notre Dame 鈥� Mendoza College of Business

University of Notre Dame 鈥� Mendoza College of Business

It is the number 21 ranked university globally for Master鈥檚 in Business Analytics, which is a STEM designated program for freshers and professionals with less than two years of work experience. This is 10-month long program that promotes business clubs and honor societies as a way of learning and enjoying the campus. Top employers are Amazon, Bank of America, Deloitte, Emerson, ExxonMobil, EY, Ford Motor, GE, IBM, Intel, JP Morgan, P&G, PwC, United Airlines, Wells Fargo, and Whirlpool.

Application Requirements and Tuition Fee in University of Notre Dame 鈥� Mendoza College of Business

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So far, we have considered the few best universities in the US offering MS in Business Analytics course. There are, however, other countries who are sporting this course with a renewed zest in the field of business management and statistical advancement data studies. It is imperative to perceive what and how they are offering the same course to conclude a healthy analysis and establish a comparison. Check out the listings that follow.

Globally-ranked universities providing MSBA (other than US)

1) The University of Melbourne 鈥� Melbourne Business School 鈥� Australia听

The University of Melbourne 鈥� Melbourne Business School 鈥� Australia

It is the number 16 ranked university globally for Master’s in Bbusiness Analytics. This is a 1-year long full-time course, with much emphasis on the orientation of business modelling and data analysis through a varied range of software that the students will be taught by experts in the field.

Application Requirements and Tuition Fee in The University of Melbourne 鈥� Melbourne Business School 鈥� Australia

2) The University of Manchester 鈥� Alliance Manchester Business School 鈥� England (UK)听

The University of Manchester 鈥� Alliance Manchester Business School 鈥� England (UK)

It is the number 7 ranked university globally for Master’s in Business Analytics. The institute offers one-year long full-time course, which focuses on quantitative problem solving with both new age technology and the old methods that evolved it. The coursework has a unique way to process learning with style-case consultation. In the batch of 2017, less than 10% of applicants were selected.

Application Requirements and Tuition Fees in The University of Manchester 鈥� Alliance Manchester Business School 鈥� England (UK)

3) Politecnico di Milano 鈥� MIP Politecnico di Milano Graduate School of Business 鈥� Milan, Italy听听

Politecnico di Milano 鈥� MIP Politecnico di Milano Graduate School of Business 鈥� Milan, Italy

It is the number 35 ranked university globally for Master’s in Business Analytics. This is a full-time 1-year long program specializing in big data analytics. The coursework is divided in 6 modules that conclude with an internship or a thesis. It is an EFMD EQUIS accredited course.

Application Requirements and Tuition Fee in Politecnico di Milano 鈥� MIP Politecnico di Milano Graduate School of Business 鈥� Milan, Italy

4) Athens University of Economics and Business 鈥� Athens, Greece听听

Athens University of Economics and Business 鈥� Athens, Greece

It is the number 27 ranked university globally for Master’s in Business Analytics. The institute offers variants in the program, such as a 1-year long full-time course or a 2-year long art time course. Applicants may also choose from an Intensity and part-time variant, which are flexible.

Application Requirements and tuition fee in Athens University of Economics and Business 鈥� Athens, Greece

5) University of Strathclyde 鈥� Strathclyde Business School 鈥� Glasgow, Scotland听听

University of Strathclyde- Strathclyde Business School 鈥� Glasgow, Scotland

It is the number 45 ranked university globally for Master鈥檚 in Business Analytics, which offers a full-time 2-year-long course. Distance learning program can also be chosen as per the flexibility of the candidate. The course involves a 3-week long work program with one of its host tie-up companies for most students and an in-house dissertation as part of the mandatory modules.

Tuition fee and Application Requirements in University of Strathclyde 鈥� Strathclyde Business School 鈥� Glasgow, Scotland

Now that we have looked at the universities and have an idea as to how our decisions must be driven, it is also important to understand what kind of profile one must build to pursue an MS in Business Analytics. For most people, the major drive is the monetary output that is showcased by universities, agencies, and companies 鈥� conveniently not stating a direct hit at the time, focus, dedication, and skills that must be exhausted to produce desired outputs for any form of business.

Tips to take into consideration while making a profile for MS in Business Analytics

• Strong quantitative skills that should be protrayed
• Good soft skills 鈥� it is important to have a personality that can not only find a solution but also present it in an efficient way 鈥� that sells
• Knowledge of business context and tools
• Basic problem-solving skills and logical reasoning should hold a strong position in your profile
• Critical thinking skills are of utmost importance 鈥� the key is to be able to find that key from the bunch which no one would probably even try
• Interpersonal and communication skills 鈥� it is important for a Business Analyst to work on the agency side as well; many companies tend to outsource and hence one may have to strive to gain business
• Computer skills 鈥� with the increase in data flow every second in this fiscal world, the applicant must be proficient with the skill set that will help in examining large amounts of data and configure it to suit the purpose
• An intermediate knowledge of calculus that some universities may also specifically ask for 鈥� although this is highly university- and subject-specific

Check out our blog to know all about the nuances听of pursuing your MS in Business Analytics听“Here”

Most skills for this course are not ones that can be gained overnight 鈥� it is a long cumbersome process that is mostly driven by basic interest and personality traits. A self-analyzed approach to the profile as well as the course is imperative.

