Data Analytics (MBA) | Online
Cairn University’s online MBA in Data Analytics is a biblically-grounded graduate program designed to equip professionals with advanced data analytics skills, strategic business leadership, and a biblical worldview.
Why a Masters in Data Analytics?
Graduate with the in-demand skills and knowledge employers are looking for as you leverage data to drive decision-making and innovation. Through a Christ-centered lens, you’ll gain practical experience in analytical modeling, data visualization, and strategic thinking—preparing you to lead ethically and effectively in today’s competitive marketplace.
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The online MBA in Data Analytics integrates a rigorous 27-credit business core with specialized data analytics coursework, 3 credits of business electives, and 6 credits in Bible/Theology. This program prepares you for high-demand roles in business intelligence, data-driven decision-making, and ethical leadership across industries. Gain expertise in big data, predictive modeling, and analytics tools while aligning your career with Christian principles—ideal for aspiring data analysts, business strategists, and organizational leaders seeking a values-based MBA in Data Analytics.
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Required Credits: 36
Curriculum Highlights:
- BUS 601 – Decision Analytics Credits: 3
- BUS 603 – Finance Credits: 3
- BUS 607 – Operations Credits: 3
- BUS 625 – Effective Organizations Credits: 3
- BUS 691 – Strategy Credits: 3
- BUS 701 – Predictive Analytics Credits: 3
- BUS 781 – Advanced Data Analytics Credits: 3
- CIS 621 – Database Design Concepts Credits: 3
- CIS 661 – Machine Learning Credits: 3
Business Competence
Students will demonstrate understanding of core business subjects such as operations, finance, strategy, marketing, and leadership.
Leadership and Teamwork
Students will gain the skills needed to succeed as leaders and managers of diverse teams, and apply biblical and ethical values.
Biblical Foundation
Students will apply biblical principles as the foundational core for their business decisions and actions.
Decisive Action
Students will demonstrate the ability to evaluate and apply appropriate and relevant decision-making tools and principles, and then follow through on their decisions with action.
Effective Communication
Students will demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in business interactions of various types
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All Cairn University students must have professed a faith in Jesus Christ as Savior as evidenced by providing a personal testimony that details this faith. By submitting an application, students acknowledge the University’s doctrinal position and standards of conduct as outlined in the Foundational Statements. Below are the admission requirements:
- Application: Submit the Application for Admission along with the $25 non-refundable fee. Apply today using code faithmatters and we will waive the fee.
- Transcripts: Order official transcripts for all conferred degrees to be sent to Cairn University. Applicants without an undergraduate degree in business may be required to complete one or more preparatory courses.
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The tuition rates are posted on this page. A promotional rate of $400 per credit is currently available for the online MBA.
Cairn University also partners with many organizations and offers tuition discounts. Please contact us to find out if your organization has a partnership with Cairn University.
Additional information on scholarships, grants, and loans is available from this page.
Cairn Online has been approved to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA), which regionally oversees postsecondary online education.
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Featured Faculty
John Covone
Dean of the School of Business & Technology
Professor Covone teaches accounting, finance, and business-related classes. As a professor, he believes in fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills within the classroom. Professor Covone believes in the axiom “great learning can start by asking great questions” and he encourages that of his students. Professor Covone had worked for over 30 years in accounting and management within the buildings materials manufacturing, and aerospace & defense industries.
Prior to teaching at Cairn, Professor Covone had 20 plus years teaching both undergraduate and graduate students at various colleges throughout the Philadelphia region.
Cairn Online Frequently Asked Questions
Cairn Online courses based on Cairn’s 100+ years tradition of excellence in biblical education. Our on faculty has carefully designed them taking into consideration what works best for the online learner. The modular design and asynchronous delivery enable you to complete your studies while you pursue your career, ministry and spend time with your family.
Courses typically contain seven units and are delivered in 7-week terms*. Each unit contains 5-7 modular activities. Each learning activity includes instructional videos accompanied by reflections, quizzes, discussion forums and other assessments. Courses also utilize adaptive learning technologies such as Cerego for long-term retention of concepts and VoiceThread for enhanced collaboration.
The asynchronous delivery provides flexibility around your daily busy schedule. In most courses, interactive activities are typically due by Wednesday while the rest of the unit’s work is due by Sunday night. The MBA, M.A. in Music and Criminal Justice programs use the 7RD2 process and require the completion of certain activities daily to optimize learning.
Our own Cairn faculty intentionally participate in the course throughout the week to provide you with an incarnational experience.
*Few capstone courses are intentionally offered in 14 weeks to optimize student learning.
All courses are developed by one or more course developers and taught by our own faculty. The instructors are also intentionally involved in the course throughout the week by providing direction in the course activities, participating in the forum discussions, grading the student work and providing substantive feedback. Most courses also offer optional office hours weekly via Zoom or similar video conferencing tools.
The course transfer depends on where you are transferring from, and what program you are transferring to. If you are coming to Cairn Online from another institution, it is very likely you will have some credits that will transfer. Because there are so many options, we encourage you to talk to an enrollment counselor. If you are transferring out, Cairn is a regionally accredited school and some credits should transfer with relative ease. Each college sets their own transfer criteria, so be sure to check their policies for specifics.
Cairn is approved to offer financial aid because of its regional accreditation. There are many options available and typically students qualify for at least one type of federal aid. Many students receive scholarships and grants that make earning their degree even more affordable. Cairn offers a variety of scholarships and discounts in addition to options for loans and grants. Please refer to this page for details.
The requirements depend on the program you are considering. Please refer to this page for details.