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Master of Science
MSc Business Analytics
Do you have a passion for harnessing the power of data?
This highly practical accredited business course has been designed with a strong focus on your future employability and is ideal for those with a numerical background looking to hone their skills in the key aspects and technologies of data management, business intelligence and data analytics. This course will equip you with the understanding and the skills to problem-solve in technology rich environments and make data driven business decisions.
This business Master's degree is available to study on-campus or online as a full-time course (1 year) or with Professional Practice Year (2 years), or part-time (2 years).
Our students say:
"The quality of teaching has been brilliant, and I would highly recommend it to anyone seeking a well-rounded and practical education. The combination of experienced lecturers, interactive workshops with students, small-sized classes, and the use of in-demand programming tools and software, together with the application of theoretical knowledge to solve real-world business problems were truly beneficial to my learning journey.”
Chitavi, MSc Business Analytics, London Moorgate
Chitavi, MSc Business Analytics, London Moorgate
Key Facts
Entry requirements
2:2 or above from a UK Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent qualification(s)
Entry requirementsApply
You can apply to study this course directly with The University of Law Business School today.
Course Details
MSc Business Analytics
Our Master’s in Business Analytics course will provide you with an in-depth knowledge of the theories and principles of data analytics, along with the latest technologies and statistical methods, and how these can be applied to harness the power of technology for organisational success.
Your learning experience is important to us, and that’s why this course is taught by experienced business professionals in workshop-style classes to ensure you can benefit from greater interaction with your lecturer. We emphasise practical based learning and relevant real-life application, and you will apply theoretical concepts and models to real life business case studies.
This course is accredited by The Chartered Management Institute so upon successful completion of the course, you will have the option to apply for a CMI Level 7 Certificate in Strategic Management and Leadership as well as your degree. This course is also offered as an ‘Accredited Degree’ by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CiM) meaning students will be able to gain industry-recognised qualifications at an accelerated pace.
Upon completion of this business Master’s course, you will have the skills to understand patterns in data and how to apply these to your business decisions and link your work to business value. You will have the essential cutting-edge knowledge and skills to succeed in today’s rapidly changing work environment and take your career to a senior level.
NEW MSc Business Analytics with Professional Practice
This course is offered as a 2-year full-time business master’s programme. Sharing the first year of study with the 1-year MSc Business Analytics, the 2-year programme benefits from a second year of Professional Practice that is specifically aimed at fostering the employment opportunities of students.
Offering greater flexibility than a traditional Placement Year, our Professional Practice Year allows you to decide how to put your skills into practice. Choose between an academic dissertation, business plan, business or consultancy project, or a paid placement in industry, depending on the option that is best suited to your future career path. Apply now
Why study a Business Master’s degree with us?
- A professional Careers and Employability Service: from day one to beyond graduation, we'll help you become more employable with support from our expert employability service and careers advisers.
- Professional Development: you'll have the opportunity to benefit from our 1:1 professional coaching each semester and be encouraged to submit a personal development plan (PDP) tailored to your career goals and unique skills. Your professional development is built-in to all of our course modules to ensure you continuously increase your work-place skills as you study, and we offer a whole range of professional development support.
- Quality of teaching: you'll work on real-life case studies, taught by business specialists with industry expertise in business analytics.
- Help to support your tuition fees: we have business scholarships and bursaries and can guide you on postgraduate fees and funding.
- Amount of support: our range of student advisors and academic coaches, support apps and student support services help our domestic and international students.
- Flexible course format: study full-time, part-time, on-campus or 100% online with a learning model that encourages independent and deep learning, shared modules for greater networking and clear time demands.
Should you be unable to complete the full programme, you may still be awarded a Diploma or Certificate depending on terms completed.