For more information, check out our YouTube Video on Career & Job Opportunities in Business Analytics.

In this globally challenging epoch, weigh your chances, affordability, skills, and opportunities in much detail, and then if you decide to be a Business Analyst, we believe it was intended to be. We wish you good luck and much success in your endeavors.

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I鈥檓 sure you have. It鈥檚 one of those days when you wake up as soon as the first alarm goes off, peacefully enjoy your breakfast, admire the scenery on the way to your college or office, reach on time and somehow find that the rest of the day carries on at the same pace.

I love those days. I keep reminding myself to do that every single day.

The differentiating factor between good days and 91热爆AT days is TIME!

You wake up as planned and you have enough TIME for yourself to do the things you NEED to have a good day at college or work.

Similarly, your 91热爆 and TOEFL preparation also NEEDS the time and space to develop into a smooth experience rather than a jerky last-minute affair that you regret undertaking.

The distinguishing factor in students who have a good score in 91热爆 and TOEFL, getting admitted into such top universities is the time they take in polishing their application.

While a 91热爆 and TOEFL score above 320 and 100+ respectively, can surely get you through the first round of the shortlisting process,听making it to the final stages requires a persuasive SOP and convincing LORs.

So, when should I take听91热爆 and TOEFL?

Scheduling your 91热爆 and TOEFL exam dates are similar to how you plan your morning commute college/work. You consider your destination first, calculate the time it takes to get there and then work back to the time you actually have to start.

Similarly, deciding on a 91热爆 and TOEFL dates are dependent on whether you are targeting the Fall or Spring admission seasons. Your destination here is the application deadlines for your target admission season and the time it would take to get the process ready.

If you are targeting admissions abroad, a typical admission timeline looks like this:

Ideal Time for 91热爆 and TOEFL

Alright, considering that you are looking at the general admission deadlines, let鈥檚 work back from that date to when it would be perfect for you to give 91热爆 and TOEFL.

Step #5: Applying to universities

Most universities have admission deadlines in the first or second week of December. It is necessary that you have your application ready at least three weeks before the deadline. This helps you stay ahead of the pack, especially with the first come-first serve admission procedures.

Step #4:听Finalize your college transcripts & documents

Getting your application ready-to-go is a tedious process. It involves collecting transcripts, tweaking your SOP and collecting your LORs. Some universities also ask you to provide additional documents such as a research agenda or a diversity essay. Create a checklist of all the necessary documents you are required to send to ensure you don’t miss out on anything!听

Step #3: Prepare your SOP & LOR

This is the most important and most time-consuming portion of your admission application, which is,听

1. Statement of Purpose (SOP)
2. Letter of Recommendation (LORs)

Your SOP: If you are applying to different universities with different programs, you MUST ensure you modify your SOP accordingly.

AdmitEdge听Pro Tip: Don’t make the mistake of sending out a generic common SOP. Admission officers are expert psychologists who review more than 10,000 applications every time. Your SOP must be genuine and unique to you. It should reflect your passion for the course and talk about your qualifications, your aspirations as well as your expectations from the university.

It takes most students an average of 2-3 weeks of research, consultations and edits before their SOP is ready to be sent out to universities.

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Your LORs: You must give your professors and employers enough time to write your LORs because it is a testament to your skills made by a third person. These letters are scrutinized by admission officers to see if you would be a good fit for their university and how YOU can add value to them. This is an additional nod from people you have worked with or under that you are capable of all that you claim to be.听

Read: Who should you get an LOR from?

Step #2: Research & Shortlist Universities

This is probably the most nerve-wracking part you’ll face, but it is only just the beginning of the battle. Considering that it takes nearly 2-2.5 months to produce a听perfect application, the ideal time to take 91热爆 is听during April-May.听

By the time you are ready to take your test, you must also shortlist 4 schools to whom you can send your 91热爆 scores as part of your ETS exam fee.

Step #1: Prepare for 91热爆 and TOEFL

By now you have guessed that the only thing remaining is to get started on your 91热爆 and TOEFL preparation!

With colleges starting their semester exams in May-June, it is advisable to wrap up your preparation, slightly ahead of time.

Consider giving your 91热爆 in by April-May and your TOEFL, 2 weeks after that. This will give you sufficient time to听prepare for 91热爆 and TOEFL thoroughly during February, March & April.

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That’s it!

As simple as it looks, preparing for 91热爆 and TOEFL, achieving a great scores and then applying to your dream universities is a long process that requires proper planning with a touch of expert guidance to help you save time and make your process more efficient.

Don’t wait until it’s too late. Get the head start and secure your future!

What is your next step going to be?

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For most Indian students looking to pursue graduate studies abroad, applying for the fall intake makes the most sense as it makes allows for a seamless transition. With most under-graduate final semesters getting over by the months of May and June and the fall term starting in late August or early September, students have just enough time to get ready for a brand new life in a new country.

