MSBA Prerequisites

Update on Prerequisites

In an effort to make the UC Davis Master of Science in Business Analytics program more accessible to a broad range of applicants, including those from non-traditional quantitative backgrounds, the program has removed the Calculus and Linear Algebra prerequisite requirements for applicants and incoming students.

We hold academic student success in the highest regard and, in support of this commitment, have expanded our academic support offerings. These additional resources include tutoring services and small-group office hours available to all MSBA students at no additional cost throughout their enrollment in the program.

Students who have questions or believe they may benefit from these resources are strongly encouraged to contact our Academic Director, Dr. Carrie Beam, for further information at cbeam@ucdavis.edu.

For questions about specific coursework please send transcripts or questions to: gsm-msba-admissions@ucdavis.edu.

Required Coursework

Computing

  • Principles and use of programming. Basic knowledge of Python or R. Understanding data structures, flow of control, iteration and functions. Additional Python support provided to students who need it when they arrive.

Statistics

  • Basic probability, densities and distributions, ordinary least squares, multiple regression.
    • Online course suggestion (Course 1: Introduction to Probability and Data and Course 3: Linear Regression and Modeling)

Recommended Coursework

Mathematics