| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-02-01 | - |
| 2024-07-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Master of Business Analytics at the University of Adelaide enhances strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities using quantitative analysis. It equips students with advanced business analytics skills to inform commercial strategies, highlight innovation opportunities, and address ethical and governance considerations in data management. The program includes core courses, a research project, and elective options from various disciplines, preparing graduates for leadership roles in strategic growth and innovation across industries.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of Business Analytics at the University of Adelaide is designed to complement and extend the knowledge and skills gained from a wide range of business-related bachelor programs. It equips students with enhanced strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, enabling them to effectively communicate evidence-based solutions to contemporary commercial challenges using quantitative analysis. Advanced abilities in business analytics inform and support commercial strategies, both domestic and international. The program also imparts high-level knowledge of using business analytics to highlight innovation opportunities and entrepreneurial options, along with deep insight into the ethical, sustainability, and governance considerations of data management, analysis, and intellectual property rights.
Objectives:
- Enhance strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- Develop the capacity to formulate, evaluate, and effectively communicate evidence-based solutions to contemporary commercial challenges using quantitative analysis
- Advance abilities in the use of business analytics to inform and support commercial strategies
- Impart high-level knowledge of using business analytics to highlight innovation opportunities and entrepreneurial options
- Provide deep insight into the ethical, sustainability, and governance considerations of data management and analysis, and intellectual property rights
Outline:
Structure:
The program comprises core courses (24 units), a research project (6 units), and elective courses (18 units).
- CORPFIN 7005: Principles of Finance
- CORPFIN 7033: Quantitative Methods
- ECON 7200: Economic Principles
- ANDPROJMGNT 5021: Project Management Fundamentals OR ENTREP 5036: Entrepreneurial Concepts and Mindset
Research Project:
Students must complete a research project worth 6 units.
Elective Courses:
Students must complete 18 units of elective courses, including:
- 9 units from the following:
- ABLEINT 7001: ABLE Internship Postgraduate
- ABLEINT 7002: ABLE Internship Postgraduate Extended
- ACCTFIN 7017: Financial Statement Analysis (M)
- ACCTING 7026: Accounting Systems and Processes
- CORPFIN 7039: Equity Valuation and Analysis (M)
- CORPFIN 7055: Fintech and Disruption in Financial Services (M)
- COPRFIN 7056: Applied Blockchain and Smart Contracts (M)
- ECON 7204: Econometrics IV
- ECON 7243: Applied Econometrics PG
- ENTREP 5036: Entrepreneurship Concepts and Mindset
Careers:
Graduates are equipped to play leading roles in enterprises' strategic growth and innovation in their chosen sectors, anywhere in the world. They can help achieve organizational objectives in new product development, marketing, customer acquisition, community engagement, or all these areas. They may also assist organizations or governments in stimulating positive social change.
University of Adelaide College
Overview:
The University of Adelaide College is a pathway institution offering programs designed to prepare students for undergraduate and postgraduate studies at both Adelaide University and the University of Adelaide. Located in Adelaide and Melbourne, the College provides a range of programs, including Foundation Studies, Degree Transfer, Pre-Master's, and English Language programs.
Services Offered:
The College offers a comprehensive range of services to support students, including:
Academic Programs:
Foundation Studies, Degree Transfer, Pre-Master's, and English Language programs.Student Services:
Orientation, accommodation assistance, career guidance, and academic support.Campus Life:
Student clubs and societies, social events, and opportunities to engage with the wider university community.Visa Information:
Guidance and support for international students seeking student visas.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Students at the University of Adelaide College can expect a vibrant and supportive campus environment. The College offers a range of opportunities for students to connect with each other and engage in extracurricular activities. The College also provides access to the facilities and resources of both Adelaide University and the University of Adelaide.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Pathway to prestigious universities:
The College provides a clear pathway to undergraduate and postgraduate studies at Adelaide University and the University of Adelaide.World-class programs:
The College offers high-quality programs taught by experienced and dedicated faculty.Supportive learning environment:
The College provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment with small class sizes and personalized attention.Access to university resources:
Students have access to the facilities and resources of both Adelaide University and the University of Adelaide.Vibrant campus life:
The College offers a range of opportunities for students to connect with each other and engage in extracurricular activities.Academic Programs:
The College offers a range of academic programs, including:
Foundation Studies:
Designed for students who do not meet the entry requirements for direct entry into undergraduate programs at Adelaide University or the University of Adelaide.Degree Transfer:
Allows students to complete the first year or two of their undergraduate degree at the College and then transfer to Adelaide University or the University of Adelaide to complete their degree.Pre-Master's:
Prepares students for postgraduate studies at Adelaide University or the University of Adelaide.English Language Programs:
Designed to improve students' English language skills to the level required for study at Adelaide University or the University of Adelaide.Other:
The College is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA). The Melbourne campus is operated by Kaplan Higher Education Pty Ltd.
Entry Requirements:
Domestic applicants
Higher Education Study Bachelor degree or equivalent. Students may be eligible to complete the program in a full-time standard duration of 1.5 years on the basis of prior learning.
International applicants
Tertiary Qualifications Bachelor degree or equivalent
Language Proficiency Requirements:
Australian Year 12
Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject
English Tests accepted by the University of Adelaide
IELTS Overall 6.5 Reading 6 Listening 6 Speaking 6 Writing 6 TOEFL Overall 79 Reading 13 Listening 13 Speaking 18 Writing 21 Pearson Overall 58 Reading 50 Listening 50 Speaking 50 Writing 50 C1 Advanced Overall 176 Reading 169 Listening 169 Speaking 169 Writing 169