So does that mean that you can start your application process after you鈥檙e done with your final semester exams?

Not at all.

If you鈥檙e planning for Fall 鈥�19 MS admits, you鈥檝e got to ensure that you have your application ready by November 2018, and dispatched well before the application deadlines!

This includes your 91热爆/TOEFL/IELTS score reports, academic transcripts, application form, Statement of Purpose, Letters of Recommendation (at least 3) and resume (in pdf format)

Quite a few universities also have priority application听deadlines which generally precede the regular deadlines by a month or more.

Why are priority application deadlines important?

Applying by the priority deadlines makes you eligible to receive funding & scholarships that can really bring down the often exorbitant costs of studying abroad.

Applying by the early deadline also saves you money in other ways. At many universities, the application fee is significantly lower when one applies by the early application deadline!

Couple that with the sheer mental peace that not having to run around helter-skelter at the last moment provides, and starting your university applications early suddenly makes a whole lot of sense.

Today, let鈥檚 take a look at the universities that have their application deadlines in the months of November and December (well, mostly in December) so you know just when to send in your completed applications by!

Most of the Top 50 Universities have their application deadlines comparatively early-on, so if you鈥檙e an ambitious student or working professional, aspiring for prestigious admits, it makes all the more sense to prepare your application well in advance!

What you see above are just a few popular options that are available. There are many more options still out there that could be suitable for your profile. For an overview more US universities including 91热爆/TOEFL score requirements, deadlines and fees, download your 91热爆 cutoff eBook now!

So, let us now chalk out a plan to make the most of the Fall intake:

How To Meet These Application Deadlines?

This is your step-by-step guide to plan your application process:

#1: Ensure you take your 91热爆 and language exams (IELTS/TOEFL) soon

September-October is a good time to do so if you want to target the University Application deadlines from December, as you can report your score free of cost to up to 4 universities at the time of such exams. Use those options wisely to save time and money.

#2: Apply and arrange for your Transcripts, mark sheets and Degrees 听

Your transcripts are an official statement of marks issued by your university that have the attestation and stamp of your Controller of Examinations or Registrar. They must be in a signed and sealed envelope and it will be wise to apply and arrange for as many original copies as the number of universities you plan to apply to. These documents are different from the mark sheets you were issued when you graduated or passed each semester. You will need attested copies of your semester wise mark-sheets and degrees too. Often universities can take anywhere from a week to a month or even more to issue the transcripts. So, apply for them soon to have the documents with you in good time.

#3: Work on a master draft of your SOP

As time is of the essence, here is a hack to ensure you are well prepared for all the qualitative questions that the university application forms might ask. Prepare a strong master draft of your Statement of Purpose covering your academics, work experience, projects, achievements, career objectives and purpose of applying for your masters etc. This is a time-consuming process. With this document ready, you can borrow from this to trim and form an SOP that will meet the university鈥檚 requirements (word limits and some specific essay questions)

#4: Finalize your choice of universities

If you already have your scores with you, this could be a good starting point for your plans. You can shortlist 6-8 universities that suit your profile and background after studying their courses, application deadlines, admission requirements and past admit trends. This requires extensive research as the options are many. It is not just a question of choosing based on ranks, you also need to look for options where you have a good chance of making a cut.

Apart from self-research, it will help to speak to your seniors, well-wishers, and relatives abroad. There are also dedicated groups and pages on social media that discuss popular universities abroad.

#5: Fill and File the Online Application Form

Once you know your options. You are done with the biggest part of your applications. The final step is to actually fill and file your application form. This step requires a lot of care and precision. Be sure of what you enter and review your form at least two-three times before submitting. Do check if you have uploaded the right documents. It is advisable to finish the online application process a few days before the final application deadline.

#6: Report your official scores and dispatch 听the documents packet

The final leg of your application process is the official score reporting and couriering your documents such as transcripts and degree (if asked by the university). Be sure to use the right university and/or department codes while you are reporting your scores. Another point to note is that it is advisable to mention the reference number generated after the submission of the online application on your documents packet to ensure it is added to your application file quickly. 听

Every step is important and needs to be completed with utmost care and perfection. But some planning and hard work can surely see you through this multi-step process.

There may have been many reasons that delayed your plans or you might have just reached the decision to apply abroad. Whatever be the reason, there is no need to hold back and wait for the next admission season, when you have options right now too!! 听

So, it is time to get started and with a positive attitude, some hard work and the right guidance you can definitely make it to a world-class graduate programme in 2019!

Comment below and let us know if you have any questions. We鈥檒l be happy to answer them all!

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Couple that with the academic stress associated with exams, and 听it may feel like it is too much to process at once, and you鈥檙e probably right in feeling that way.

That鈥檚 why, I鈥檇 like you to know the key secrets for a successful and hassle-free application to pursue your MS in the US.

Well, to be honest, it鈥檚 not really a secret, but more of a smart game plan for your college admissions.

