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Virginia Tech • Pamplin College of Business
M.S. in Business Administration
Programs
Two specialized concentrations. One AACSB‑accredited business foundation. Designed to move you forward.
Business + specialized degrees built for what’s next.
M.S. in Business Administration (MSBA) programs at Virginia Tech combine core business foundations with specialized tracks in your chosen discipline. Whether you’re transitioning from your undergraduate degree, looking to upskill or reskill, or ready to deepen your business toolkit, MSBA programs help you move confidently into the next stage of your career.
Two concentrations. One business foundation.
Choose the path that fits your goals.
The right concentration depends on your goals, schedule, and location. Choose Business Analytics for a full-time, one-year deep dive into data and decision-making in Blacksburg. Choose Hospitality & Tourism Management for a part-time, evening-format deep dive into hospitality, tourism, and global service leadership in Alexandria.
MSBA – Business Analytics
Turn data into decisions.
A 12-month, full-time program in Blacksburg that produces high-impact analytics leaders. Interdisciplinary cohorts tackle a 9-month corporate capstone with sponsors like NASA, Boeing, and Lockheed Martin.
MSBA – Hospitality & Tourism Management
Lead in the global service economy.
Built for working professionals, with evening classes at Virginia Tech's Academic Building One in Alexandria, VA. Blend MBA core business foundations with hospitality, tourism, and analytics expertise.
The Pamplin Difference
Two concentrations. One business foundation.
Every M.S. in Business Administration specialization starts with the same five-course business core that powers Pamplin's nationally ranked MBA — accounting, finance, marketing, analytics, and organizational behavior. It's AACSB-accredited (top 6% of business schools) and recognized by employers across industries. This prepares you to lead both within and beyond your specialization.
Shared Business Core
By the numbers
Career outcomes that speak for themselves.
Pamplin MBA and MSBA graduates don't just earn degrees — their outcomes are competitive with some of the best business programs in the country.
Source: FREOPP analysis of College Scorecard data
Source: FREOPP analysis of College Scorecard data
In Field of Study: Business Admin & Management (FREOPP)
In Field of Study: Business Admin & Management (FREOPP)
Reflects combined outcomes for Pamplin MBA and MSBA graduates in Business Administration and Management, General (CIP 52.0201). Source: Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity (FREOPP) analysis of College Scorecard data.
Student stories
Hear it from Hokies who've been there.
“The MSBA–BA program offers a world-class education and experience, all while remaining affordable. It allowed me to explore areas of research that interested me, while honing my data analytics skills and applying them to real-life business cases.”
“The MSBA–HTM program at Virginia Tech transformed me both personally and professionally. As an international student, I found not only a world-class education but also a supportive community that made me feel seen, valued, and empowered.”
“I've not only had the opportunity to enhance my skill set and gain real-world experience through the capstone project, but also make meaningful and lasting connections!”
“Don't let uncertainty hold you back — the MSBA–HTM program equips you with tools, knowledge, and support to grow personally, professionally, and lead in hospitality and tourism.”
Ready to move into what's next?
Whether you're exploring your options or ready to apply, we're here to help. Request information about the MSBA concentration that fits your goals, or join an upcoming info session to meet our faculty and students.
Or explore each concentration: Business Analytics · Hospitality & Tourism Management