Specialized Master in Business Analytics

2025 Incoming Class Profile

Incoming SMB-A class data in an accessible format

average GPA (undergrad)average student ageincoming students (AU25)
3.482941
80% range: 2.96 to 3.8180% range: 22 to 4181 SMB-A students enrolled

Incoming students

  • 41 incoming SMB-A students
  • 81 total SMB-A students active in program
  • 7 U.S. states represented (2 countries) 

Did you know? This program is test optional (GMAT or GRE not required). Of those that take the test, the GRE was the most popular for SMB-A applicants, with an average of 312 (80% range: 310-318)

Work experience and undergraduate majors

  • 32% with less than 12 months of work experience
  • 7.9 average years of work experience for the remaining 68%
  • 22 unique undergraduate colleges/institutions
  • 44% are arts & sciences majors (all majors welcome to apply) 
    41% Business majors, 10% Social Sciences majors, 5% Engineering majors

Early career to industry professionals 

  • Analytics Trainer
  • Business Analyst
  • Claims Analyst
  • Data Analytics Specialist
  • Director
  • HR Consultant
  • IT Program Coordinator
  • Manager, Data Insights
  • Operations Supervisor
  • Sr. Operations Analyst
  • Student Assistant for Business Analytics
  • Vendor Accountant

A community of leaders

At Fisher College of Business, we champion intellectual thought and perspective. We inspire leadership through passion, integrity, hard work and the desire to succeed. 

The Fisher community is comprised of a globally heterogeneous population of students, faculty, and active alumni in more than 80 countries. As a Fisher SMB-A student, you will be part of this community of individuals who have an incredible breadth of backgrounds and experiences to share.AACSB accredited 

Questions? I'm here to help!

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Hello! My name is Amanda Willenberg, a graduate recruiter for the Specialized Master in Business-Analytics (SMB-A) program at Ohio State. Whether you’re just starting your exploration or ready to apply, I’m here to provide personalized support. Please don’t hesitate to contact me—I look forward to helping you achieve your goals!

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