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Minerva’s graduate programs focus on decision-making, applied analytics, and real-world problem solving, helping you develop the frameworks and judgment needed to navigate complexity and drive impact.

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Master of Science in Decision Making and Applied Analytics (MDA)

A 21-month, part-time online Master’s degree focused on decision-making, critical thinking, and solving complex problems in uncertain environments.

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Certificate in Decision Making and Applied Analytics (CDA)

A 12-month, part-time online graduate certificate focused on data analysis, applied learning, and practical problem solving.

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Built for Working Professionals

Minerva’s graduate programs are designed to fit into your life, without compromising rigor.

Part-time, modular format

Live, interactive seminars on weekends

Immediate application to your work

Students complete focused course modules while balancing professional and personal commitments.

Optional Immersion Weeks in global cities extend this learning into real-world, global contexts.

No Passive Learning

Minerva classes are fully active, discussion-based seminars where faculty facilitate, not lecture.

Students:

Analyze complex problems in real time

Apply frameworks to real-world scenarios

Receive continuous feedback to refine their thinking

Traditional approaches like memorization or passive listening don’t apply here, learning is active, rigorous, and applied.

These transferable skills, mindsets, and competencies are intentionally developed throughout Minerva's curriculum, preparing students to think critically, communicate effectively, and make better decisions in complex environments.

From Insight to Impact

Minerva’s graduate experience follows a structured learning cycle:

Prepare

Engage with materials before class

Engage

Participate in live, discussion-based seminars

Apply

Use frameworks in real-world projects

Impact

Translate learning into meaningful outcomes

This structure reinforces learning through practice and application.

Learn with a Global Network

You’ll collaborate with a diverse cohort of professionals from around the world, bringing different industries, perspectives, and experiences into every discussion.

Programs also include optional in person Immersion Weeks, where you apply learning in real-world, global contexts.

Learning Beyond the Screen

Optional Immersion Weeks bring your learning into real-world, global contexts.

Spend one week in a major global city working with your cohort, engaging with local leaders, and applying what you’ve learned in dynamic environments.

Each Immersion Week includes: