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University of Hertfordshire
MSc Business Analytics and Consultancy
University of Hertfordshire

MSc Business Analytics and Consultancy

UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE

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Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-26

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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Business Modelling / Analysis

Course Summary

The course has been developed to enable you to develop advanced knowledge and skills in the following areas- Business Analytical Methods and Information Technology, Business Problem Structuring and Solving and Consultancy Skills in the Business Environment. This Master's in Business Analytics and Consultancy aims to provide you with the analytical knowledge and skills required to be a successful consultant in the modern business environment. You will gain experience of applying these skills to real consultancy (working with a local organisation) in the complex context in which organisations operate. You will also experience a range of teaching, learning and assessment methods, which will enable you to gain - and be confident in - the skills of modelling, analysis and consulting. All this should directly improve your employment prospects.Graduates can work in a wide range of industries as business analysts or management consultants. The knowledge and skills obtained will enable you to work as an independent consultant, or within an organisation at middle management or senior level.

Modules

Business Analytics Tools (15 Credits) - Core
The module will develop knowledge and understanding of a range of business analytics tools used in business management today. Students will be presented with the importance of business problem structuring and formulation and will be guided to shape business problems as analytical models. The module will include a range of tools and techniques to solve the business analytical models with an emphasis on the interpretation of the results generated through the solution process. The difficulties and limitations associated with the formulation and solutions stages will be presented including their implications to the business decision making process. Students will be encouraged to use appropriate software to solve the models. The modules include the following topics: Linear Programming; Game Theory; Critical path Method and PERT; Queuing Theory; Markov Processes.
Computer Simulation for Business (15 Credits) - Core
Consultancy Skills for Business Analysts (30 Credits) - Core
Data Analytics (30 Credits) - Core
Databases and Business Intelligence (15 Credits) - Core
Individual Consultancy Project (60 Credits) - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£15,120

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£17,950

Entry requirements

An honours degree (at least 2:2 or above) in Business, Management, or any other discipline that includes a quantitative or computing element. While not a formal requirement, an aptitude for mathematics or computing is essential for students on this course.

University information

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The University of Hertfordshire offers a huge variety of postgraduate courses across 19 subject areas, from creative arts to sustainable planning. It offers flexible study options to suit a student’s lifestyle, fantastic links to business, and expert guidance every step of the way. Why choose postgraduate study at Herts? Student Satisfaction: 1st in the East of England for postgraduate study (Whatuni Student Choice Awards,...more

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