Business Analytics Major & Double Major
Build the quantitative skills that employers demand — and make data-driven decisions that change the world.
Program
Why Business Analytics?
Business Analytics is one of the fastest-growing fields in the global economy. Organizations of every size and sector need professionals who can collect, analyze, and communicate data-driven insights — and act on them ethically and effectively.
Loyola University New Orleans offers a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a major in Business Analytics through the AACSB-accredited College of Business. The program uniquely combines quantitative rigor with Jesuit ethical reasoning — producing analysts who are both technically excellent and morally grounded.
The major is available as a primary degree or as a double major, making it an excellent complement to Accounting, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, International Business, Management, Marketing, and more.
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Core Curriculum
A rigorous blend of business, statistics, programming, and ethics — designed to produce versatile analytics professionals.
Business Analytics
Foundational business analytics course; requires Sophomore standing
Intro to Programming I
Introductory programming, part of the major's mathematics/CS adjunct requirements
Intro to Linear Algebra
Linear algebra foundations required for the major
The Double Major Advantage
Business Analytics pairs powerfully with almost any discipline — amplifying your expertise in that field with data skills.
Financial reporting analytics, forensic data analysis, audit automation
Econometrics, policy analysis, causal inference
Startup analytics, market validation, growth modeling
Quantitative finance, risk analytics, algorithmic trading
Global market analysis, cross-border data strategy, trade analytics
Operations analytics, workforce modeling, strategic decision science
Marketing analytics, customer intelligence, campaign optimization
The Common Thread
Business Analytics Sits at the Intersection
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Where Our Graduates Go
Business analytics graduates are among the most in-demand professionals in today's economy.
Data Analyst
Finance, retail, healthcare, and government sectors
Business Intelligence Analyst
Dashboard & reporting roles in corporate environments
Analytics Consultant
Big Four, boutique consulting, and internal strategy teams
Data Scientist
Machine learning, AI, and advanced modeling roles
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