MSc Business Analytics Online

Program Overview

The MSc Business Analytics Online at the University of Law is a highly practical course designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge to succeed in the data analytics field. The course emphasizes practical learning, real-life application, and industry expertise. Graduates will be well-prepared for a wide range of careers in finance, marketing, healthcare, and technology.

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.
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• Application Process:
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