COURSE CURRICULUM

This program equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the growing field of business analytics, blending technical expertise with practical business applications. Core modules cover essential areas such as big data analytics and visualisation, spreadsheet modelling and decision automation, machine learning and forecasting, simulation modelling, and prescriptive analytics and decision optimisation. Alongside these technical skills, students also develop critical professional competencies through modules like Skills of Tomorrow for Business Analysts, preparing them to communicate insights effectively, collaborate in teams, and approach complex business problems with confidence. Optional modules allow students to tailor their learning to specific interests, including real-world challenges through The Business Analytics Challenge, gaining hands-on experience with professional placements or internships, and exploring focused areas such as supply chain analytics or warehousing and global transportation management. By combining theory, technical skills, and applied experience, the program prepares graduates to work in a variety of sectors where data-driven decision-making is essential. Students learn to extract actionable insights from data, optimise business processes, and make informed decisions that impact organisational performance. Graduates leave ready to enter careers in consultancy, analytics, operations, or management, equipped with the knowledge and experience to thrive in data-centric roles across diverse industries.