Business Analytics

Entry requirements

2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Business, Management or another subject with a quantitative focus.

Applicants with a 2:1 degree or non-UK equivalent in an unrelated subject area and have at least two years of relevant work experience will be considered on an individual basis.

This is a conversion course for students who have no previous studies in the area of Business Analytics. Those students who have a degree in Economics, Finance, Computing Science or another subject with a quantitative focus are advised to consider MSc Data Analytics for Economics & Finance.

Months of entry

September

Course content

The Masters in Business Analytics is designed to help you stay competitive in a data-driven world. You will learn how to turn data into valuable insights that drive business success, and gain practical skills to enhance decision-making, optimise business performance and drive innovation. This programme gives you the tools you need to excel in today’s business environment to make a real impact. It provides flexibility to suit your interests and career goals, allowing you to customise your learning path with optional courses.

Why this programme

• Build practical skills to solve real-world business challenges in a dynamic and blended learning environment.

• Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills that are highly valued by employers, giving you a competitive edge.

• Explore key topics like statistical analysis, data mining, predictive modelling, and machine learning with a focus on practical business use.

• Benefit from career development tools, mentoring, and industry connections to help you succeed in business analytics and related fields

• Get hands-on experience with tools like Python, Tableau, SQL, and R. Learn to analyse real-world data, optimise processes, and uncover insights with expert support.

• Gain valuable experience by working with live clients on industry projects. Bridge classroom theory with practical, real-world applications.*

*Industry Projects are not guaranteed. All applications are subject to availability and review processes. We will support candidates with their applications before the deadline but if unsuccessful, they can opt for a research proposal for their dissertation. Students can also secure their own projects with approval from academic and/or professional services.