Business Analytics and Technologies (Online) Master of Science - MSc (UG)

Designed with flexibility in mind, this fully online programme is particularly suited to working professionals, parents and carers, and those seeking employment or career progression. Live teaching is scheduled on one weekday evening and on Saturday mornings, helping you balance postgraduate study with work, family and other commitments.

Business analytics helps organisations make better decisions by providing data-driven insights into customer needs, competitor strategies, and other market trends. If you're a graduate with a passion to improve business performance through data mining, analysis and visualisation, our online MSc in Business Analytics and Technologies will support you in developing a breadth of in-depth knowledge and practical capability, ready for a career in this rapidly developing field.

Business analytics is crucial to the success of companies of all sizes, supporting managers to make informed decisions, streamline processes and plan effectively. Organisations need highly-skilled professionals to process and interrogate business data to identify the patterns, trends, and correlations that support them to optimise their processes for cost savings, improve customer experience and identify opportunities for growth. By studying the University of Greater Manchester's MSc Business Analytics and Technologies degree you can develop essential knowledge and understanding of data analysis methods and business intelligence principles and practices while studying through a supportive, interactive online learning environment.

A distinctive feature of this programme is the development of essential computer programming and data analytics skills; no prior expertise is assumed. We offer the knowledge and skills needed to interrogate and make sense of data, unlock vital insights and communicate your discoveries, so you can help turn business data into actionable insights that support good operational, tactical and strategic decision-making. Our expert and dedicated team will cover essential computing, data analytics, business, marketing, and life skills, including leadership, advanced analysis, creativity and problem-solving techniques. We'll support you as you learn to provide insight and analysis through clear visual, written and verbal communication.

Within each module, we'll explore relevant issues, strategies and practices, using live case studies, guest speakers from industry, and the latest research evidence. You'll have a choice of option modules covering specialist topics, and you'll agree on a capstone project with your supervisors that is completely tailored to your experience and specialism.

We focus on helping you develop industry-relevant knowledge and skills so that you are well-prepared for a career in business data analytics and technologies. We'll also support you in building lifelong learning skills so you can take ownership of your professional development for the future and maximise your potential for success.

What you will learn

* Business analytics and data-driven decision-making


* Programming and data analytics techniques for business applications


* Data visualisation, machine learning, and predictive analytics


* Technological innovation and digital transformation in organisations


* Research, problem-solving, and professional practice