QS Rank:
423
Aston University
Birmingham
,United Kingdom
Program Rank
2
Program Name
Msc in Business Analytics
Overview
View Official pageStudied in-person at our campus in the heart of Birmingham, our MSc Business Analytics programme is tailored for those eager to master the art of interpreting and leveraging vast data sets to improve business performance.
It focuses on essential areas like descriptive analytics, statistical modelling, data mining and visualisation, blending academic rigor with practical skills in data analysis. This course, attracting a diverse international student body, not only enhances your analytical capabilities but also develops your communication, teamwork, and cross-cultural management skills. You will be equipped to transform complex data into strategic insights, preparing you for a pivotal role in any data-driven business environment.
Accredited by the Institute of Analytics (IoA), this course offers you enhanced employability, IoA membership benefits, and fast-track professional advancement opportunities.
Total Tuition Fees
$23,500
Duration
12 Months
Median Salary
$91,200
Ranking
#717
US World and News Report
#423
QS World University Rankings
Intake
Fall ( Sept - Nov )
Intake
Spring ( Apr - June )
Class Profile
Average Age
24
Average Work Experience
2 Years
Diversity
Europe:
10%Africa:
1%Others:
1%Asia:
5%South America:
1%North America:
3%United Kingdom:
80%Career Outcomes
With insights from data often providing the basis for competitive advantage in the marketplace, it’s not surprising that business analytics graduates are becoming increasingly sought-after.
The transferable skills that our business or analytics programmes provide mean that our graduates are successful in finding employment in a wide range of roles such as:
- Business analyst
- Business intelligence analyst
- Strategy analyst
- Operations analyst
- Credit risk analyst
- Analytics executive
- Financial risk modelling analyst
Our graduates have gone on to work at companies such as Atos, Appriss, Wren, FDM Group, Nationwide Building Society, Essence Global, QNB Group, Cognizant and the NHS.
Median Earnings After Graduation
$91,200 / year
Job Placement
90%
Prospective Job Roles
Healthcare Data Analyst
Business Leader
Project Leader
Data Scientist
Business Analyst
Business Consultant
Project Manager
IT Business Analyst
Global Business Analyst
Top recruiters
Eligibility Criteria
English Proficiency Tests
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL
93
Application Requirements
Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.
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TOEFL
IELTS
Curriculum Vitae
Academic LOR
Professional LOR
Application Deadlines
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Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
$23,500 / year
Overall Cost
$30,000 / year
Funding Options
Department Funding
Scholarships
We're investing over £2 million in scholarships to help you achieve your career ambitions here at Aston University.
We have a range of international scholarships to recognise your academic, professional, and personal experience.
To apply for a scholarship, you will need to apply for and receive an offer for an Aston University course first.
Scholarship applications open on key dates throughout the year, and we will share information on how to apply closer to those dates.
At Aston University we are committed to supporting the most talented and hardworking students to achieve their potential by providing a range of scholarships to help lower tuition and living costs.
FAQs
Our campus is based in the centre of Birmingham, the youngest major city in Europe and a great place to live, work and study. Great music and entertainment with a vibrant nightlife. Bars, clubs, pubs, live music, festivals, concerts. Whatever your tastes, there's something here for everyone. Fantastic food. Birmingham's diverse community means you can try anything from the famous Balti triangle, the Chinese Quarter, high street chains, halal and vegan food, and Michelin-star dining. World-class shopping. The Bullring and Grand Central is a shopper's paradise. From the world's biggest Primark to luxury brands at the Mailbox. Arts and culture. Museums, galleries, theatres, concerts and Birmingham's art collection is as wide as it is impressive - not to be missed. Green, open spaces. One of the greenest cities in Europe, Birmingham has hundreds of publicly accessible parks and green spaces across the city. Sporting action. Birmingham has some of the most exciting venues for watching or participating in sport in the UK.
You will develop your knowledge in various areas of business analytics and enhance practical skills, ranging from using analytical software tools in the lab to interpreting data and providing meaningful information to business leaders. We also offer a wide range of exposure to employers, including opportunities such as an internship or a study abroad programme during your third term's Business Project. This approach not only brings your learning to life but also significantly aids in securing a job upon completing the course.
Embedded in all our masters degrees, this assessed, year-long credit-bearing module aims to develop professional and personal transferrable skills relevant to any workplace and create a bridge between the degree and the world of work.
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