Business with Decision Analytics MA (Hons)

Combine the study of business with decision analytics to prepare for the social, political, environmental and cultural challenges facing contemporary businesses, governments and not-for-profit organisations.<br/><br/>Taught by world-leading industry professionals and researchers, you will develop personal and professional competencies such as:<br/><br/><br/>* authentic leadership <br/><br/><br/>* ethical, responsible, sustainable business behaviour <br/><br/><br/>* entrepreneurial practice <br/><br/><br/>* effective communication<br/><br/><br/>This will enable you to work across a range of roles in contemporary business including: <br/><br/><br/>* accountancy and finance <br/><br/><br/>* strategy <br/><br/><br/>* marketing <br/><br/><br/>* human resource management <br/><br/><br/>* data analytics <br/><br/><br/>* entrepreneurship and innovation<br/><br/><br/>You can draw on a range of disciplines outside business, particularly in Years 1 and 2, which include: <br/><br/><br/>* psychology <br/><br/><br/>* law <br/><br/><br/>* economics <br/><br/><br/>* sociology <br/><br/><br/>* art and design <br/><br/><br/>* history <br/><br/><br/>* mathematics<br/><br/><br/>**Decision analytics**<br/><br/>Studies in decision analytics include exploring techniques and developing the skills required to analyse management problems in which uncertainty plays a significant role, using examples based on applications from the areas of:<br/><br/><br/>* capacity planning <br/><br/><br/>* quality control <br/><br/><br/>* consumer behaviour <br/><br/><br/>* inventory management <br/><br/><br/>* finance and purchasing <br/><br/><br/>* mathematical programming concepts <br/><br/><br/>* applications <br/><br/><br/>* models <br/><br/><br/>* solution methods<br/><br/><br/>**Who the programme is for** <br/><br/>This programme is particularly suitable if you are looking to pursue a career within data analytics. The programme is also appropriate if you are aspiring to undertake a career in strategic management, or those seeking further educational opportunities. <br/><br/>**Environment for learning** <br/><br/>We offer a supportive and encouraging environment where you can grow and develop. Our Student Experience Team offer an extensive range of pastoral and professional provision to support you on your undergraduate journey.<br/><br/>We provide many and varied opportunities for you to engage in co- and extra-curricular activities. Our dedicated Student Development Team can help you develop a range of essential business graduate competencies. <br/><br/>**Further development opportunities**<br/><br/>You may take undergraduate Edinburgh Awards supported by an alumni professional mentor and trained coaches: <br/><br/><br/>* Personal and Professional Development (Year 2) <br/><br/><br/>* Effective and Responsible Leadership (Year 3 or 4)<br/><br/><br/>You can also participate in a large number of business societies, business events and peer-support schemes.<br/><br/>This degree offers the opportunity to study abroad in Year 3.