The key is to start early

Why do that? Because preparation is what separates brilliance from mediocrity. If you initiate your efforts early, time-consuming issues like financial planning, writing a compelling SOP, updating your CV, applying for scholarships and convincing your parents that you are doing the right thing for your education will not feel so scary and hectic anymore.

So, why exactly will you benefit from starting early?

1) Shortlisting universities can be a time consuming process!

The United States boasts of one of the world鈥檚 finest university systems and is home to over 4,000 colleges and universities. With so many alternatives, you need to be certain that you choose the best US college for your Masters. It is recommended that you search for, identify, learn more about and apply to schools that are the best fits for your profile and future plans.

But even the simplest step of identifying relevant US colleges can get complicated if you postpone it for too long. Name recognition and reputation are important when selecting universities, but there are other aspects you should also consider.

For instance, you might want to check the variety of the programs on offer, the courses you are going to study, the professors鈥� style of teaching, campus facilities, and the local culture and environment. These things can take time and I鈥檓 sure you want to get them right.

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2) Fixing an admissions timeline:

After identifying the US colleges that best suit your educational needs and expectations, you will need to start your research regarding the admission process. This is where it usually gets confusing for most future students. But it doesn鈥檛 necessarily have to be the same way for you!

Here鈥檚 a sneak peek of what your 91热爆 and admissions timeline should ideally look like:

You will have to submit an application to each of the institutions you are interested in; they will usually ask you to write an SoP and to provide them with letters of recommendation. In order to complete all the requirements to a high standard and meet the deadlines, you need to start planning ahead. It鈥檚 highly recommended that you make a calendar of deadlines to track what you need to do and at what time!

Typically, MS applications in the US for the fall intake are due between November and January, and it鈥檚 important that that you initiate your efforts at least a year in advance. You also need to be informed about the fees you will need to pay during the process. Usually, the fee for each application is between $50 and $100 (Rs. 3400 – Rs. 6800) as per the prevailing exchange rate.fac

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3) You鈥檒l get sufficient time to write your SoP:

Your SoP is one of the most crucial components of your university application! Your SOP should contain information about the following:

• Who you are as a person, your aspirations, why you want to study the course you鈥檙e applying for and at that university!
• It should also talk about your future plans after completing your education and the ways in which you can contribute to the university.
• What you know about the student community of the university and how you can be a perfect fit for the kind of student profile they are looking for.

For each intake, top US universities receive tens of thousands of applications! An admit winning SoP is one that makes your application stand out from the rest. Universities get a huge number of applications from students with similar 91热爆 / TOEFL scores and academic backgrounds. It鈥檚 the strength of the SoP that eventually can make or break a student鈥檚 acceptance chances, all other factors being equal.

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4) Financial planning for your education, procuring LORs and Academic Transcripts!

Studying abroad can be a pretty expensive affair, and many students take education loans to fund their tuition/living expenses. However, 听the time a loan takes to get sanctioned depends on several factors like the amount, your credit score, the lending organization and more!

As a part of the admissions process, you will need to show proof of funds to support yourself financially and apply for your visa.

Letters of Recommendation: Apart from your SOP, if there is something that the admissions council needs to know a little more about you, it is your Letter of Recommendation! Most universities mandate a minimum of 2 LORs to be submitted! However, here鈥檚 why you keeping time aside for your LORs can be highly rewarding.

Now here鈥檚 the deal – when you鈥檙e short of time, you鈥檒l probably only have time to procure 2 LORs, in keeping with the requirements. When you have time in hand, you can shortlist 10-12 potential referees whom you have worked closely with (university professors, deans, heads of department or your immediate superior if you have prior work experience) and choose the best from among them, to give an edge to your application!

Procuring your academic transcripts such as a consolidated marksheet from your school/college might also take as long as a few weeks to months, depending on the institution, for example, procuring marksheets from Anna university usually takes just a week, whereas Mumbai university takes 3-4 weeks or more! (subject to change, time-frame provided for reference only). Try and check with your university in advance and find out how long they鈥檒l need to give you the requisite documents.

Although you won鈥檛 be able to apply for the visa until you have actually been accepted by a US college, it鈥檚 still best to get informed and well-prepared as early as possible, to avoid any last-minute rush or panic!

5) 听Of priority deadlines, scholarships and early decisions:

Good things come to those who wait – but not when it comes to university applications! The coveted goodies (read: scholarships, financial aid, acceptance letters) are usually taken away by the early birds!

Many universities have priority deadlines for submission of applications which precede the general deadlines by 3-4 months, Unfortunately, many students who wait end up missing the priority application deadline, which means they鈥檙e at a disadvantage when it comes to receiving scholarships and financial aid.

Early decisions: I know. I know. Yet another paragraph on a topic that has already been done to death. However, depending on the university you are applying to, the acceptance rate of early decision applicants is likely to be significantly higher than that of regular applicants!

What鈥檚 more, even in the unfortunate event of your application being denied, you still have time to apply to any other universities under regular decision!

