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University of Leicester: Business Analytics
| Institution | University of Leicester View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Leicester School of Business |
| Web | le.ac.uk/study/postgraduates |
| pgadmissions@le.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0)116 252 5381 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
In today’s data-driven landscape, businesses need professionals who can turn complex data into actionable insights. The MSc in Business Analytics will equip you with the skills to analyse large datasets, make informed decisions and enhance business performance.
Growing global demand for data-driven decision-making is transforming industries. Organisations are increasingly recognising the value of leveraging data. The MSc in Business Analytics is designed to provide you with an in-depth understanding of the pivotal role that data plays in shaping business decisions. The course will equip you with the knowledge and skills required to effectively analyse complex datasets, enabling you to drive strategic initiatives within organisations.
Throughout the course you will master key analytical techniques and tools and apply these to real-world business scenarios. This will give you a practical understanding of how big data can be leveraged to enhance organisational performance and drive strategic initiatives within various industries.
In your modules you will engage with fundamental and diverse topics in business analytics, such as data visualisation and analysis, programming skills, statistical analysis, marketing principles and future market trends, plus the impact of technology and sustainability. Your dissertation will allow you to apply your learning to practical business analytics challenges.
The course emphasises a hands-on learning approach and a focus on enhancing your transferable skills, including effective communication, project management and independent research – skills that are essential in the current data-centric business landscape. As a student in the University of Leicester School of Business, you will benefit from a dynamic educational environment that encourages critical thinking and problem-solving, preparing you for the challenges faced by modern businesses.
This course will prepare you for a variety of roles in data analysis, business intelligence and strategic management in a range of sectors. An MSc in Business Analytics will open doors to a rewarding career in a rapidly evolving field, enabling you to contribute meaningfully to data-driven decision-making processes and make significant impact in the business world.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A good second-class honours degree or its equivalent from a recognised institution, or a relevant graduate level professional qualification; Or a demonstration of considerable relevant practical experience and evidence of the ability to cope with the demands of the course. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A good second-class honours degree or its equivalent from a recognised institution, or a relevant graduate level professional qualification; Or a demonstration of considerable relevant practical experience and evidence of the ability to cope with the demands of the course. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A good second-class honours degree or its equivalent from a recognised institution, or a relevant graduate level professional qualification; Or a demonstration of considerable relevant practical experience and evidence of the ability to cope with the demands of the course. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
About the University of Leicester
Why Study Here?
The University of Leicester is renowned for world-class research and teaching. Named University of the Year 2025 (Daily Mail) and shortlisted for University of the Year (Times Higher Education 2024 and The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025), it offers globally recognised degrees.
The University is celebrated for ground-breaking discoveries including genetic fingerprinting and the discovery of King Richard III. A leader in UK space research for 60+ years, it has developed instruments for six active mission – more than any UK university. Research excellence is …
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