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Program Overview
MSc Business Analytics Online
Overview
This highly practical accredited business course has been designed with a strong focus on your future employability and is ideal for those with a numerical background looking to hone their skills in the key aspects and technologies of data management, business intelligence and data analytics.
Why Online?
Studying at our online campus gives you the opportunity to work at your own pace and around your other commitments, within given deadlines, and at your preferred time of day, with the benefit of our expertise, experience and employability focus.
Course Details
Entry Requirements
- 2:2 or above from a UK Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent qualification(s).
Duration Options
- Full-Time (1 year) or Part-Time 2 years.
Study Mode Options
- Full-time or Part-time
Next Start Date
- September 2025
Course Structure
Course Modules
- Global Business Strategy (15 credits)
- Innovation Management in a Digital Age (15 credits)
- Success Through Business Ethics (15 credits)
- Data Analysis for Business (15 credits)
- Data Design Management (15 credits)
- Data Security (15 credits)
- Data Visualisation (15 credits)
- Digital Marketing Analytics (15 credits)
- Data & Decision Making (15 credits)
- Leadership Mindset (15 credits)
- Business Simulation (15 credits)
- Contemporary Issues in Business (15 credits)
Course Start Dates
September 2025
- MSc Business Analytics
- Full-time: Online
- Part-time: Online
- MSc Business Analytics with Professional Practice
- Full-time: Online
February 2026
- MSc Business Analytics
- Full-time: Online
- Part-time: Online
- MSc Business Analytics with Professional Practice
- Full-time: Online
June 2026
- MSc Business Analytics
- Full-time: Online
- Part-time: Online
- MSc Business Analytics with Professional Practice
- Full-time: Online
Fees and Applying
How to Apply
You can apply for this course directly with the University.
Fees and Funding
- 2024/25 Course Fee (for courses starting on or after 1 July 2024)
- Online: £11,300 (or £10,550 for those eligible for our £750 International Bursary*)
- 2 Year Programme with Professional Practice
- Online: £12,450 (or £11,700 for those eligible for our £750 International Bursary*)
- 2025/26 Course Fee (for courses starting on or after 1 July 2025)
- Online: £11,750 (or £11,000 for those eligible for our £750 International Bursary*)
- 2 Year Programme with Professional Practice
- Online: £12,950 (or £12,200 for those eligible for our £750 International Bursary*)
*Terms and Conditions apply
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Program Outline
MSc Business Analytics Online
Degree Overview:
This highly practical accredited business course is designed with a strong focus on your future employability and is ideal for those with a numerical background looking to hone their skills in the key aspects and technologies of data management, business intelligence and data analytics. This course will equip you with the understanding and the skills to problem-solve in technology rich environments and make data driven business decisions.
Objectives:
- To provide an in-depth knowledge of the theories and principles of data analytics.
- To equip students with the latest technologies and statistical methods.
- To demonstrate how these can be applied in a real world business context in order to harness the power of technology for organisational success.
- To link work to business value.
- To provide the essential cutting-edge knowledge and skills to succeed in a rapidly changing work environment and take your career to a senior level.
Outline:
Course Content:
- Global Business Strategy: This module explores the strategic challenges and opportunities facing businesses in a globalized world.
- Innovation Management in a Digital Age: This module examines the role of innovation in a digital age, focusing on how businesses can develop and implement successful innovation strategies.
- Success Through Business Ethics: This module explores the ethical considerations that businesses face in today's world, focusing on how to make ethical decisions in a complex and challenging environment.
- Data Security: This module explores the importance of data security in today's digital world, covering topics such as data encryption, access control, and data breach prevention.
- Digital Marketing Analytics: This module examines the use of data analytics in digital marketing, covering topics such as website analytics, social media analytics, and search engine optimization.
- Data & Decision Making: This module explores the role of data in decision-making, covering topics such as data-driven decision-making, predictive analytics, and prescriptive analytics.
- Business Project: This module provides students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills to a real-world business problem.
- Professional Development: This non-credit bearing module provides students with the opportunity to develop their professional skills, including communication, leadership, and teamwork.
Course Structure:
- The course is available Full-Time (1 year) and Part-Time (2 years).
- Full-Time students will complete 60 credits each semester.
- Part-Time students will complete 30 credits each semester.
- Students will study for one year full-time or two years part-time, divided into three semesters of 13 weeks.
- Typically, full-time students will study 4 modules per semester and part-time students will study 2 modules per semester.
- Students will also work on a CPD-accredited Professional Development Module throughout all 3 semesters.
