In our data-driven world, it is essential to understand the tools, techniques, and strategies needed to maximise big data. Aston University’s distance learning MSc Management & Analytics programme combines the management and analytics disciplines to navigate data-supported strategic decision-making from a leadership perspective. You will learn how to harness the powers of analytics while developing the ability to manage and lead in data-driven organisations and teams.
100 per cent online, part-time - Affordable fee of £9,500
- 3 intakes per year
- Personalized support for your success
A Unique Skill Set
Upon completion of the MSc Management & Analytics programme, you will develop and refine a wide range of business skills demanded by employers worldwide including:
- Managerial Behaviour: Gain general leadership skills needed to thrive as a manager including effective communication, confidence presenting and creative problem solving.
- Analytical Thinking: Learn how to apply predictive business and financial analytics as well as advanced statistical and marketing models to drive informed decision-making.
- Technical Expertise: Build confidence through hands-on experience with software packages such as R, Python, SQL and their related languages.
Admission Requirements
To enter one of the online programmes in the MSc Business Analytics Suite, you should possess a good UK honours degree (minimum lower second class) or an equivalent overseas degree recognised by Aston University. All applicants must submit the following:
- Official academic transcript(s) of your grades to date
- Two written recommendations, preferably at least one academic referee
- Current CV
- International students: An official academic transcript, with an official English translation
The MSc Business Analytics degrees are highly technical analytics programmes. As such, a relevant quantitative undergraduate or master’s degree is preferred. We will also consider applicants with a non-quantitative degree if you have relevant work experience or alternative quantitative qualifications.
Preferred Degrees Include:
- Accounting and Finance
- Engineering
- Business Informatics
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Information Systems
- Mathematics
Acceptable Alternative Qualifications Include:
- Chartered Engineer or similar professional qualification
- Advanced programming skills (C++, Java, Python, or R)
- Statistics
- Data Analysis
- Machine Learning
- Analytical software experience (SAP, SPSS, or SAS)
Language Requirements
International students must meet English language requirements outlined below or an equivalent English language qualification recognised by Aston University.
- TOEFL: A minimum score of 93
- IELTS: An overall minimum score of 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 for each individual IELTS skill
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