100% Online MSc Management with Business Analytics
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Unlock data-driven insights and transform business outcomes with our 100% online MSc Management with Business Analytics
St Mary’s 100% online MSc Management with Business Analytics programme is designed for professionals looking to develop expertise in data-driven decision-making and strategic business insights. This flexible, part-time programme equips you with the analytical and problem-solving skills required to interpret complex data sets, optimise business performance, and drive organisational success.
You will explore a range of business and analytics-focused topics, including predictive modelling, business intelligence, and responsible data management. By integrating advanced analytical techniques with leadership and management principles, the programme prepares you to make strategic decisions in fast-changing business environments.
This MSc incorporates a dedicated 60-credit research component, including Research Methods, Research Project Proposal, and a final Research Project. These modules provide the opportunity to conduct independent research on business analytics challenges, apply quantitative and qualitative methodologies, and develop original insights that contribute to industry knowledge.
You will explore a range of business and analytics-focused topics, including predictive modelling, business intelligence, and responsible data management. By integrating advanced analytical techniques with leadership and management principles, the programme prepares you to make strategic decisions in fast-changing business environments.
This MSc incorporates a dedicated 60-credit research component, including Research Methods, Research Project Proposal, and a final Research Project. These modules provide the opportunity to conduct independent research on business analytics challenges, apply quantitative and qualitative methodologies, and develop original insights that contribute to industry knowledge.
You’ll develop your capacity to
- Manage challenges effectively with skills and knowledge important to the modern, global business landscape, enabling you to drive success in diverse organisational contexts
- Source and analyse data, transforming insights into informed strategies that enhance decision-making and organisational outcomes
- Leverage data-driven insights to critically evaluate complex problems and identify opportunities, equipping you with tools for impactful leadership and innovation
- Navigate and resolve unforeseen challenges through strategic thinking and agile decision-making, ensuring resilience in uncertain environments
- Understand and apply principles of responsible management, fostering ethical leadership and positioning yourself as a forward-thinking leader committed to driving meaningful change.
And grow your career
Business analytics is a dynamic and rapidly evolving field, with professionals skilled in leveraging data insights in high demand across industries. This programme will equip you with the expertise to thrive in a range of roles, including business analyst, data-driven strategist, operations manager, marketing analyst, and more.
By developing advanced skills in data analysis, strategic decision-making, and ethical management, the programme prepares you to navigate complex organisational challenges. You will learn how to use analytical tools and techniques to interpret data, optimise operations, and drive informed decision-making, positioning yourself as a leader in today’s global business landscape.
By developing advanced skills in data analysis, strategic decision-making, and ethical management, the programme prepares you to navigate complex organisational challenges. You will learn how to use analytical tools and techniques to interpret data, optimise operations, and drive informed decision-making, positioning yourself as a leader in today’s global business landscape.
With a programme designed for you
St Mary’s 100% online MSc Management with Business Analytics is designed for working professionals seeking to enhance their careers and excel in data-driven managerial roles. This flexible programme enables you to balance your studies with key commitments, such as work, family, and personal priorities. Develop advanced skills in data analysis, strategic decision-making, and leadership, while minimising disruption to your everyday life. Empower yourself with the expertise to leverage analytics for effective decision-making and achieve your career ambitions in today’s data-centric business landscape.
Programme Modules
Business Strategy
Master the principles of strategic management and learn how to position organisations for long-term success. You’ll cover strategic analysis, competitive advantage, and decision-making frameworks. You’ll explore case studies to understand how organisations navigate dynamic environments and create value for stakeholders. The skills gained will enable you to think critically and lead strategic initiatives across diverse sectors.
£645
Research Project Proposal
Create a detailed research proposal that forms the foundation for your dissertation. You will be guided through the process of selecting research topics, designing research methodologies, and planning your data analysis. Additionally, you will prepare an ethics application and receive constructive feedback to refine and strengthen the scope and feasibility of your proposed research project.
£645
Operations Management
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of operations management, critical for success in any organisation. You’ll delve into key areas such as process and capacity planning, quality management, and supply chain optimisation. You’ll learn how effective operations strategies drive organisational efficiency and competitiveness, equipping you with the skills to address complex operational challenges.
£645
Marketing Management
Develop your understanding of how organisations create and deliver value to their customers and stakeholders through effective marketing strategies. You’ll examine key concepts such as segmentation, targeting, branding, pricing, distribution, and promotion. You’ll learn to analyse market opportunities and apply strategic marketing tools to make informed decisions. By exploring real-world scenarios, you will gain practical skills in designing and implementing marketing plans that align with an organisation's objectives and meet the needs of target markets.
£645
Data Mining and Management Strategies
Develop your ability to enhance business decisions using data mining and strategic management techniques. You’ll explore machine learning, data wrangling, and blending methods to design data plans and solve real-world problems. You’ll learn to apply methods like extract, load, transform (ELT) and automated workflows, alongside AI and machine learning, to optimise data for deeper insights. You’ll practice statistical modelling, including clustering and classification trees, and conduct predictive and descriptive analysis. With hands-on Excel experience, you’ll create analytical presentations, combining technical and strategic approaches to address business challenges effectively.
£645
Applied Data Analytics for Decision Making
Learn to make business decisions using data analysis. After starting with a refresher on basic statistics, you’ll learn how to create statistical experiments to create a process for decision making. These experiments will use methods such as regression and optimisation to determine the optimal business decisions. The analysis of these experiment outcomes will give you a deeper insight into your business units. This will result in an increase in your ability to add value to your organisation.
£645
Research Methods for Business and Management
Build a solid foundation in research design and methodology, essential for addressing complex business challenges. You’ll identify research questions, conducting literature reviews, and selecting appropriate data collection and analysis techniques. You’ll explore both academic and consultancy research approaches, with an emphasis on ethical practices and critical evaluation.
£645
Finance for Managers
Examine the critical financial fundamentals necessary for managing an organisation's operational activities and achieving its strategic goals. You’ll learn about the time value of money, investing in various instruments, making critical decisions regarding capital expenditures, and various methods for successfully capitalising the firm. Managing critical cash flows and allocation of financial assets are also discussed in detail from a managerial perspective.
£645
Business Intelligence & Visualisation Tools
Explore the processes of transforming raw data into actionable business insights through advanced tools and techniques. You will explore business intelligence concepts, focusing on reporting, data visualisation, and decision-making frameworks. You’ll learn to use technology to analyse historical data, identify trends, and improve organisational performance. Additionally, practical assignments will help you master BI applications and their role in strategic growth.
£645
Organisational Change & Development
Learn strategies for driving and managing change in organisations to enhance effectiveness. This module focuses on planning and leading change, overcoming resistance, and fostering a culture that supports innovation and adaptation. Topics include models of change, corporate culture transformation, and strategy execution. Through case studies and practical exercises, you’ll develop the skills to navigate the human aspects of organisational change and become a confident change leader.
£645
Research Project
Apply advanced research methodologies to conduct a thorough, in-depth study in your chosen area. You will critically review existing literature, gather and analyse relevant data, and present your findings, contributing to the field of professional practice. Throughout the project, you will demonstrate strong analytical, evaluative, and reflective skills, showcasing your ability to address complex, real-world problems with evidence-based solutions.
£1,290
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