UBC Master Of Business Anal Ytics

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UBCMaster ofBusiness Analytics12-MONTH PROGRAMsauder.ubc.ca/mban

Discoverthe UBC Master ofBusiness Analytics“The UBC program added immense value to my life andcareer. The holistic design of the program taught methe skills required to generate business intelligence fromdata. While working in diverse teams, I could discover mypassion and strengths, which made me feel confident andready to launch my career in business analytics.”Isha KatariaBusiness Technology Analyst at Deloitte CanadaToronto, CanadaUBC MBAN, Class of 2018The world of analytics is fascinating, challenging, andbooming. Cutting-edge companies have no shortageof data. But they do have a shortage of highly skilledprofessionals who can interpret this data and useit to make effective decisions. In fact, experts areprojecting opportunities are only going to increasein both the public and private sectors as businessessearch for analysts to help them make strategic,data-driven decisions.Equal parts data analysis and big picture decisionmaking, the UBC Master of Business Analytics (MBAN)prepares you to fill this void. In twelve months, thisprestigious degree will give you more than the technicalskills to analyze large sets of data, it will also prepareyou for the business world. The curriculum coverseverything from marketing to operations in addition toadvanced analytics so that you will be able to interpretdata within a broader business context.1

Why Studyat UBCA Community ofExcellenceAcross every discipline, UBC Sauder's faculty are among the very best inthe world. They’re not just world-leading academics, they’re also business leaderswho, as in-demand consultants, apply their sought-after expertise to the real world.You will learn from academic and businessleaders alike, and with our small cohort,will benefit from face-to-face time with yourinstructors. Our “flipped classroom” approach,where essential knowledge is delivered outsidethe classroom and class time becomes groundsfor active engagement, will help bring the modernbusiness world to life as you learn.UBC is#37University in the Worldfor Research Reputation(Times Higher Education Academic ReputationSurvey 2019 - Research)100 faculty from25 countriesCentre for Operations Excellence (COE): An internationally recognizedleader in operations research and analytics, UBC Sauder's COE workswith industry partners in nearly every business sector.entrepreneurship@UBC: UBC’s own venture accelerator has executives inresidence, a startup space, a mentor network, a Lean Launchpad Acceleratorand a Seed Fund for high-potential ventures. Since 2013, entrepreneurship@UBC has helped more than 600 UBC venture teams.HATCH: A UBC technology incubator that leverages the expertise of UBCSauder and entrepreneurship@UBC and a seasoned team of domain-specificexperts to provide real-world, hands-on guidance.1#37#University in Canadafor Business & Economics*1#So-Eun ParkSteven ShechterProfessor, Operations and Logistics DivisionAward-winning educator for teaching excellenceAssistant Professor, Marketing andBehavioural Science DivisionPresented at the 2018 INFORMS MarketingScience ConferenceDirector, Centre for Operations ExcellenceAssociate Professor, Operations and Logistics DivisionRecently awarded a Career Investigator Award from theMichael Smith Foundation for Health ResearchTeaches: Consulting Practices andProject ManagementTeaches: Pricing AnalyticsTeaches: Simulation Modelling I: Data Processingand Monte Carlo SimulationBusiness Programin Canada**University inthe World** Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2019** Maclean’s University Rankings 20192Harish Krishnan4Yanwen WangGene Moo LeeAssistant Professor, Marketing andBehavioural Science DivisionPublished in INFORMS' research premier journal,Marketing ScienceAssistant Professor, Accounting andInformation Systems DivisionWork has appeared in top-tier journals such as MISQuarterly and Journal of Business EthicsTeaches: Customer Relationship ManagementTeaches: Business Analytics ProgrammingMartha EssakLecturer, Operations and Logistics DivisionTeaching interests include regression analysis, forecastingusing time series and survey designTeaches: Descriptive and Predictive Analytics53