For more information on scholarships, University deadlines & 91热爆 tips, check out our expert webinars听HERE

Popular MS universities with early decision policies include the following:

Have any doubts about when to start your admissions process for the best admits? Want to know more about early decision/early action acceptance rates in your favourite universities? Do let us know in the comments section below and we鈥檒l answer all your doubts ASAP!

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Hailed as the land of opportunities, it is a hot favourite among students mainly because of three things:

1. Variety of universities available (approx. 4000 universities)
2. Globally competitive research programs
3. Infrastructure & job opportunities.

In fact, according to QS World University Rankings, 30 of the Top 100 Universities in the world are in the US.

Compared to any other country, US has the maximum number of enrolled international students for courses related to Engineering, Math and Computer Science and also Business and Management. It is even believed that every 6th international student in the US is an Indian*.

But with 50 states, 13 time zones, and a variety of opportunities, the one question that every MS aspirant asks themselves is:

Which US State is best for my MS?

[Read: Top 10 Cities For MS in US]

Let us take a step closer and find out more about the popular destinations to study within the US.

This is the map of USA

If we were to divide the states into 3 regions (west, central and east), we can list them as follows:

West: California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Idaho, Utah, Arizona, Montana, Alaska, Hawaii.

Central: Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana, Wisconsin, Illinois, Mississippi.

East: Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, Ohio, Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, 听Pennsylvania, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine.

If you were to draw a line through the center of the USA, you will find that the states to the North have harsher weather, while those to the South have weather conditions that are more similar to the Indian Subcontinent.

Though every state offers opportunities in almost all industries now, the East Coast has a lot of service and management related opportunities while the west is known as an IT hub, and the Central area is known for its manufacturing and automobile industries.

Such generalizations are dangerously vague when it comes to making decisions about one鈥檚 career and graduate admissions.

So, based on more than 4500+ 91热爆 admits, we have collated the Ultimate Top 10 States for MS aspirants to consider on the basis of job opportunities, climate, research opportunities, universities & affordability.

#10: Indiana

East Coast

Known for providing premium educational experiences at affordable costs, Indiana is famous for its instrumental role in the Second World War by providing steel and other raw materials for the war.

In fact, in 2017, Indiana ranked #1 producer of steel in the US for nearly three decades.

The production of gigantic amounts of steel also meant that industries such as the automobile, appliance manufacturing and in recent times renewable energy such as wind energy etc. shot up significantly.

Top Fields To Pursue In Indiana

• Auto Manufacturing
• Life Science
• IT
• Transportation
• Computer Science Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Management Courses

Best Universities To Consider In Indiana:

• PURDUE UNIVERSITY
• INDIANA UNIVERSITY, BLOOMINGTON
• UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME

Cost of MS in Indiana: $S (Nominal)

#9: Michigan

East Coast

Michigan, derived from the Ojibwe word “mishigamaa”, meaning “Large Water” is the 11th largest state by area in the US.

It is also home to some of the country’s largest automobile companies such as Ford Motor Company, General Motors Corporation, Chrysler etc.

In fact, Michigan, mainly the Detroit area is considered to be the manufacturing hub.

In contrast, the Ann Arbor area is considered to be the hub of colleges, ranking among the top 5 states in the overall Research & Development expenditures in the US.

Top Fields To Pursue In Michigan

• Automobile
• Manufacturing
• Aerospace
• Food and Agriculture
• Mechanical Engineering
• Computer Science Engineering
• Electrical Engineering

Top Universities To Study In Michigan

• UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
• MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
• WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY

Cost of MS in Michigan: $$ (Nominal)

#8: Massachusetts

East Coast

A state that needs little introduction, Massachusetts has a long standing history with education including the likes of Harvard University in Boston – the oldest institution for higher learning and MIT in Cambridge.

In fact, the Kendall Square at Cambridge is called the “Most Innovative Square Mile On The Planet”

Massachusetts is also considered the third highest state in the US in terms of per capita personal income.

Also as a higher education aspirant, you might have to shell out a few extra dollars to study-abroad MS in Massachusetts as compared to other states.

Top Fields To Pursue In Massachusetts:

• Biotechnology
• Finance
• Defense
• Computer Science Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Management Courses

Top Universities For MS in Massachusetts

• MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
• HARVARD UNIVERSITY
• BOSTON UNIVERSITY

Cost of MS in Massachusetts: $$$ (Expensive)

#7: Ohio

East Coast

Ranked in the top 10 states for business growth, Ohio is a breeding ground for startups, small businesses, and enterprises.

It is also part of the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) whose primary focus in creating & growing jobs for the youth.

Called the Fuel Cell Corridor, Ohio is also the national leader in the US for renewable energy and bio science.

