Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence
Overview
Harness the power of data and AI to drive business innovation. Gain practical experience in analytics, artificial intelligence and strategic decision-making while developing the technical and business skills employers value.
Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence combines business strategy with cutting-edge technologies to prepare you for the future of data-driven decision-making. You'll develop the analytical, technical and leadership skills to help organizations solve complex challenges, uncover insights from data and leverage artificial intelligence to improve business performance.
Through a curriculum that blends business fundamentals with analytics, machine learning, data visualization and AI applications, you'll gain hands-on experience using industry-standard tools and technologies. Apply your knowledge through real-world projects, case studies and experiential learning opportunities while working alongside expert faculty and industry partners.
Graduates are equipped to pursue careers across a wide range of industries, using data and AI to drive innovation, improve operations and shape strategic decisions.
Admissions
Admissions
Current Ontario secondary school students must complete the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with six 4U or 4M credits including English (ENG4U) with a minimum average of 60 per cent and one of Advanced Functions (MHF4U), Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U) or Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U) with a minimum average of 60 per cent.
Note: Admission is competitive. The specific average or standing required for admission varies from year to year. Students are selected by taking into consideration a wide range of criteria including school marks, distribution of subjects taken and performance in subjects relevant to the academic program. Possession of the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Preference will be given to applicants with the best qualifications.
| Last year's cut-off | 70 per cent |
|---|---|
| Expected cut-off | low 70s |
The application process and important dates/deadlines are outlined on our admissions website:
• Ontario secondary school applicants
• Ontario secondary school graduates
• Canadian out-of-province high school applicants
• International applicants
• Mature applicants (over 21 and never attended post-secondary)
• Transfer applicants
• General Arts and Science (GAS) applicants
• Home-schooled applicants
Career opportunities
Accounting
- Accountant
- Auditor
- Banker
- Consultant
- Controller
- Credit Analyst
- Financial Analyst
- Financial Planner
- Tax Accountant
Finance
- Corporate Lender
- Financial Analyst
- Financial Planner
- Investment Advisor
- Investment Banker
- Portfolio Manager
- Securities Trader
- Treasurer
Marketing
- Advertising Executive
- Brand Manager
- Channel Manager
- Marketing Coordinator
- Marketing Researcher
- Retail Manager
- Sales Manager
Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources Management
- Compensation Analyst
- Employee Benefits Coordinator
- Public Health Officer
- Human Resources Manager
- Labour Relations Specialist
- Recruitment Specialist
- Training and Development Officer
Technology Management
- Business Analytics Consultant
- Business Intelligence Officer
- Information and Communication Technology Manager
- Information Systems Analyst
Experiential learning
You will gain firsthand business experience through internship work placements (locally or abroad) or Capstone study projects in which you work as a team to provide consulting services to one of our industry partners. Learn more on the faculty website.
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Sample courses
The first two years of the program have a common curriculum featuring simulations, teamwork and case studies. In your third year, students can proceed to one of five majors:
- Accounting
- Finance
- Marketing
- Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources Management
- Technology Management
You may also complete a minor from one of these areas, or in Operations and Supply Chain Management.
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