Upcoming Application Deadlines
The application deadlines for our February 2025 intake are as follows:
- International students requiring a Student Route Visa from inside the UK: Monday 13th January 2025
- Domestic and Online students: Friday 7th February 2025
The application deadlines for our June 2025 intake are as follows:
- International students requiring a Student Route Visa from outside the UK: Monday 7th April 2025
- International students requiring a Student Route Visa from inside the UK: Monday 19th May 2025
- Domestic and Online students: Friday 13th June 2025
Course Structure
Modules
- Global Business Strategy (15 credits)
- Innovation Management in a Digital Age (15 credits)
- Success Through Business Ethics (15 credits)
- Data Analysis for Business (15 credits)
- Data Design Management (15 credits)
- Data Security (15 credits)
- Data Visualisation (15 credits)
- Digital Marketing Analytics (15 credits)
- Data & Decision Making (15 credits)
- Leadership Mindset (15 credits)
- Business Simulation (15 credits)
- Contemporary Issues in Business (15 credits)
Course Start Dates
February 2025
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MSc Business Analytics
- Full-time: Birmingham, London Moorgate and Manchester
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MSc Business Analytics with Professional Practice
- Full-time: Birmingham, London Moorgate and Manchester
June 2025
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MSc Business Analytics
- Full-time: Birmingham, London Moorgate and Manchester
- Part-time: Birmingham, London Moorgate and Manchester
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MSc Business Analytics with Professional Practice
- Full-time: Birmingham, London Moorgate and Manchester
September 2025
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MSc Business Analytics
- Full-time: Birmingham, London Moorgate and Manchester
- Part-time: Birmingham, London Moorgate and Manchester
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MSc Business Analytics with Professional Practice
- Full-time: Birmingham, London Moorgate and Manchester
February 2026
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MSc Business Analytics
- Full-time: Birmingham, London Moorgate and Manchester
- Part-time: Birmingham, London Moorgate and Manchester
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MSc Business Analytics with Professional Practice
- Full-time: Birmingham, London Moorgate and Manchester
June 2026
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MSc Business Analytics
- Full-time: Birmingham, London Moorgate and Manchester
- Part-time: Birmingham, London Moorgate and Manchester
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MSc Business Analytics with Professional Practice
- Full-time: Birmingham, London Moorgate and Manchester
Online
Study MSc Business Analytics Online starting September 2025, February 2026 or June 2026
Course requirements
The course demands show you the requirements, prior knowledge and commitments our course will involve.
Study Online
You can also study this course 100% online.
If you’re looking for the perfect combination of a flexible study programme to fit around your other commitments together with the benefit of our expertise, experience and employability focus, why not consider our online study option?
open daysUpcoming Dates
Jan 7th
Law Conversion Courses Open Day (Birmingham Campus)
Postgraduate
17:00 - 19:30
Birmingham
Jan 7th
Legal Practice Course Open Day (Birmingham Campus)
Postgraduate
17:00 - 19:30
Birmingham
Jan 7th
SQE Courses for Law Graduates Open Day (London Moorgate Campus)
Postgraduate
17:00 - 19:30
London Moorgate
next open day
11d 13h 15m
Course Information
To get a full picture of how studying this course works during the year, take a look at our course date breakdown.
You will be assessed formally through a mix of individual assignments, group work and Dissertation/Project work.
Students will study for one year full-time or two years part-time, divided into three semesters of 13 weeks. Typically, full-time students will study 4 modules per semester and part-time students will study 2 modules per semester.
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Fees and Applying
You can apply for this course directly with the University of Law.
2024/25 Course Fee (for courses starting on or after 1 July 2024)
Domestic students
London: £11,850
Outside London: £11,300
International (non-domestic) students
London: £18,500 (or £15,500 including a £3,000 International Bursary*)
Outside London: £17,000 (or £14,500 including a £2,500 International Bursary*)
2 Year Programme with Professional Practice:
Domestic students
London: £13,050
Outside London: £12,450
International (non-domestic) students
London: £20,350 (or £17,350 including a £3,000 International Bursary*)
Outside London: £18,700 (or £16,200 including a £2,500 International Bursary*)
2025/26 Course Fee (for courses starting on or after 1 July 2025)
Domestic students
London: £12,300
Outside London: £11,750
International (non-domestic) students
London: £18,500 (or £15,500 including a £3,000 International Bursary*)
Outside London: £17,000 (or £14,500 including a £2,500 International Bursary*)
2 Year Programme with Professional Practice:
Domestic students
London: £13,550
Outside London: £12,950
International (non-domestic) students
London: £20,350 (or £17,350 including a £3,000 International Bursary*)
Outside London: £18,700 (or £16,200 including a £2,500 International Bursary*)
By studying a Master's degree you could be eligible for a Postgraduate Loan.
If you’re a ULaw alumnus, you may be eligible to receive our £1000 Academic Master's Alumni Discount.
We also have a range of scholarships and bursaries available to help you invest in your future.
We have students from over 120 different countries throughout our campuses, with a dedicated team to help international students.
We offer this course with Pre-sessional English for students who need to improve their English language level to meet the language entry requirements. Take a look at our English Language Courses page for more details.
