Heriot-Watt University, Dubai

Dubai, AE

icit@hw.ac.uk +971 4 571 7000

Heriot-Watt University, Dubai

Dubai, AE

icit@hw.ac.uk +971 4 571 7000

Master Of Science In Business Analytics And Consultancy

Master

Overview

Analyse complex datasets, apply advanced analytics tools, and make smarter business decisions. Blend theory with real-world application to deliver immediate impact.

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Program Details

Degree level: Master

Tuition & Fees

Tuition: Contact admissions

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, graduates will be able to:

Gain the skills to turn data into actionable insights.
Explore advanced analytics, learn data-driven decision-making, and apply your learning to real-world business challenges.
Study flexibly around your work, build career-relevant expertise, and progress course-by-course to complete a full MSc – boosting your career and influencing business strategy along the way.
Develop your knowledge in advanced data analytics and data visualisation, leveraging latest methods such as Big Data and AI.
Learn how to extract valuable business insights from large data sets and critically evaluate analytical approaches.
Master the art of business intelligence and decision making, harnessing data-driven insights to enhance strategic choices.

Program Requirements

In the MSc Business Analytics programme, you’ll progress through six 20 credit core courses, one 20 credit optional course and the 40 credit Business Analytics Reflective Portfolio.
Upskill while you work and get the tools you need to advance your career.
Gain knowledge in core areas of business analytics, including advanced data analysis and reporting, business strategy and decision making, and business consultancy.
Learn how to analyse organisational performance; identify opportunities for improvement and communicate them effectively; and challenge established models and practices to drive real change.

Required Documents

a research proposal (at Question 9, under ‘Background Information', please enter the full project title and reference number (if applicable). Please also provide at least 250 words (for civil engineering areas we need a title and 6-7 sentences) about your proposed area of research, the topic is normally provided by the applicant. Applications will not be considered until we have received this information from you, (unless stated otherwise in any current advertising we have for specific individual projects where the relevant project title and reference is required instead).

a copy of your degree certificate and relevant transcripts

Acquire the skills to interpret complex information, drive innovation, and steer organisations towards success.

Develop leadership acumen and business consultancy skills within the context of business analytics.

Learn how to lead complex business projects, engage effectively with organisations, and confidently deliver credible insights and recommendations to management

Earn the same qualification as on-campus

Enjoy a diverse range of career opportunities

Increase your professional value

Qualify for advanced study

proof of your ability in the English language (if English is not your mother tongue or if you have not already studied for a degree that was taught in English). Please refer to the English Language Requirementsfor further information.

a reference from an academic source (applicants with relevant full time work experience may use their current employer as one of the referees - applications will not be considered until we have received referee reports. You will need to complete the Referee Report Form. Please enter your full name and the research proposal title (as above), then forward to you referees for completion and return.

Passport - please do not upload this with your initial application. This will only be requested if an offer is made.

Financial guarantee - please do not upload personal bank statements with your initial application. For some students, a financial guarantee is required to prove how your tuition fees and personal maintenance costs will be met. This will be requested when an offer is made and is only required if you are one of the following: an international student applying to study on campus who is not entering the UK on a Student Visa - an international student who is being sponsored by your government or a commercial organisation.

at least an upper second-class (2:1) undergraduate honours degree in the relevant subject area, or a Masters Degree is preferrable. We may also consider candidates who can demonstrate appropriate alternative learning such as experience gained in the workplace or professional qualifications.

2 references (these should be academic references, except for the DBA programme for which candidates should typically supply one academic and one professional reference).

Research Proposal (unless you are applying for a DBA or an advertised project which does not require this)

English Language Requirements – applicants must be able to meet one of the criteria below: - If an applicant is a national of one of the countries listed on the UK Government Guidanceunder ‘Who does not need to prove their knowledge of English’ (copy of passport should be provided). - If an applicant’s first language is not English but they have an English-taught Bachelors or Masters degree from one of the countries listed on the UK Government Guidanceunder ‘Who does not need to prove their knowledge of English’, and this is clearly stated in evidence. This qualification should have been obtained no more than five years before the applicant is due to begin their studies at Heriot watt. - This student’s first language is not English but they have achieved at least a C in a Heriot-Watt pre-sessional English course and this is clearly stated in evidence. - This student’s first language is not English but they have provided a recognised English language test from the list below which was taken in the past 2 years and have achieved a CEFR level B2 at the levels below: | Test | PGR Entry Level | |---|---| | IELTS Academic (we do not accept IELTS Indicator, IELTS online or IELTS General Training) | Overall Score of 6.5 with no individual score lower than 6.0 | | PTE Academic | 68 overall with a minimum of 63 in each component | | TOEFL IBT | Overall score of 85, including reading 20, listening 19, speaking 20 and writing 21 | | Cambridge (new) | 176-184 |