(Under Accreditation – MFHEA)
Business Data Analytics (Proposed Specialisation)
The Business Data Analytics specialisation provides learners with the skills needed to transform raw data into meaningful insights that support organisational decision-making. The specialisation focuses on analytical thinking, data processing, data modelling and visualisation methods that are widely used across modern businesses and technology-driven sectors.
Learners explore how large and small datasets can be collected, cleaned, analysed and interpreted using contemporary analytical tools. Emphasis is placed on practical techniques such as data preprocessing, descriptive and predictive analytics, dashboard creation, and the application of business intelligence (BI) systems that help organisations optimise processes and improve performance.
Students also gain an understanding of how data strategy, automation and responsible data management contribute to value creation. Ethical data use, privacy awareness and accuracy of interpretation form essential components of this specialisation.
All information on this page is currently proposed and subject to MFHEA approval.
What You Will Learn
Learners specialising in Business Data Analytics will develop competencies in:
- data collection, cleaning and preprocessing
- data exploration and descriptive analytics
- predictive modelling and forecasting
- data visualisation and dashboard development
- database systems and data management
- business intelligence platforms and automation tools
- applied statistics for business environments
- interpreting, communicating and presenting insights
- responsible and ethical handling of data
Programme Structure for This Specialisation
Compulsory Core Modules (Completed by all MSc IT students)
- Advanced Data Analytics
- Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
- Software Engineering and Development
- Cloud Computing and Virtualisation
- Research Methods
- Dissertation in Information Technology
Specialisation Module (Elective)
Students selecting this specialisation complete the following module:
- Advanced Business Data Analytics
