Master of Business Analytics and Intelligence Admission Information

The program seeks students that have demonstrable strong mathematical background and aptitude through prior coursework and training. At a minimum, students are required to take course(s) at the college level (including transferred AP credits) in integral and differential Calculus. A course in linear algebra at the college level is also required. However, students may be admitted without this course. In such case, they will be required to successfully complete a one credit preparatory course offered at the beginning of first semester. A course in statistics is also strongly preferred

The online application captures general information including: personal information, contact information, demographic information, education, and employment history. Applicants also submit their application fee as part of the online admissions process. Additionally, applicants must upload a current resume, two essays, and the contact information for letters of recommendation (see instructions below under “Letters of Recommendation”). The online application can be completed in one sitting and additional supporting documents can be uploaded after clicking “Submit.” Please note: Information entered into the online form cannot be changed once the application has been submitted, but transcripts and test score reports may be added at a later date.

Two essays are required. Each essay must be double spaced and a maximum of 500 words in length.

Essay #1: Describe your motivation for pursuing a master’s degree.

• What have you done in your academic/professional/personal life that has prepared you for this degree?
• If your undergraduate major is different from the graduate degree you are seeking, please explain how you became interested in this field and why you would like to pursue it now in your educational career.
• How does this master’s degree fit in with your short and long term career goals?
• In what way will you contribute to the fabric of the Weatherhead culture?

• We use test scores, transcripts, recommendation letters and essays to understand who you are, but it may not tell us the whole story. Please explain or address any concerns that you have about your profile or candidacy that will help us determine your ability to meet the rigor of the program and achieve your intended goals. 

Essay #2: Choose one question from the following four options; please indicate which topic you are addressing in your response.

1. Discuss a major challenge or setback you’ve experienced in your life. Include a brief description of the situation and relevant context, your approach to managing the challenge, and what steps you took to move forward following the adversity. How have you grown or developed since this experience?
2. Please select a current event which has captured your attention and requires a solution. What about this current event is captivating? As a business leader, who do you involve, how do you approach this and what do you hope to achieve when providing a solution.  As a result of your efforts, what do you hope the impact is for industry and society?  
3. Criticism can be difficult, but is a necessary part of growth. What was the most difficult feedback you have received, and how did you address it?
4. If you were able to invite two people to dinner (living or deceased), who would they be and why?

A current resume is required. The resume should include all work experience, including part-time employment, internships, and co-op employment.

All applicants are required to submit unofficial transcripts from all post-secondary education (undergraduate or graduate schools) where you have earned a degree. Separate transcripts are also required if you received any transfer credit from another university. Please upload your transcripts in the “Transcripts” section of the online application. This can be done before or after clicking “Submit”.

Only unofficial transcripts are required for the completion and review of an application. We do not accept official documents unless you are admitted and you decide to enroll. If you accept our offer, you will be required to submit your official final transcripts then. Official transcripts must state the degree earned and the date the degree is conferred or you must also submit an official degree certificate from your school stating the above information. We will send you further instructions later.

Your unofficial transcripts must also state your cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) or total average score on any numeric scale and include the grading scale.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

If you have earned (or will earn) a degree outside of the United States, you are required to submit a transcript evaluation from WES or ECE (details below). Please see the section on advantages of having a transcript evaluation below.

Waivers will be granted if you meet one of the following conditions:

• Your transcripts state your cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) or total average score on any numeric scale. This must also include the grading scale used to calculate it.
• You submit an official GPA Certificate from your university stating your cumulative GPA or total average score on any numeric scale (examples: 88/100, 3.5/4.0, 3.8/5, 7/10) with the grading scale used to calculate your GPA.
• Approval from the Admissions Committee for your program.

If you have earned (or will earn) a three year bachelor’s degree, you may not be eligible for admission unless you can demonstrate that your degree is the equivalent of a four-year bachelor’s degree in the United States. To see if your degree meets our equivalency requirement:

• Visit the World Education Services website and use their free “WES Degree Equivalency” tool to see if your degree granting institution is recognized as the equivalent of a four-year degree in the U.S. If your degree is not listed as such, you will need a transcript evaluation before we can determine your eligibility.
• If the tool says your degree is recognized as the equivalent of a four-year degree, please take a screen shot and upload this to your application in the Transcripts section. Then you will be granted a waiver for the transcript evaluation

Advantages of having a transcript evaluation:

• Evaluated GPA’s tend to be higher than those stated on many international transcripts.
• If you are an international student, it confirms that your degree is the equivalent of a four-year bachelor’s degree in the United States.
• You may also send electronic copies to more than one school.

When ordering your transcript evaluation, you do not have to pay to express mail the report to us. Simply request that a copy be sent electronically to the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University by selecting our school in their drop down box. We will also accept unofficial or student copies that are uploaded to the application.

