
Business Analytics MSc
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
DURATION
12 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Request application deadline *
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
GBP 28,700 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* no application closing date for this course
** international students | GBP 15,400 - home students
Introduction
This programme is designed to meet the increasing demand for expertise in business analytics across diverse academic backgrounds.
Course features
Completing this programme will prepare you for work as a business analyst. You'll be able to work across various functional areas and industries.
Key programme highlights include:
- development of versatile business analytics skills, applicable across different domains.
- exposure to a range of analytical tools and critical perspectives that inform sound business decision-making
- hands-on experience managing real-life business analytics projects
- an experiential learning approach based in real-world application and engagement with industry practices
The programme is built upon three interconnected pillars:
Semester 1
Dive into the fundamentals of data science. You will acquire essential skills in statistics and programming. These skills are tailored for business analytics.
Semester 2
Gain a critical managerial perspective. You will explore business analytics projects and their effective management strategies.
Semester 3
Apply your knowledge in the real world. You will critically evaluate analytics in various business domains.
This culminates in an in-depth individual research or consultancy project. You'll delve into the practical application of business analytics.
We believe in a balanced approach that will enhance your employability. These building blocks will form a solid foundation. They will equip you with both technical expertise and project management skills. You'll not only focus on technical know-how, but also on its practical application.
Why study with us?
A triple-accredited Business School and a world-leading University
Newcastle University is dedicated to advancing knowledge and addressing global challenges. Students join a community committed to excellence and innovation. Newcastle University Business School's mission emphasises:
- innovation
- education
- creating responsible futures for business and society
Research and teaching excellence with an interdisciplinary approach
We have a strong tradition of excellence, particularly when it comes to digital business, information systems, and data. You'll benefit from a wealth of teaching and research experience. This is the case within the Business School and beyond. The programme itself fosters interdisciplinary interactions and collaborations. This will enhance your learning experience. You will connect with students and faculty across the University. This will expose you to an even wider range of perspectives.
Practical and critical skills
The programme does not just teach technical skills. It also emphasises critical thinking. You will learn how to approach business analytics projects strategically. You will also understand how to extract maximum value from data. This is a crucial skill in modern decision-making.
Rankings
- 42% of our research is classified as 4* world-leading research – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- 65% increase in research power since 2014 – Research Excellence Framework 2021
- Global Top 130 University - QS World University Rankings 2025
- Global Top 170 University - Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024
- Top 25 in the UK and Top 100 in the world for sustainable development – Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024
Curriculum
What you'll learn
On the Business Analytics MSc programme, you will gain expertise in:
- data management
- statistical foundations of data science
- statistical learning
- research methods
You will develop practical skills in:
- project management
- digital transformation
- operations analytics
- artificial intelligence in business
- marketing analytics
You will also explore data analytics for business insights and engage in a collaborative group project. The comprehensive curriculum will enable you to extract valuable insights from data. This skill will help you make sound data-driven decisions. You will be able to excel in a wide range of roles in various industries.
Modules
You will study modules on this course. A module is a unit of a course with its own approved aims and outcomes and assessment methods.
Compulsory Modules
- Statistical Foundations of Business Analytics
- Statistical Learning for Business Analytics
- Data Management and Exploratory Data Analysis
- Dissertation
- Research Methods
- Project Management
- Realising value from digital business
- Marketing Analytics
- Data Analytics for Business Insights
- Business Analytics Group Project
- Operations Analytics
- Artificial Intelligence in Business
Career Opportunities
Upon completing our programme, you will be well-prepared to embark on a promising future. With a robust foundation in business analytics, you will become a sought-after professional. You will be able to lead data-driven innovations across various industries.
As a graduate, you can offer invaluable insights to organisations worldwide. The MSc in Business Analytics could lead to a range of analytics-related roles, such as:
- business analysts
- data scientists
- consultants