Business Data Analytics
Take the next step towards a successful career in business and management and data science, ready for the ever-changing landscape of data analytics.
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Accelerate your opportunities in the field of data science. With four core modules covering global operations, business strategy, big data analysis and modelling, and statistical and programming techniques – and a final independent research-based consultancy project – you'll be fully equipped for a career in data analytics or consulting. This is an ideal postgraduate degree if you’ve already studied business or computer science.
With a strong focus on entrepreneurship, ethics and sustainability, you'll learn how to adapt your business to suit new opportunities or combat challenges without having a detrimental impact on society or the planet. You’ll also be supported to develop your own management style and reflect on your personal effectiveness.
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Focus on entrepreneurship, ethics and sustainability
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Develop your own management style
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Explore real-life consultancy opportunities
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Forge industry connections
Study at an award-winning university
We were named Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023. We've also been awarded a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework – a reflection of the outstanding education we offer our students.
Careers
Our Masters degree is focused on employability, and you'll develop a wide range of transferable skills including critical analysis, report writing, presentation and group/teamwork. You'll also have the chance to network with local industry partners and entrepreneurship groups, hear from guest lecturers, explore real-life consultancy opportunities and build relationships with potential employers.
You'll have the skills to pursue highly paid careers in data science, business analytics or management roles where data-driven decision-making is critical.
Teaching and modules
You’ll study how global companies negotiate key strategic issues in uncertain, complex contexts so you’re ready to comprehend and respond to global challenges; and learn how to manage complex operations across national borders.
Get comfortable with advanced statistical and programming techniques for data analytics, and big data analysis and modelling.
You'll complete a research-based consultancy project: this gives you the opportunity to review a significant real-life issue for a client organisation, and develop meaningful recommendations.
Modules are subject to change and availability, and may vary by location. If you have the choice of optional modules, these are indicated with a *.
- International Business Strategy
- Statistical and Programming Techniques for Data Analytics
- Global Operations Management
- Big Data Analytics and Decision Making
- Consultancy Major Project
Facilities
Enjoy a range of facilities designed to support your studies and career development.
These include extensive library and IT resources, and careers support through our Employability Service. After you graduate, you’ll have lifelong access to our Alumni Career Centre.
You can also access support, should you need it, with study skills, health and wellbeing, and more.