Business Analytics (BS)
At Cairn University, the Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics equips you to turn data into decisions. You’ll develop a strong foundation in business—accounting, finance, marketing, and management—while building technical fluency in statistics, data management, and analytics tools used by modern organizations. Graduates leave ready to translate complex data into clear, ethical, and actionable insights.
If you want to be the teammate who can ask the right questions, analyze the evidence, and communicate recommendations with integrity, this program is for you.
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Choose Your Program Path
Both learning modalities share the same Christ‑centered foundation and industry‑focused outcomes. Pick the format that fits your life and learning preferences.
In Person
Whether a working professional, a busy parent, or you are just someone who thrives learning through a virtual model, our online program includes:
If you are ready to take the next step in your career, our in-person counseling program might be right for you if you appreciate:
- Strong, faith-based classroom connection
- Real-time practice and feedback
- Access to on-campus resources
- Manageable and flexible 7-week course cycles
- Familiarity with a virtual setting for counseling sessions
Graduates pursue roles across corporate, nonprofit, and entrepreneurial settings. Common pathways include:
Data & Business Intelligence: business analyst, data analyst, BI developer, reporting analyst, analytics translator
Operations & Supply Chain Analytics: operations analyst, supply chain/data coordinator, process improvement analyst
Marketing & Customer Analytics: marketing analyst, CRM analyst, digital analytics specialist, customer success insights
Finance & FP&A Analytics: junior financial analyst, revenue analyst, pricing analyst, dashboard/reporting analyst
Product & Digital: product analyst, web analytics specialist, experimentation/A‑B testing coordinator
Consulting & Professional Services: analytics consultant, implementation specialist, associate in data‑driven advisory
Nonprofit & Ministry: program evaluation analyst, development/advancement insights, community impact analytics
Leadership Trajectories: with experience and credentials, advancement to senior analyst, analytics manager, BI lead, or director of analytics
Our BS in Business program provides students with a comprehensive education rooted in Christian principles. For a comprehensive cost breakdown, see below:
| Per Semester | Academic Year | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (12-18 credits/semester) | $16,997.00 | $33,994.00 |
| Activity Fee | $287.50 | $575.00 |
| Housing | $3,547.00 | $7,094.00 |
| Meals (unlimited access plan) | $3,164.50 | $6,329.00 |
| Total Tuition & Fees | $23,996.00 | $47,992.00 |
| Average Aid Award | ($10,021.00) | ($20,042.00) |
| AVERAGE TOTAL EXPENSE | $13,975.00 | $27,950.00 |
| Other Fees | ||
| First Time Student Fee | $500 (first semester only) | |
| Overload (over 18 credits/semester) fee per credit | $965/credit | |
| 9/week Meal Plan (for students with internships) | $2,250/semester | |
| Part-Time Student Costs | ||
| 1-7 credits per semester | $1,045/credit | |
| 8-11 credits per semester | $1,425/credit | |
| Audit fee | $600/course | |
| Dual Enrollment Student Costs | ||
| High School Dual Enrollment | $80/credit | |
| Cairn Online Dual Enrollment | $129/credit | |
| On-campus Dual Enrollment | $149/credit | |
| 2025 Summer Session Costs | ||
| Tuition | $450/credit | |
| Room fee per week | $160 | |
| Meal plan for 5 day week | $150 | |
Blog Articles
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