商业分析硕士（Master of Science in Business Analytics）
核心：Computer Science + Statistics/Machine Learning + Business Strategy
项目时长：3-4学期（1-2年）
总学分：33
课程开始时间：8月24
就业合作机构partner：
Disney
Paramount Pictures
Lionsgate Entertainment
Sony Pictures Entertainment
Netflix
DreamWorks
MGM
Google
eBay
BCBG Max Azria
L’Oreal
Beats by Dr. Dre
Nike
Nielsen
Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
Taco Bell
Nestle
Mattel Toys
招生变化对比：
2017-2019
2020
- 对GPA的要求降低
- 更加看重实习经历
核心：Computer Science + Statistics/Machine Learning + Business Strategy
项目时长：3-4学期（1-2年）
总学分：33
课程开始时间：8月24
项目特色/知识点：
1，Programming
- Data Cleaning
- Data Wrangling
- Data Visualization
- Web Scrapping
- Database Management
- Python (Main Language of Study)
- R
- SQL
- NoSQL
1，Programming
- Data Cleaning
- Data Wrangling
- Data Visualization
- Web Scrapping
- Database Management
- Python (Main Language of Study)
- R
- SQL
- NoSQL
2，Statistics & Machine Learning
- Probability Distributions
- Inferential Statistics
- Supervised Learning Methods (linear regression, logistic regression, lasso, ridge regression, decision trees, LDA, QDA, KNN, PCR, neural networks, random forests, SVM)
- Unsupervised Learning Methods (k-means, hierarchical clustering)
- Deep learning (CNN, RNN, LSTM, GAN),
3，Optimization Methods
- Simulation Models
- Linear
- Non-linear
- Discrete
- Dynamic optimization
4，Business Specialization
- Marketing Analytics
- Fraud Analytics
- Operations Analytics
- Game Analytics
- Time-Series Analytics
- Healthcare Analytics
- Supply Chain Analytics
- Pricing Strategies
- Text Analytics & Natural Language Processing
5，Soft Skills
- Business Communication
- Dashboarding
- Consultation
- Collaboration
- Strategy
- Problem Solving
- Problem Framing
课程设置：
First Semester (Fall)
GSBA 545: Data Driven Decision Making (1.5 units)
DSO 510: Business Analytics (1.5 units)
DSO 545: Statistical Computing and Data Visualization (3 units)
GSBA 542: Communication for Management (1.5 units)
DSO 552: SQL Databases for Business Analysts (1.5 units)
Elective (optional)
Second Semester (Spring)
DSO 530: Applied Modern Statistical Learning Methods (3 units)
DSO 570: The Analytics Edge: Data, Models, and Effective Decisions (3 units)
DSO 553: NoSQL Databases in Big Data (1.5 units)
Elective (3 units)
Third Semester (Fall)
DSO 573*: Data Analytics Driven Dynamic Strategy & Execution (3 units)
Elective (3 units)
Elective (3 units)
Elective (1.5 units)
2020录取情况：
中国学生录取 43位（所有国家当中最多）国际学生总共 74人
平均GRE 324
平均GPA 3.68
就业机构（Partner）：
市场营销硕士（Master of Science in Marketing）
The USC Marshall Master of Science in Marketing Program (ranked 6th in the nation by TFE Times) is designed to develop an in-depth knowledge of relevant and innovative marketing skills and techniques for prospective students interested in pursuing or enhancing their existing marketing careers. The program provides tools, concepts, frameworks, critical thinking skills and practical hands-on projects in areas of interest that include entertainment, sports entertainment, luxury and lifestyle, technology, healthcare and marketing start-ups.
分支Tracks:
市场分析（Analytics）STEM
消费者行为（Consumer Behavior）
总学分：30
是否为STEM：是
学费：$59400
时间：1年
课程设置：
1，市场分析（Analytics）
2，消费者行为（Consumer Behavior）
- Inferential Statistics
- Supervised Learning Methods (linear regression, logistic regression, lasso, ridge regression, decision trees, LDA, QDA, KNN, PCR, neural networks, random forests, SVM)
- Unsupervised Learning Methods (k-means, hierarchical clustering)
- Deep learning (CNN, RNN, LSTM, GAN),
3，Optimization Methods
- Simulation Models
- Linear
- Non-linear
- Discrete
- Dynamic optimization
4，Business Specialization
- Marketing Analytics
- Fraud Analytics
- Operations Analytics
- Game Analytics
- Time-Series Analytics
- Healthcare Analytics
- Supply Chain Analytics
- Pricing Strategies
- Text Analytics & Natural Language Processing
5，Soft Skills
- Business Communication
- Dashboarding
- Consultation
- Collaboration
- Strategy
- Problem Solving
- Problem Framing
课程设置：
First Semester (Fall)
GSBA 545: Data Driven Decision Making (1.5 units)
DSO 510: Business Analytics (1.5 units)
DSO 545: Statistical Computing and Data Visualization (3 units)
GSBA 542: Communication for Management (1.5 units)
DSO 552: SQL Databases for Business Analysts (1.5 units)
Elective (optional)
Second Semester (Spring)
DSO 530: Applied Modern Statistical Learning Methods (3 units)
DSO 570: The Analytics Edge: Data, Models, and Effective Decisions (3 units)
DSO 553: NoSQL Databases in Big Data (1.5 units)
Elective (3 units)
Third Semester (Fall)
DSO 573*: Data Analytics Driven Dynamic Strategy & Execution (3 units)
Elective (3 units)
Elective (3 units)
Elective (1.5 units)
2020录取情况：
中国学生录取 43位（所有国家当中最多）国际学生总共 74人
平均GRE 324
平均GPA 3.68
就业机构（Partner）：
市场营销硕士（Master of Science in Marketing）
The USC Marshall Master of Science in Marketing Program (ranked 6th in the nation by TFE Times) is designed to develop an in-depth knowledge of relevant and innovative marketing skills and techniques for prospective students interested in pursuing or enhancing their existing marketing careers. The program provides tools, concepts, frameworks, critical thinking skills and practical hands-on projects in areas of interest that include entertainment, sports entertainment, luxury and lifestyle, technology, healthcare and marketing start-ups.
分支Tracks:
市场分析（Analytics）STEM
消费者行为（Consumer Behavior）
总学分：30
是否为STEM：是
学费：$59400
时间：1年
课程设置：
1，市场分析（Analytics）
2，消费者行为（Consumer Behavior）
就业合作机构partner：
Disney
Paramount Pictures
Lionsgate Entertainment
Sony Pictures Entertainment
Netflix
DreamWorks
MGM
eBay
BCBG Max Azria
L’Oreal
Beats by Dr. Dre
Nike
Nielsen
Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
Taco Bell
Nestle
Mattel Toys
招生变化对比：
2017-2019
2020
- 对GPA的要求降低
- 更加看重实习经历
- 对
GRE/GMAT
的要求更高，重视好的逻辑思维能力的学生
注意：南加州大学的商科项目开学时间大多在 5月，对中国大陆学生不是很友好。但是2020疫情，是变为8月开学。各位同学在申请前一定要在官网确认，或者咨询老师。
南加州大学的整体特色和两点请参考上一篇博文：每日一校一专业之--南加州大学金融
- 擅长申请：
- 中学,本科,研究生
- 擅长方案：
- 出国留学规划，申请规划
