MS in Economics vs Business Analytics: Which course is better to pursue abroad?

Question

Hi Yocketers, can anyone suggest which one to choose between Business analytics or Economics for higher studies abroad? Also Considering the cost of studying, degree value, best country and job prospects in the long run.

Siva Kesava Reddy · Answer

Business analytics obviously - USA obviously

Sanika Udhoji · Answer

Hi Ashlesha,
Economics and BA are starkly different courses and cannot be compared with each other.
- Economics is an ever-growing field so it has prompted for better quality of research in the field for emerging with effective principles in the field. Colleges of masters in Economics in USA are considered among the best colleges for economics in the world. MSc Economics is the popular program in the country. The subjective structure of economics is extremely helpful for students along with the benefit that USA is considered as the second most influential country for economy activities. Masters in Economics UK programs are widely known. The effect of its centuries of economical practices and by making effective use of new economic and finance principles, the country is undoubtedly the best destination to study this course. The program is offered as MSc Economics in UK along with that one can opt to study Economics with a specialized subject like Finance, Development Economics, Masters of Business Economics, etc and since UK offers 2 Years PSW Visa, UK has increasing become a destination of choice for finance students.
You can find more information here: https://yocket.com/courses/masters-in-economics-abroad

- The world is witnessing an unprecedented demand for data-savvy professionals. Not just for execution, recruiters are looking for data-driven professionals even in the senior management roles. Such data professionals have become the new go-to problem-solvers for various industries. Hence, companies do not shy away from paying top dollar for such analysts/scientists, who can transform business intelligence into business insights and help them improve efficiencies. This is why Analytics has become a booming field and its professionals, in heavy demand.
The USA is home to some of the best business schools and universities and demand for business analysts is the highest.  The country offers the highest salaries to data scientists in the world. The average salary being $120,721 annually.  Typically, Masters in Business Analytics programs in the US are STEM-designated programs which mean international students enrolled in this program are eligible for a 36-month Optional Practical Training (OPT) and gain work experience. 
You can find more information here: https://yocket.com/courses/masters-in-business-analytics-abroad
Hope this helps!