Business Analytics

Entry requirements

A minimum of a second-class UK degree, or an equivalent internationally recognised qualification in any subject area is needed for this course. Basic quantitative skills are an advantage.

All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications.

Months of entry

September

Course content

As a Kent Business School student studying MSc in Business Analytics, you will learn the most advanced analytics techniques to develop a deep understanding of business data and how to interpret it effectively, predicting the needs of a business in an increasingly stats-driven world.

Gain robust knowledge of the skills, technologies, applications and practices to interpret and analyse enterprise data proactively. Through a mix of in-depth theory and practical experience, establish a knowledge of the value of data analytics and its influence on successful business strategy.

Our varied compulsory and optional modules on this flexible course offer a well-rounded insight into data and its place in all types of business, anywhere in the world.

You also have access to our ASPIRE centre, a purpose-built entrepreneurial lab where you can develop, plan and launch your own start-up business.

MSc Business Analytics is also available with an optional Industrial Placement.

This course offers extensive access to real market data via our Bloomberg Lab, a coveted virtual trading platform that is bursting at the seams with real-world data and case studies to apply your newfound expertise.

Quants Workshop

Kent Business School offers an optional one and half week refresher workshop in Mathematics, Statistics and Excel, prior to the start of this programme.

Industrial Placement

Industrial placements are the perfect way for you to enhance your career prospects and deepen your understanding of a specific area of expertise. This MSc programme is available with the option to take an in-company or self-employed industrial placement of up to 12 months (visa dependent), allowing you to gain work experience in the UK or overseas.

Watch our Postgraduate Placements video here.

Information for international students

Please see our International Student website for entry requirements by country and other relevant information. Please note that international fee-paying students cannot undertake a part-time programme due to visa restrictions.

English language entry requirements

The University requires all non-native speakers of English to reach a minimum standard of proficiency in written and spoken English before beginning a postgraduate degree. Certain subjects require a higher level.

For detailed information see our English language requirements web pages.

Need help with English?

Please note that if you are required to meet an English language condition, we offer a number of pre-sessional courses in English for Academic Purposes through Kent International Pathways.

Fees and funding

Please see our funding pages for the most current information.