ExperientialLearningAs a UBC MBAN candidate, you will acquire the professional skills to complementyour academic accomplishments. You will analyze analytics case studies, collaboratewith industry partners, and have the opportunity to participate in national and globalindustry case competitions.Analytics Consulting InternshipAll UBC MBAN candidates participate in a 4-month internship where you will consult on an analytical challengefaced by a partner company or non-profit organization. There are two main internship streams that students canapply for: an analytics research project supervised by UBC Sauder's renowned Centre for Operations Excellenceor a traditional internship contributing to an analytics project onsite at a partner company in Vancouver. Pastindustry partners include TELUS, Boeing Vancouver, and Fraser Health Authority.Recent Case StudiesStudent Clubs and Case CompetitionsUsing Text-Mining Approaches to Build SocialMedia AnalyticsMBAN Student Society: Not only does the UBC MBANStudent Society represent MBAN students in academic andadministrative matters, it also builds community, facilitatesa positive cohort experience and provides candidates withthe opportunity to hone their leadership skills by organizingnetworking and social events.As part of one recent project, UBC MBAN candidatesexplored how to apply structure to large unstructureddatasets found on social media. By conductingin-depth analyses, they distilled this valuable datainto invaluable insights.Forecasting Energy for the Vancouver InternationalAirport (YVR)While pursuing a UBC MBAN, students collaborate withprominent companies across a number of sectors. UsingVancouver International Airport as a case study, studentsforecasted monthly energy use, a necessity for theairport’s budget planning and contract negotiations.4Hackathon: In collaboration with Kabam Games, a leadingmobile game developer, students competed in teams toconduct data analysis and create an algorithmic model thatnot only identifies which gamers will become spenders, butalso determines their value.INFORMS OR & Analytics Student Team Competition:Immerse yourself in the international communityof business analysts by taking part in this leadinginternational competition, where you will get practicalexperience solving a company’s real business problemusing an operational research/analytics approach."I always wanted to be a bridge between business andtechnical people. The UBC MBAN program providedme with both technical skills and business insights thathelped me learn how to identify the business need andthen apply my technical knowledge to solve the problem."Kemal Baris TanData Scientist at KPMGVancouver, CanadaUBC MBAN, Class of 20195

How It Works &Program JourneyAUGUSTSEPTEMBERPeriod 2OCTOBERNOVEMBERDECEMBERPeriod 3JANUARYBREAKAs part of the UBC Sauder MBAN program, you will have the option to writethe INFORMS Associate Certified Analytics Professional certification exam.This prestigious designation is a credential for new analytics professionals.BREAKPeriod 1Associate Certified Analytics Professional (aCAP exam)Period 4FEBRUARYPeriod 5MARCHAPRILBUSINESSANALYTICSPROGRAMMINGBUSINESS APPLICATIONSOF MACHINE LEARNINGDECISION ANALYSIS UNDERUNCERTAINTYADVANCED PREDICTIVEBUSINESS ANALYTICSMARKETING ANALYTICSDATA DRIVEN MARKETINGOPTIMAL DECISION MAKINGIIPROCESS FUNDAMENTALSFORECASTING AND TIMESERIES PREDICTIONJULYAUGUSTCUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPMANAGEMENTSIMULATION MODELLING IPRICING ANALYTICSHACKATHONDESCRIPTIVE AND PREDICTIVEBUSINESS ANALYTICSSTRATEGIC MANAGEMENTOPTIMAL DECISIONMAKING ICAREER DEVELOPMENTDATA MANAGEMENTFOR BUSINESSANALYTICSBUSINESS IMMERSIONANALYZING &MODELLINGUNCERTAINTYJUNEANALYTICS CONSULTING INTERNSHIPCAREER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMINGOPENINGWEEKMAYSIMULATION MODELLING IICONSULTING PRACTICES ANDPROJECT MANAGEMENTSUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENTProgram schedule may be subject to changeOpening Week:This mandatory orientation to the programallows you to get to know your cohort,become familiar with your program journey,and gain insight into how to succeed over thesubsequent 12 months.6Career Development Programming:The Hari B. Varshney Business CareerCentre will prepare you to be industryand market ready through a careerdevelopment course, workshops, and1-on-1 career coaching. See Page 8 formore information.Courses:The program involves a comprehensive,intense curriculum that will give you a strongfoundation to make informed data-drivenbusiness decisions.Analytics Consulting Internship:A 4-month internship designed to helpcandidates apply their skills in a professionalbusiness environment.7

