Business Analytics MSc

Business analysts are in high demand. They play crucial roles in analysing business practice and unlocking data to drive business success. Professionals who can guide data-driven decisions can enjoy rewarding career and financial opportunities (Source: Prospects).<br/><br/>We developed this course with our industry partners to ensure it’s cutting edge and of an industry standard. You’ll learn the key skills to use data insight for business growth.<br/><br/>The course focuses on statistical analysis, predictive analysis, text analytics, and data-mining. You’ll learn powerful visual programming and scripting tools, such as Orange, R, Power-BI and Python. We will help you to make use of artificial intelligence (AI), automation and data exchange.<br/><br/>This Masters in business analytics course also explores:<br/><br/>disruption<br/>risk management<br/>sustainability<br/>data ethics<br/>This is a Masters conversion course designed to help you switch to a new career field or advance your skills in Business Analytics. We welcome applicants from different educational backgrounds.<br/><br/>A blend of data and business skills<br/>We blend technical skills with a focus on critical thinking, creativity and decision-making. Understanding data is key. So is communicating insight to non-technical audiences. Learn the techniques to provide solutions and influence business strategy.<br/><br/>You will undertake consultancy-style projects, which will include real-life case studies and opportunities to work with a business.<br/><br/>Past students have worked with:<br/><br/>Edinburgh Airport<br/>Virgin Money<br/>Three (3)<br/>Royal London<br/>A business analytics course supported by industry<br/>Benefit from our extensive business contacts and stay up-to-date with the latest data trends. We work closely with companies on our curriculum as well as hosting visiting speakers and networking events. Our partner companies include:<br/><br/>The Data Lab<br/>SAS Scotland Research and Development<br/>Code Base Stirling<br/>We are AACSB accredited<br/>The University of Stirling is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). AACSB International is the worlds largest global standard-setting body for business education. Only 6% of the world’s leading business schools achieve this accreditation. This recognises our excellence in business education and societal impact.