Online Msc Business Analytics
Online United Kingdom
DURATION
24 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
27 Jan 2025
TUITION FEES
GBP 12,500 / per course
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
Introduction
The MSc Business Analytics (programme will equip you with a broad range of analytical skills, from data visualisation to predictive modelling, ensuring you're prepared for the complexities of modern business challenges. This programme is tailored for those eager to master the art of interpreting and leveraging large data sets to improve business performance across any sector.
Delivered by the triple-accredited Aston Business School and accredited by the Institute of Analytics (IoA), this programme offers you enhanced employability, IoA membership benefits, and fast-track professional advancement opportunities.
Triple Accreditation: Aston Business School is proud to be among 1% of business schools worldwide with triple accreditation from AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS.
Professionally Accredited: Accredited by the Institute of Analytics (IoA) as an IoA-recognised programme.
We’re amongst the best in the world for business: We’ve been ranked 66th in the world (and into the top 10 in the UK) in the 2024 QS World Rankings by subject for Business and Management Studies.
Outstanding earnings after graduation: The 2022 Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) data shows that employed Aston University graduates have the 16th largest median salary overall five years after graduation at £33,400.
Triple Gold: Aston University has been awarded Triple Gold – the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023.
University of the Year for Student Success: Aston has been named University of the Year for Student Success by Daily Mail University Guide, 2025
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Curriculum
Embark on a transformative journey with our Business Analytics MSc programme. Dive deep into the core functions and innovative strategies that will equip you to lead and succeed in any business environment.
- Analytical Tools and Technologies (30 credits)
- Descriptive Analytics (30 credits)
- Predictive Analytics (30 credits)
- Prescriptive Analytics (30 credits)
- Business Analytics (30 credits)
- Research Project (Business Analytics MSc) (30 credits)
Rankings
Top 21 UK University: Aston University is ranked 21th in the UK in the Guardian University Guide, 2025.
Runner Up for Graduate Employment: Aston University is the University of the Year Runner Up for Graduate Employment in The Times and Sunday Times University Guide 2024. Aston University is ranked at 18 for graduate prospects and at 22 for continuation rate.
Program Outcome
- Analytical Tools Proficiency: Become an expert in programming languages (Python, R, SQL) and spreadsheet applications (Excel, SPSS). These skills are crucial for advanced data analysis on large datasets in contemporary business analytics applications.
- Data Visualisation and Descriptive Statistics: Learn data visualisation techniques and apply descriptive statistics to gain meaningful insights for the effective communication of data analysis to management teams.
- Predictive Analytics: Develop and apply statistical and machine learning models to address real-world business problems. You will be able to showcase your skills in data manipulation and exploratory data analysis and apply statistical methods to data.
- Prescriptive Analytics and Modelling: Convert real-world problems into mathematical and spreadsheet models, utilising them for rational decision-making in businesses. Develop a deep understanding of modelling concepts and gain hands-on experience in efficiency and productivity assessment.
- Project Management: Develop project management skills to support business growth and development in an international context. You will gain exposure to theoretical and practical tools, providing the capability to apply them in work-based situations.
Career Opportunities
In today’s data-driven world, expertise in business analytics is the keystone of industry leadership and innovation. Our MSc Business Analytics prepares you for a thriving career by providing in-demand skills that are the backbone of strategic decision-making.
With insights from data often providing the basis for competitive advantage in the marketplace, it’s not surprising that business analytics graduates are increasingly in demand. These transferable skills make Aston graduates highly sought-after by employers, opening doors to exciting careers.
Recent graduates have gone onto roles including:
- Business Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Performance Analyst
- Operations Analyst
- Credit Risk Analyst
- Analytics Executive
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Why study at Aston University Online
Aston Online offers various advantages, making it an appealing choice for prospective students globally.
- Flexibility and convenience - Fit your studies into your work/life balance.
- Built for online - Interactive, engaging, and purpose-designed curriculum available 24/7.
- Affordable - Spread the cost, pay in instalments, and earn as you learn.
- Supported - Dedicated student support and online tutors.
- Expert tutors - Staff with industry experience and experts in their fields.
- Empowering creativity - Complimentary full access to Adobe Creative Cloud tools for developing dynamic multimedia content and presentations through video, graphics, and audio.
- Transparent pricing - Apply for free, with no hidden costs.
- Ready for work and life - Rigorous academic standards and curriculum focusing on the skills sought by employers (for now and the future).
Program Admission Requirements
Show your commitment and readiness for Grad school by taking the GRE - the most broadly accepted exam for graduate programs internationally.