In fact, many of the major cities in Ohio are the largest producers or hubs of specific industrial items such as:

1. Toledo – National Solar Center
2. Cleveland – Regenerative Medicine
3. Dayton – Aerospace & Defense
4. Akron – Rubber
5. Columbus – Technology & Development
6. Cincinnati – Mecantile

Top Fields To Pursue In Ohio:

• Energy and Environmental Technology
• Aerospace and Aviation
• Agriculture and Food Processing
• Bioscience
• Electrical & Electronics
• Manufacturing
• Computer Science

Top Universities For MS in Massachusetts

• OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI
• CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY

Cost of MS in Ohio: $$$ (Expensive)

#6: New York

East Coast

A state that requires no introduction – New York and it’s Celebrity City – New York City, is a globally recognized as a financial, business hub. Thus, it comes as no surprise that New York sees a high influx of immigrant population from within & outside the US.

New York is also considered the ‘land of opportunities’ for a diverse set of fields and has a strong startup culture.

Some of the notable places of interest to prospective students are:

1. Wall Street: Approx. 1 km long street that is home to the world’s largest stock exchanges such as NYSE & NASDAQ.
2. Silicon Alley: An emerging ecosystem of technological startups especially in the field of digital media, biotechnology, software development & game design. Google second largest office is situated in the Silicon Alley.
3. Tech Valley: A high-tech industrial area that is known for its deep focus in Computer Hardware, Nanotechnology and Digital Electronics design in general. Some of the famous Technological institutes such as听Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute are located here.

Top Fields To Pursue In New York

• Financial Services
• Healthcare
• Retail
• Professional, Scientific & Technical Courses
• Manufacturing
• Computer Science Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Management Courses

Top Universities To Pursue MS in New York

• CORNELL UNIVERSITY
• COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY
• NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY AT BUFFALO, SUNY

Cost of MS in New York: $$$ (Expensive)

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#5: Pennsylvania

East Coast

One of the 13 founding states in the US, Pennsylvania has a strong historical significance in the political tapestry of USA.

With a thriving economy that is mainly dependent on banking & agriculture, Pennsylvania would be the 19th largest economy in the world if it were an independent country.

Pennsylvania also houses some of USA’s oldest & more prestigious universities such as Carnegie Mellon University, University of Pennsylvania (President Donald Trump’s alma mater) & Pennsylvania State University.

Top Fields To Pursue MS in Pennsylvania:

• Industrial Engineering
• Food Technology
• Chemical Engineering
• Computer Science Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Management Courses

Top Universities To Pursue MS in Pennsylvania

• PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
• CARNEGIE MELLON UNIVERSITY

Cost of MS in Pennsylvania: $$ (Nominal)

#4: Illinois

Central Coast

Known more by its capital, Chicago – the windy city – Illinois is the 6th most populous state in the US and the 5th largest economy in the US.

While Illinois covers a variety of industries, some of them stand out, such as Agriculture, Manufacturing & Services Industries, which includes the higher education industry.

Illinois is also famous for producing many US presidents, such as听 Abraham Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant, and Barack Obama.

Top Fields To Pursue MS In Illinois

• Machinery
• Chemical Manufacturing
• Mining
• Agriculture
• Computer Science Engineering
• Electrical Engineering

Top Universities To Pursue MS in Illinois

• UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO URBANA-CHAMPAIGN
• UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO
• NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY

Cost of MS in Illinois:听$$ (Nominal)

#3: Florida

East Coast

Borrowing its name from Spanish word for Land Of Flowers, Florida is one of the only two states in the US that has a tropical climate, similar to Southern India.

Florida is also the 4th largest economy in the US, with major contributions coming from听general services, financial services, trade, transportation and public utilities, manufacturing and construction.

In other facts, Florida is also home to the world’s most visited vacation resort, the Walt Disney World Resort, drawing close to 50 million visitors annually.

Top Fields To Pursue MS In Florida

• Agriculture
• Aerospace & Aviation
• Life Sciences
• Financial Services
• Computer Science Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Management Courses

Top Universities To Pursue MS in Florida

• UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA, GAINSVILLE
• FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA

Cost of MS in Florida:听$$ (Nominal)

#2: Texas

Central Coast

If you’re looking for an India outside India, then this is a state you can’t miss. (Quite literally, because Texas is the second largest state in the US, by size!)

Among the 3.8% of the Asian population in Texas, Indians form the major Asian immigrant group in Texas. (1%)

Touching upon the technological & economical aspects of Texas, this state is home to six of the Top 50 Fortune 500 companies including AT&T,听 Dell & Texas Instruments.

In fact, Texas is termed as the most business-friendly state in the US.

With such large investment & infrastructure, Texas has rapidly diversified from its earlier roots in Agriculture & Farming into High Tech Industries, Oil & Gas, Renewable Energy, Aeronautics as well as Wholesale, Banking & Insurance.

Texas finds a place in every MS aspirant’s university list mainly because of it’s affordable tuition fees & comparable climatic conditions.

Top Fields To Pursue MS in Texas:

• Petroleum & Natural Gas
• Farming (Cattle and Cotton)
• Banking & Finance
• Tourism & Travel Management
• Computer Science Engineering
• Electrical Engineering

Top Universities To Pursue MS in Florida

• UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS, AUSTIN
• TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON

Cost of MS in Texas:听$ (Quite Affordable)

#1: California

West Coast

Topping the list is definitely the most popular as well as populated state in the US – California.