Course Schedule:
- September 2024: Full-time and Part-time
- February 2025: Full-time and Part-time
- June 2025: Full-time and Part-time
Assessment:
- Students will be assessed formally through a mix of individual assignments, group work and Dissertation/Project work.
Teaching:
- The course emphasizes practical based learning and relevant real-life application.
- Students will apply theoretical concepts and models to real life business case studies.
- The course is taught by business specialists with industry expertise in business analytics.
Careers:
- Potential Career Paths:
- Business Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Data Scientist
- Market Research Analyst
- Digital Marketing Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Project Manager
- Finance Analyst
- Investment Analyst
- Operations Research Analyst
- Opportunities:
- The course provides students with the skills and knowledge to pursue a wide range of careers in the data analytics field.
- Graduates will be well-equipped to work in a variety of industries, including finance, marketing, healthcare, and technology.
- Outcomes:
- Upon completion of the course, students will have the skills to understand patterns in data and how to apply these to their business decisions.
- They will be able to link their work to business value and succeed in a rapidly changing work environment.
Other:
- The course is accredited by The Chartered Management Institute so upon successful completion of the course, students will have the option to apply for a CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership as well as their degree.
- This course is also offered as an ‘Accredited Degree’ by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CiM) meaning students will be able to gain industry-recognised qualifications at an accelerated pace.
- The course is offered as a 2-year full-time business master’s programme with a Professional Practice Year.
- The Professional Practice Year allows students to decide how to put their skills into practice.
- Students can choose between an academic dissertation, business plan, business or consultancy project, or a paid placement in industry, depending on the option that is best suited to their future career path.
- The University of Law offers a professional Careers and Employability Service to help students become more employable.
- The University also offers a CPD-accredited Professional Development Module to help students develop the professional and leadership skills they need to succeed in business.
- The University has a range of scholarships and bursaries available to help students invest in their future.
- The University has a dedicated team to help international students.
- Admission Requirements:
- Application Process:
- Fees:
The University of Law
Overview:
The University of Law is a specialist provider of legal education in the UK. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, as well as professional legal training and apprenticeships. The university is known for its high-quality teaching, strong employability record, and commitment to student support.
Services Offered:
The University of Law offers a variety of services to its students, including:
Undergraduate and Postgraduate Courses:
A wide range of programs in law, business, criminology, policing, psychology, and computer science.SQE Courses:
Courses specifically designed for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE).Online Courses:
Flexible learning options for students who prefer to study remotely.Scholarships and Bursaries:
Financial assistance to help students fund their studies.Student Support:
A range of services to help students succeed academically and personally, including career guidance, disability support, and mental health services.Professional Legal Training:
Courses for aspiring lawyers, including the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) and the Legal Practice Course (LPC).Apprenticeships:
Work-based learning opportunities for students who want to gain practical experience while studying.Student Life and Campus Experience:
The University of Law has campuses in major cities across the UK, including Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, London, Manchester, and Nottingham. Students can expect a vibrant and supportive campus environment with opportunities to engage in extracurricular activities, meet new people, and develop their skills.
Key Reasons to Study There:
High-Quality Teaching:
The university is ranked 10th in the UK for quality of teaching in the National Student Survey 2024.Strong Employability Record:
94% of postgraduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduating (2021/22 Graduate Outcomes data).Higher than Average SQE Pass Rates:
78% of students passed the January 2024 SQE1 assessments first time, compared to the industry average first attempt pass rate of 59%.Experienced Lecturers:
Over 90% of lecturers are qualified lawyers and business professionals, bringing extensive practical experience to the classroom.Excellent Student Support:
The university provides a range of services to help students succeed, including career guidance, disability support, and mental health services.Academic Programs:
The University of Law offers a wide range of academic programs, including:
Undergraduate Courses:
LLB (Hons) Law, BSc (Hons) Business, BSc (Hons) Criminology, BSc (Hons) Policing, BSc (Hons) Psychology, and BSc (Hons) Computer Science.Postgraduate Courses:
LLM (Master of Laws), MBA (Master of Business Administration), MSc (Master of Science), and other postgraduate qualifications.Professional Legal Training:
BPTC, LPC, and other professional legal training courses.Other:
The University of Law has a strong alumni network, with over 100,000 graduates working in various legal and business sectors. The university also has a 5-star rating from QS World University Rankings, recognizing its excellence in teaching, employability, online learning, academic development, and inclusiveness.
Entry Requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent including the following required course(s):
- English – any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent
- Recommended Courses and/or Skills:
- Biology – Grade 11 (C) or (U) or Grade 12 (U)
- Chemistry – Grade 11 (U) or Grade 12 (C) or (U)
- Mathematics – any Grade 12 (C) or (U)
