Business Analytics BSc (Hons)

Business analytics is a fast-growing subject area and our BSc Business analytics course will equip you with the core skills and knowledge needed to pursue a career in this growing field.<br/><br/>This course has several distinct and innovative features which focus on teaching you the practical skills of business analytics using industry-standard software to apply analytical techniques. It has been developed on a foundation of big data and business analytics with core analytical modules covering:<br/><br/><br/>- data mining<br/><br/><br/>- decision making<br/><br/><br/>- programming.<br/><br/><br/>The course proceeds to contextualise business analytics within key business functional areas of marketing, operations and finance.<br/><br/>On this BSc Business Analytics, you will gain the kind of hands-on experience which is highly valued by employers and can help launch your career in a wide range of industries, including finance, healthcare, public sector, consulting and marketing.<br/><br/>If you opt for the Foundation Year route, this will fully prepare you for undergraduate study. It is ideal if you are returning to study after a gap, or if you have not previously studied the relevant subjects, or if you didnt achieve the grades you need for a place on your chosen undergraduate degree. <br/><br/>**Highlights**<br/><br/><br/>- Birkbeck students are drawn from a diverse range in terms of age and academic, social and cultural backgrounds. This creates a stimulating and supportive learning environment.<br/><br/><br/>- Birkbeck is an internationally recognised centre of excellence in teaching, research and consultancy in the broad field of business and management.<br/><br/><br/>- Our academic staff are active researchers, as well as enthusiastic teachers, and regularly publish cutting-edge articles in the worlds leading journals.<br/><br/><br/>- You will have access to Moodle, our online learning resource where all information and materials relating to your programme of study and modules are available, as well as the Birkbeck Library with its wealth of digital resources.<br/><br/><br/>**Careers and employability**<br/><br/>Our graduates begin new careers or accelerate along their current career path because what we teach in the evening can be applied almost instantly. Possible career paths following successful completion of this BSc Business Analytics include:<br/><br/><br/>- business analyst<br/><br/><br/>- digital marketing analyst<br/><br/><br/>- business analytics consultant<br/><br/><br/>- research analyst<br/><br/><br/>- project manager<br/><br/><br/>- IT project coordinator<br/><br/><br/>We offer a comprehensive careers service - Careers and Enterprise - your career partner during your time at Birkbeck and beyond. At every stage of your career journey, we empower you to take ownership of your future, helping you to make the connection between your experience, education and future ambitions.