Taught course

Business Analysis and Consulting

Institution
University of Strathclyde · Department of Management Science
Qualifications
MScPGDip

Entry requirements

MSc: Minimum second-class Honours degree, or overseas equivalent in business, economics, engineering or the social sciences. Applications from those with other degrees are also encouraged.

PgDip: Minimum of a Pass degree, or equivalent, in an appropriate subject. Subject to performance, students may transfer from the Diploma course to the MSc.

Although some quantitative analytical tools are taught and used during the course, only basic mathematical knowledge is necessary before starting the course.

Months of entry

September

Course content

The MSc in Business Analysis & Consulting has been developed to equip you with the practical, evaluative and analytical skills to allow you, as a future manager or consultant, to influence and develop strategy and performance within organisations.

You'll learn the key quantitative business analysis methods necessary to evaluate performance.

Industry involvement is at the heart of the course. You'll spend three weeks in January on a work placement, and have the opportunity to undertake your summer project in collaboration with an external organisation.

In addition, you'll learn how to use business models to support the development of strategy for organisations and to help them to monitor and measure strategic processes.

By the end of the programme, you'll have developed the key skills of business consulting, which are applicable to any organisation.

Business Analysis & Consulting Compulsory Classes:

  • Foundations of Operational Research and Business Analysis
  • Quantitative Business Analysis
  • Managing Business Operations
  • Spreadsheet Modelling and Demand Forecasting
  • Strategy Modelling and Management
  • Becoming an Effective Business Analyst
  • Business Analysis & Consulting Project

Business Analysis & Consulting Optional Classes (choose three):

  • Business Simulation Methods
  • Risk Analysis and Management
  • Business Information Systems
  • Performance Measurement and Management
  • Business Analytics
  • Spring School

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About Strathclyde Business School

Strathclyde Business School was founded in 1948, we are an enterprising, pioneering institution of global standing. Strathclyde Business School is part of the University of Strathclyde, a socially progressive and leading international technological institution.

Engagement with real-world problems and issues is in our DNA. It enhances our teaching and research; and allows us to have an impact on business practices and government policies. We work with businesses, governments and third sector organisations of all sizes to add value as they tackle important social and business challenges. Our engaged approach infuses the teaching that we do, we pride ourselves on the ethos of being ‘a place of useful learning’ and incorporating business input throughout our postgraduate education in the Business School.

We have a reputation for research excellence, having been recognised in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021 for our world-leading research - with a GPA of 3.26. Strathclyde Business School was the first business school in Scotland to be awarded triple accreditation (AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB), and the first to be awarded the Small Business Charter Award. This award recognises our world leading support for scaling Scottish firms through innovation, internationalism and leadership. Strathclyde Business School is a signatory of the UN’s Principles for Responsible Management Education. This commits us to supporting the transformation of management education, research and thought leadership by developing learning communities and promoting awareness of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

Our postgraduate programmes are designed to suit the interests of students looking to explore varied careers within the business world. All our postgraduate programmes have a strong focus on employability and preparing you for your future career.

Information for international students

Students whose first language is not English must have a minimum of 6.5 IELTS score, with no individual score lower than 5.5.

Pre-Masters preparation course

The Pre-Masters Programme is a preparation course held at the University of Strathclyde International Study Centre, for international students (non-UK/Ireland) who do not meet the academic entry requirements for a Masters degree at University of Strathclyde.

Upon successful completion, you'll be able to progress to your chosen degree course at the University of Strathclyde.

Please note: Previous Maths & English qualifications and your undergraduate degree must meet GTCS minimum entry requirements as well as the pre-Masters course and an interview will be conducted before an offer can be made.

Fees and funding

UK students
£14,250
International students
£31,100

We are delighted to offer a number of scholarship opportunities to support ambitious students from all backgrounds. Find out if you are eligible to apply for our scholarships.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MSc
    part time
    24 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    • Distance learningis available for this qualification
    full time
    12 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    • Distance learningis available for this qualification
  • PGDip
    full time
    9 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    • Distance learningis available for this qualification
    part time
    21 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    • Distance learningis available for this qualification

Distance learning is available.

Course contact details

Name
SBS Postgraduate Admissions
Email
sbs.admissions@strath.ac.uk
Phone
+44 (0)141 553 6105