With an economy that runs into trillions, California is comparable to many independent countries in terms of its industrial investment & infrastructure.

Considered to be a global trendsetter, California is credited for the development of many of world’s most widespread phenomena including motion pictures, the Internet & many more.

With regards to higher education, California is famous for its strong public education system. For example, the California State University is the largest public education system in the US and has 23 campuses spread across major cities & districts.

Top Fields To Pursue MS in California:

• High Tech Computer Industries
• Software Engineering
• Robotics
• Aerospace
• Electrical Engineering

Top Universities To Pursue MS in California

• STANFORD UNIVERSITY
• UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY
• UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, LOS ANGELES

Cost of MS in California:听$ (Quite Affordable)

And, that’s a wrap.

These are some of the most popular destinations within the US. However, the key question remains- what is the ideal location for YOU? The answer to that lies in the course of your choice, your background, your career aspirations and your budget.

While location is an important factor in making a final decision about where you want to pursue MS, it is crucial to first consider universities that match your aspiration, your research interests as well as your profile!

What are some of the states that you’re considering for your MS in US?

Comment below and let us know!

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Firstly, let us address the ‘apply early’ dictum.

As it is with all things, it is always wise to plan your application process early. It helps to get your documents ready in time and to apply a little before the deadline. This helps gain time to tackle any eventualities and keep your mind tension-free. There are quite a few steps that go into this process, starting from your 91热爆/TOEFL/IELTS/GMAT preparations to filing your online application. This is why it is recommended to get going early.

Further, a few universities have a scholarship or financial deadline, which usually falls around mid-November or December. Understandably, many of us would want to target that deadline and so we prepare early.

But here are a few revelations that are hidden between these lines.

Did you know?

• 听听听听听听听听Only a few top universities have their deadlines in the period of November鈥揇ecember
• 听听听听听听听听You can try for scholarships and financial aid even after you get admitted into the university
• 听听听听听听听听There are universities that have ‘rolling admissions’
• 听听听听听听听听There are many known universities in the US with deadlines in the period from January to March
• 听听听听听听听听Some universities in the US have their deadlines in the month of June too
• 听听听听听听听听Early deadlines do not mean early decisions! 听听
• 听听听听听听听听The final deadline for some coveted universities are yet to pass

So, the good news is: You don’t have to wait for Spring’19 or Fall’19 to get going! You can start today. But first, you need to shatter the myth that only the bottom-tier universities have late deadlines in the months ahead.

Have a look at this table to review some options that are still on the table:

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What you see above are just a few popular options that are available. There are many more options still out there that could be suitable for your profile. So let us chalk out a plan to make the most of this admission season.

How Can You Plan to Meet These Late Deadlines?

#1: Ensure you give your 91热爆/GMAT and language exams soon.

January鈥揊ebruary is a good time to do so if you want to target the deadlines from mid-February. As you can report your score free of cost to some universities at the time of such exams. Use those options wisely to save time.

#2: Apply and arrange for your transcripts, mark sheets, and degrees.听听

Your transcripts are an official statement of marks issued by your university that have the attestation and stamp of your Controller of Examinations or Registrar. They must be in a signed and sealed envelope and it will be wise to apply and arrange for as many original copies as the number of universities you plan to apply to. These documents are different from the mark sheets you were issued when you graduated or passed each semester. You will need attested copies of your semester-wise mark sheets and degrees too. Often universities can take anywhere from a week to a month or even more to issue the transcripts. So, apply for them soon to have the documents with you in good time.

#3: Work on a master draft of your SOP.

As time is of essence, here is a hack to ensure you are well prepared for all the qualitative questions that the university application forms might ask. Prepare a strong master draft of your Statement of Purpose covering your academics, work experience, projects, achievements, career objectives, and purpose of applying for your masters. This is a time-consuming process. With this document ready, you can borrow from this to trim and form an SOP that will meet the university’s requirements (word limits and some specific essay questions).

#4: Finalize your choice of universities.

If you already have your scores with you, this could be a good starting point for your plans. You can shortlist 6鈥�8 universities that suit your profile and background after studying their courses, deadlines, admission requirements, and past admit trends. This requires extensive research as the options are many. It is not just a question of choosing based on ranks, you also need to look for options where you have a good chance of making a cut.

Apart from self-research, it will help to speak to your seniors, well-wishers, and relatives abroad. There are also dedicated groups and pages on social media that discuss popular universities abroad.

#5: Fill in and submit the online application form.

Once you know your options. You are done with the biggest part of your applications. The final step is to actually fill in and submit your application form. This step requires a lot of care and precision. Be sure of what you enter and review your form at least two or three times before submitting. Do check if you have uploaded the right documents. It is advisable to finish the online application process a few days before the final deadline.

#6: Report your official scores and dispatch the documents packet.听

The final leg of your application process is the official score reporting and couriering your documents, such as transcripts and degree (if the university asks for them). Be sure to use the right university and/or department codes while you are reporting your scores. Another point to note is that it is advisable to mention the reference number generated after the submission of the online application on your documents packet to ensure it is added to your application file quickly. 听

Every step is important and needs to be completed with utmost care and precision. But some planning and hard work can surely see you through this multi-step process.