PersonalizedCareer DevelopmentCareerOutcomesUsing in-depth knowledge of what employers around the world are looking for,the Hari B. Varshney Business Career Centre will help you explore professionaldevelopment opportunities and build a career that's meaningful to you.91We will help you: U ncover your strengths and career aspirations D evelop your industry research skills B ecome a confident interviewee D evelop and articulate your personal brand C reate your own job search strategy andget free access to UBC Sauder’s job posting andevent databaseAlong with strong technical skills, Emotional Intelligence(EQ) is one of the most in-demand competenciesemployers are looking for. By offering exclusive EQassessments and development opportunities, we willhelp set you up for long-term career success.*Emotional Intelligence 2.0of UBC MBAN Class of2018 employed within3 months of graduation 61,723 36,000 - 90,000Salary AverageSalary RangeNetworking Opportunities:Bachelor Degree:Career after the UBC MBAN:Bachelor of Arts in Technology, Electronics, andCommunication EngineeringData Scientist at KPMG A lumni mixers and employer networkingreceptions to make new contactsMaster of Business Administration in MarketingTechnology Analyst at Deloitte Consulting A ccess to off-campus networking opportunitiesBachelor of Accounting and OperationsManagementFinancial Analyst at Best BuyBachelor of Engineering in Electronicsand TelecommunicationsData Specialist at Traction on DemandBachelor of Arts in EconomicsRevenue Analyst at Kabam Games C ompany information sessions withtop employers C ompany tours and open house visitsin Vancouver B uild your own professional networkDid you know that 90% of top performersalso have high EQ*%Mentor and Training Programs: Capital Markets Training Program Case Interview Prep Program Finance Mentorship Program Strategy Consulting Mentorship ProgramExamples of 2018 Employers:"The hands-on nature of the programnot only helped me enhance mytechnical skills, but also preparedme for the industry. The Hari B.Varshney Business Career Centrewas instrumental in shaping mypersonal brand and job search.”Shally TyagiData Developer at Traction on DemandVancouver, CanadaUBC MBAN, Class of 201989

Vancouver: A City of IdeasConsistently ranked as one of the most livable cities in North America and the world(The Economist, 2018), Vancouver offers unparalleled opportunities.A Leading Entrepreneurial CityWest Coast LifestyleVancouver by the Numbers*As Canada’s fastest-growing metropolitan economy(Conference Board of Canada, 2017), Vancouver ispositioning itself as a leader in the job market. The growthof Vancouver’s tech sector has also gained recognition,making Vancouver a hub for startups. Companies bornhere include Lululemon, Arc’teryx, and Vision Critical, allof which have hired UBC Sauder graduates.Vancouver offers a temperate climate andunlimited options for outdoor adventure– from kayaking and sailing in English Bayto skiing and biking on the North Shoremountains. This cosmopolitan city iscompact enough to make its recreationaland cultural attractions easily accessible,and big enough to ensure there is alwayssomething new to discover. 7 5,000 professionals work in Tech & Information &Communications Technology (ICT) in Vancouver Home to 3 of Canada’s 5 Tech Unicorns (startups valued at over 1 billion), namely Slack, Hootsuite and Avigilon 60,000 people employed in Vancouver’s finance sector All 5 of Canada’s largest banks have operations in Vancouver,and several international banks Social enterprise sector employs 13,000 people and earns 500 million annually*Vancouver Economic Commission10121113

Your FellowCandidatesOur Admissions ProcessThe UBC Master of Business Analytics selection process is rigorous. We intentionally keep our cohortsmall – with an intake of 50 to 60 candidates every year – to help foster a more collegial and personalenvironment. Candidates are carefully selected against competitive requirements to ensure that, oncein the program, you learn from peers who have demonstrated vision, leadership and experience.What starts as your cohort will turn into one of the most valuable professional networks you couldbuild. During your 12 months in the UBC Master of Business Analytics, you will be surrounded by atruly international cohort, who’ll bring different perspectives, opinions and backgrounds. Experiencingthis collaborative environment will help you hit the ground running in the professional world.1UBC Master of Business Analytics Class of 2019 Profile*Class size: 5042%b. Create an account on our website and get started on your % EconomicsAge Range:21-38Business27% HumanitiesSubmit DocumentationApplications will be reviewed once we have received copies of all requireddocuments and references, and verified your test scores. Please note that if yousubmit unofficial documents at the time of application, official documents mustbe received by the Admissions office no later than August 25, 2020. Transcripts/degree certificates/translation4% Computer Science Letters o

Cutting-edge companies have no shortage . of data. But they do have a shortage of highly skilled professionals who can interpret this data and use it to make effective decisions. In fact, experts are projecting opportunities are only going to increase in both the public and private sectors as businesses search for analysts to help them make strategic, data-driven decisions. Equal parts data .