Master of Business Analytics

Tuition Fee

Start Date

Medium of studying

On campus

Duration

2 years

Details

Program Details

Degree

Masters

Major

Finance | Operations Management

Area of study

Business and Administration

Education type

On campus

Timing

Full time

Course Language

English

About Program

Program Overview

The Master of Business Analytics is a postgraduate program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to manage and analyze complex data in a business context. The program focuses on business analytics, covering topics such as data management, statistical analysis, and data visualization.

Program Structure

The program is offered in three different pathways:

1-year pathway (80 credit points)
1.5-year pathway (120 credit points)
2-year pathway (160 credit points)

Each pathway has its own set of required subjects, including:

Business Analytics in Practice
Data Science
Leading for Social Impact
Programming for Data Science
Social Media Intelligence
Strategic Business Management
The Nature of Data
Visualisation

Students in the 1.5-year and 2-year pathways must also complete a business project or internship, and choose from a range of elective subjects.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the program requires a completed undergraduate degree in any discipline. Students with a degree in a business discipline or a related field may be eligible for the 1.5-year or 1-year pathway, depending on their academic performance and work experience.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Master of Business Analytics program will be equipped with the skills and knowledge required to pursue a range of career opportunities in business analytics, including:

Business analyst
Data analyst
Operations manager
Marketing manager
Finance manager

Accreditation

The program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

Location

The program is offered at the Parramatta City Campus-Macquarie Street.

Attendance

The program is available in both full-time and part-time modes.

Mode

The program is offered internally, with classes held on campus.

Advice

Prospective students should visit the Western Sydney University website for more information on the program, including admission requirements, program structure, and career opportunities.

Program Details

Approved Abbreviation: MBusAnalytics
Western Sydney University Program Code: 2816
AQF Level: 9
CRICOS Code: A

Admission

1. Master of Business Analytics - 2 year Pathway (160 credit points)

Applicants must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in any discipline.

2. Master of Business Analytics - 1.5 year Pathway (120 credit points)

Applicants must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in a business discipline; or successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in any discipline and a minimum of two years full-time equivalent managerial/professional work experience in roles related to business information management; or successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in any discipline and a minimum of five years full-time equivalent general work experience.

3. Master of Business Analytics - 1 year Pathway (80 credit points)

Applicants must have successfully completed a graduate certificate, graduate diploma or higher, in a business discipline or a discipline with mathematical or numerate focus; or successfully completed an undergraduate degree in business analytics, information management/systems or related in a business degree with a GPA of 5.0 or WAM (Weighted Average Mark) of 65+ (if provided on the academic record); or successfully completed an undergraduate degree in any business disciplines and a minimum of two years full-time equivalent managerial/professional work experience in roles related to business information management.

Program Structure