Your application will remain incomplete until the WES or ECE evaluation has been received if required. Offers of admission will not be binding until we have verified your degree.

For more information, contact:
World Education Services, Inc.
PO Box 5087
Bowling Green Station
New York, NY 10274-5087 USA
202.331.2925
Fax: 212.739.6100
info@wes.org

Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc.
PO Box 514070 
Milwaukee, WI 53203-3470 USA
414.289.3400
eval@ece.org

The Weatherhead Admissions team reserves the right to require additional verification of transcripts, grading scales or official certificates that are uploaded to your application. If documents are not authentic or inaccurate, we will deny admission.

The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examination (GRE) exams are required for admission. Applicants choosing to submit test scores must submit (upload) either an unofficial or official exam in the Standardized Test Reporting section. We do not have a minimum test score requirement but please visit the class profile page to see the average test scores for the current class in this program.

We only require unofficial exams during the admissions review process. If you are admitted and decide to enroll, you will be required to submit official documents then. Further instructions will be sent by email.

Do not upload your exam or enter your test results unless you are satisfied with your current scores since you will not be able to change this after you submit your application. If you plan to retake the test in hopes of improving your scores, please wait to upload your final exam. If you do upload a GMAT or GRE and ask us to change it later, your admission decision will be delayed. New or updated test scores will not be accepted after an application has been marked complete.

• GMAT Code: WTJ-F1-17
• GRE Code: 1105


Standardized Test Waiver

Submission of standardized test scores can enhance your consideration for admission and for an academic merit scholarship. However, you may request to be considered for a GMAT or GRE submission waiver. Waivers may be granted based upon a variety of factors including but not limited to undergraduate/graduate degree, GPA, individual coursework, work experience, and/or US military experience that demonstrates a high level of achievement and readiness for our graduate program.

While we may grant a waiver, please be aware that some employers will require you to provide a GMAT or GRE during their application process. As a result we strongly recommend you take the GMAT or GRE to keep your options open especially if you are considering consulting or investment banking careers.

Please refer to the information below on how to be considered for a test submission waiver.

• Within the Standardized Test Reporting section of the application, indicate in the drop down list ’I believe I qualify for a waiver’ and follow the prompts.
• Upon receiving your request to be considered for a test waiver, the Operations Team will conduct a complete and holistic review of your application materials.
• If you are granted a test waiver, your application checklist will be updated and the admission and merit scholarship decisions will be reliant on all other materials submitted. A test waiver does not guarantee that you will be admitted.
• If you are not granted a waiver, you will be notified a test score is required for admission.

Applicants whose native language is not English must submit (upload) an unofficial English language exam in the Standardized Test Reporting section. We accept either TOEFL or IELTS (or see waiver conditions below). We do not have a minimum test score requirement but please visit the Class Profile page (link at left) to see the average test scores for the current class in this program.

We only accept unofficial exams during the admissions review process. If you are admitted and you decide to enroll, you will be required to submit your official documents then. Further instructions will be sent by email.

Do not upload a score report or enter your test results unless you are satisfied with your current score since you will not be able to change it after you submit your application. If you plan to retake the test in hopes of improving you scores, please wait to upload your final exam. If you do upload a TOEFL or IELTS and ask us to change it later, we will move your application to the next round.

WAIVERS can be obtained if you meet the following conditions

1. Four years of undergraduate/graduate studies (combined) where English is the primary language of instruction. If your university is not located in an English speaking country, your transcripts must state that the language of instruction was in English.
   
   If it has been more than a year since you were in an English speaking program or work environment, the admissions team reserves the right to require proof of English language proficiency.
   
   
2. Three years full-time work in a country where English is an official language.

If you qualify for a waiver of the English language exam, you must indicate this in the "Test Scores" section of the application. Waiver qualification will be verified.

TOEFL Code: 1105; Department Code: 02

As part of submitting your application, we require two recommendations. You will need to enter the names, relationship and contact information of two recommenders. Your recommenders will then receive an email with a link to a questionnaire to fill in about you as a candidate for this program.

Applicants are prompted to pay a non-refundable $100 fee when they submit their application. Credit card payments are preferred, but checks are accepted. Both forms of payment can be submitted electronically. If an applicant chooses to mail a check, he or she must mail payment to the address below:

Case Western Reserve University
Weatherhead School of Management
Master of Business Analytics and Intelligence Admissions
10900 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44106-7235

Please note: Electronically submitted credit card and check payments are automatically added to an application. If an applicant chooses to mail payment, his or her application remains incomplete until the admissions office has received the payment. Offers of admission cannot be extended for incomplete applications.