There may have been many reasons that delayed your plans or you might have just recently decided to apply abroad. Whatever be the reason, there is no need to hold back and wait for the next admission season when you have options to do them right now too!

So, it is time to get started and with a positive attitude, some hard work, and the right guidance you can definitely make it to a world-class graduate program this season itself.

Comment below and let us know if you have any questions. We’ll be happy to answer them all!

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鈥榃hy do you want to pursue your graduate studies?鈥�

Some of us want to do an MS to take our UG studies forward (say after BTech in Computer Science, one could go on to pursue an MS in CS). Others want to change their field and cross over to an entirely new field of study (for example, moving from BSc Physics to a program in Law).

Then there are those who want to pursue more streamlined and often inter-disciplinary programs (like from BTech in Mechanical Engineering to MS in Automobile Engineering). These programs offer interesting and unique concentrations and specializations, and are fast gaining popularity among those planning their graduate studies abroad.

MS in Management of Information Systems (MIS) and MS in Data Science (DS) are two such streamlined programs. These programs cater to specific academic interests and career goals among students of engineering and/or management. They sound similar and have some common ground between them.

Read on to know more about these interesting courses offered abroad and which one is best suited for you.

About MS in MIS

MS in MIS is a course designed to train you in the employment of computer-related technology in business functions. You may have heard from your friends and well-wishers that this is a course that is somewhere in between an MS and an MBA. In a way that is true, but that description does not do complete justice to the intensity and uniqueness of the program.

The core objective of this interdisciplinary course is to catapult you into managerial positions mainly in the field of IT. You will learn to use web technology and computerized information systems to solve business problems and maximize the output of business processes.

A glance at some of the popular technical and managerial courses covered by this program will shed light on how this course is designed:

There is no uniform curriculum for this program. So, some universities offer courses that focus more on the technical subjects, implying that they are suitable for students who are from the IT background seeking to step into managerial roles, while other courses focus on the managerial aspect and target business professionals who seek to specialize in IT.

In fact, depending on the composition of the curriculum, you have more courses that are different amalgamates of management and engineering courses. They include:

• MSTM 鈥� MS in Technology Management
• MSIS 鈥� MS in Information Systems

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About MS in Data Science

MS in Data Science is another popular program which is a relatively recent addition to the list of courses offered by universities abroad. This course is the result of universities adapting their programs to the industry鈥檚 demand for more Data Scientists and 鈥楤ig Data鈥� Specialists.

MS in Data Science focuses on quantitative courses and is an intersection of Computer Science and statistics. The program aims to train students in the practical tools and techniques to work with large-scale data.

Simply put, there is a lot of data generated across industries, from telecom to the internet or social media. Through a degree in Data Science, you will hone your ability to make patterns and meanings out of routinely generated data lumps across sectors.

If we take a look at the curriculum commonly offered under this degree, we can understand that it requires some command over fields like Mathematics, Statistics, and Coding.

Here is a list (not exhaustive) of some courses offered under this program:

• Statistical Methods of Data Science
• Machine Learning
• Information Visualization
• Programming
• Data Mining
• Data Modelling

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MS in MIS vs. MS in Data Science: What鈥檚 the Difference?

So, how are these two courses different from each other?

The table below will give you a better picture of what they offer and which one is more suitable for you.

Then, what’s Business Analytics and how is it different from MIS or DS?

Read our special feature on Business Analytics!

Who should opt for MS in MIS?

Most MS in MIS programs are suitable for students with basic exposure to computer science and the motivation to learn the key aspects of leadership and business management. They can yield good career prospects for students with the right set of hard and soft skills.

Often, universities offering this program look for students with some relevant practical experience or a strong inclination to pursue management studies in the domain of IT. So, you will have to prepare well and communicate your interests persuasively to make it into this program.

[READ]: How to research and select best universities for MS in MIS according to your profile?

Who should opt for MS in DS?

MS in DS requires the applicant to have strong quantitative abilities, and prior training in Mathematics (Calculus and Algebra), Statistics, and Programming is appreciated.

Most universities offering MS in DS program have good industrial tie-ups to give practical exposure and networking opportunities to their students. As a research-intensive and evolving field, the competition in Data Science is quite high.

Understandably, a high level of qualification in this domain (e.g., PhD) enhances your career prospects substantially. This is not to rule out employment prospects for young graduates, but to suggest the advantage of studying further in this field after MS.

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Now that you have an idea about these relatively new programs, do you think one of these courses is meant for you? If yes, then time to get cracking!

Tailoring your admission process specifically for such programs is surely a task of mammoth proportions.

But you need not shy from thinking big! With proper guidance, information, and the right plan of action, you can surely make it to your dream program.

If you have any questions regarding MS in MIS or Data Science or even admission process, in general, just comment below and we’ll be happy to get back to you at the earliest!

Good Luck!

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