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380

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University of Kent

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Kent

United Kingdom

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Program Rank

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12

Business analytics is the process of predicting the needs of an organisation and analysing the effectiveness of past and present activity. This sought-after and growing business discipline is a strategic necessity for any organisation.

Our MSc Business Analytics course is delivered by published academics and in collaboration with industry leaders. You’ll learn the skills, technologies, applications and practices to become an expert in interpreting and analysing enterprise data effectively. Also available with an optional Industrial Placement.

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Total Tuition Fees

$22,700

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Duration

12 Months

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Median Salary

$1,00,000

Ranking

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#351

The World University Rankings

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#380

QS World University Rankings

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Fall ( Sept - Nov )

Class Profile

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Class Size

50

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Average Age

25

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Average Work Experience

2 Years

Language Test Scores

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Minimum Score

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6.5 / 9

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Minimum Score

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76 / 90

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95 / 120

Diversity

Africa:

1%

Others:

5%

Asia:

2%

North America:

3%

EU:

15%

UK:

70%

Rest of Europe:

5%

Admissions

Application Requirements

What Really Matters When Applying

  • Transcript

    Required

  • TOEFL

    Required

  • IELTS

    Required

  • PTE

    Required

  • Personal Statement

    Required

  • Academic LOR

    Required

  • Passport

    Optional

  • Resume

    Optional

  • Application Fee

    70

Essay Question

Question 1

Your personal statement is an opportunity for you to show the admissions tutor that you have applied to the right course for you. Think of the personal statement as a 'written interview'. Please answer the following five questions in no more than 200 words per question: Why do you wish to study this course? Why do you wish to study at the University of Kent? What have you done previously that is relevant or related to this area of study? (This could include previous employment, internships, previous study, volunteer work, etc) Which modules are you most looking forward to and why? What are your career aspirations, and how will this course help you achieve them?

Career Outcomes

Successfully KBS graduates: Graduate destinations

This specialist programme prepares students for roles within business analytics.

Our Business Analytics graduates find work in public and private sectors, both overseas and in the UK, in a wide range of companies and organisations, including:

  • DeBeers
  • British Airways
  • BT
  • South East Water
  • BAE Systems
  • Amazon.

Many of our students also stay local and find job opportunities regionally in small and medium firms or even set up their own businesses as well-equipped entrepreneurs.


Embedded employability: Developing career-enhancing skills

You gain much more than an academic qualification when you graduate. We enhance your student experience and accelerate your career prospects to help you achieve your ambition. 

From the moment you start with us, our efforts are focused on helping you gain the knowledge, skills and experience you need to thrive in an increasingly competitive workplace. As part of the course, undertake an Industrial Placement or opt for an In-Company Scheme to work on a real business case study. Go on our Business Start-up Journey and transform your idea into a business through ASPIRE. Our qualified careers practitioners provide support for up to three years after graduation. 

Additionally, the Postgraduate Employability Edge programme, available to PGT students at Kent Business School takes place from Welcome Week through to the end of the academic year and is designed to enhance your career prospects further.

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Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,00,000 / year

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Graduation Rate

68%

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Job Placement

92%

Prospective Job Roles

Big Data Analyst

Statistician

Data Engineer

Business Intelligence Analyst

Big Data Engineer

Big Data Specialist

Data scientist

IT Consultant

IT Project Manager

Data analyst

Machine Learning Engineer

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Fees and Funding

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Tuition Fees

$22,700 / year

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Overall Cost

$40,700 / year

Funding Options

Department Funding

External Sources - Scholarships

Scholarships

Scholarships are available. These awards are very competitive and are awarded on the basis of academic merit.

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