MSc - Master of Science Business Intelligence & Analytics

Program Overview

The MSc in Business Intelligence & Analytics program prepares students for careers in data analysis and strategic data use. The program blends theory and practice, with input from field experts and a focus on professional role-playing and experience acquisition. Graduates are equipped for high-level positions in both the business and information systems sides, including Business Analyst, BI/BA Consultant, and Data Scientist. The program is offered in France, China, and Egypt, and includes a mandatory internship and a professional thesis.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The MSc – Master of Science Business Intelligence & Analytics aims to address the digitalization of companies and the growing importance of data in management and decision-making by training future Business Intelligence experts. The program trains future managers in data analysis and the strategic use of data, providing a cross-functional understanding of the company and its challenges. The curriculum blends theoretical and practical courses with input from field experts, preparing graduates for high-level positions such as Business Analyst, Data Manager, BI/BA Consultant, Data Scientist, and Chief Data Officer. The program emphasizes an innovative and participatory teaching style focused on professional role-playing and experience acquisition. The curriculum is developed in collaboration with partner companies to meet their skill needs and enhance student professionalization. Students gain access to company networks and alumni to facilitate career integration. Data analysis is highlighted as critical for companies seeking improved management, faster decision-making, and new business models. Strengths include being fully taught in English, international and multicultural promotion, adaptation to company needs, a mix of theory, practice, and external conferences from professional references, and the use of market-leading software through agile methodology projects. The program is offered in Clermont-Ferrand (France), Beijing (China) and ESLSCA Egypt (starting 2024-2025 academic year).

Outline:

The program is structured across three semesters (Semestre 1, Semestre 2, Semestre 3).

• Semester 1: Business Intelligence & Analytics – Basics / Management & Communication Skills / Career Development & Counseling (30 ECTS credits)
• Semester 2: Business Intelligence & Analytics – Advanced / Management & Communication Skills / Career Development & Counseling (30 ECTS credits)
• Semester 3: Professional Mission & Thesis (30 ECTS credits)

Teaching:

The program uses an innovative and participatory teaching approach focused on professional role-playing and experience acquisition. Lectures are delivered by practitioners, experts, and managers from the business world, sharing their knowledge and practical examples, alongside faculty professors recognized as leaders in their field. The program fosters an international and multicultural learning environment, with students from diverse backgrounds working together on real projects in multicultural groups.

Careers:

The program prepares graduates for various roles on both the "Business" and "Information Systems" sides.

On the “Business” side:

• Business Analyst
• Data Manager
• BI/BA Project Manager
• BI/BA Team Manager
• BI/BA Functional Analyst
• BI/BA Consultant
• BI/BA Architect
• BI/BA Scrum Master
• BI/BA Domain Manager
With additional skills and experience, graduates can progress to higher-level positions such as Data Scientist and Chief Data Officer.

Other:

The program includes a minimum 4-month internship in France, Europe, or elsewhere. Students receive individual supervision from a designated counselor and complete a professional thesis, followed by an oral defense and in-company evaluation. The program is offered in partnership with Aalen University in Germany, allowing students to pursue a double degree in Master Business Informatiks (Data Science) by completing a semester there. The program was approved by the Chinese Ministry of Education in 2021 until 2026 and relocated to Beijing Language and Culture University - BLCU in 2023/2024 with 79 students enrolled. A student testimonial highlights the high level of teaching, practical application focus, and use of high-level BI tools.

The tuition fee is 12,950 € per standard year.