
The Quantitative Management - Business Analytics master’s program at University of Duke offers an 18-month curriculum designed to provide students with advanced skills in data-driven business decision-making and management analytics. Students gain expertise in statistical modeling, data visualization, predictive analytics, and business strategy while learning to solve complex organizational challenges using quantitative methods. The program emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and applied practice, preparing learners to analyze data, optimize processes, and implement data-informed strategies in diverse business contexts.
Participants benefit from faculty mentorship, online interactive modules, and applied projects that mirror real-world business problems. The curriculum emphasizes business analytics, data modeling, quantitative methods and predictive decision-making, enabling students to extract actionable insights from large datasets and improve strategic outcomes. Through applied case studies, simulations, and research-based projects, learners strengthen analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills, preparing them for roles in business intelligence, management, and data-driven decision-making.
Semester 1 – Foundations in Quantitative Management
• Business Analytics and Data Interpretation
• Statistical Methods for Management
• Introduction to Business Strategy
• Seminar in Data-Driven Decision Making
Semester 2 – Applied Analytics & Modeling
• Predictive Analytics and Machine Learning
• Data Visualization and Reporting
• Elective in Specialized Business Analytics Topic
• Applied Project
Semester 3 – Capstone & Professional Integration
• Advanced Quantitative Methods for Business
• Strategic Decision-Making Using Data
• Research Project / Applied Study
• Professional Portfolio Development
Graduates of this program are prepared for professional roles in business analytics, management consulting, data strategy, and decision-making. Common career paths include business analyst, data strategist, management consultant and analytics manager. Additional opportunities exist in multinational corporations, technology firms, financial institutions, and consulting agencies. The program also provides a foundation for students pursuing advanced study in business analytics or data-driven management. By combining quantitative expertise with applied business experience, graduates are equipped to drive informed strategic decisions and improve organizational performance.
This 18-month, part-time master’s program is ideal for students seeking a practical and applied approach to business analytics. The curriculum emphasizes business analytics, quantitative methods, data modeling and applied problem-solving, allowing learners to integrate technical and strategic skills in real-world business contexts. Students engage in applied projects, case studies, and faculty-guided research that strengthen analytical, managerial, and professional abilities. The program’s flexible, part-time format ensures graduates are prepared for careers in business intelligence, management consulting, analytics leadership, or further study. For those aiming to enhance business decision-making with data-driven insights, this program provides a highly practical and effective pathway.
For further information, please contact the admissions office at:
Phone: +1 (919) 684-8111
Email: admissions@duke.edu
Address: University of Duke, Durham, North Carolina, United States