About the course

This STEM-designated program emphasizes practical applications and interactive learning, includes collaboration with a world-class faculty and forecasting team, and now includes a 2-course sequence in Analytics. It can be completed in as little as one year, is fully accredited by ACBSP, has been designated as a Certified Forecaster Program by The International Institute of Forecasters (IIF), and is ranked 5th in the nation. Attached to the program is a Center for Economic Research and Forecasting (CERF), one of only six university-based forecast centers in the U.S. that is included in the Wall Street Journal’s Economic Forecasting Survey. The CERF Forecast Center has earned numerous forecast accuracy awards including the March 2022 announced 2021 Crystal Ball Award for the Zillow Home Price Expectations Survey (formerly the Case-Shiller Home Price Expectations Survey). It has been named 2nd most accurate forecasting organization by the National Association of Business Economics (NABE). Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Semester(s)Fees: US$32,220

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Westlake Village
Fall (August), 2025	Westlake Village

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for California Lutheran University

Bachelor's degree with demonstrated quantitative ability

　　Calculus: One year required with grade of B or better

　　Statistics: One course required with grade B or better, One year recommended

　　Econometrics: One course with a B or better is highly recommended

　　Computer Programming: Some familiarity and a willingness to learn is required

　　Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher (or equivalent)

　　GRE of 1000 or GMAT of 500 (may be waived, depending upon candidate's academic background)

　　Statement of Purpose

　　International applicants must provide evidence of English language proficiency

　　TOEFL of 570/230/89, or

　　IELTS 6.5, or

　　Successful completion of the highest level of an English language program recognized by Cal Lutheran

　　Work experience preferred but not required.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 88.0

　　

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