London, United Kingdom
The world’s top global organisations are in need of talented individuals who can take data and transform it into a powerful strategic asset. This asset has the potential to uncover previously untapped opportunities, reduce costs and inefficiencies, and drive their strategic growth.
Throughout the programme, you will gain a deep understanding of the nuances of data, and its limitations. You will also develop the necessary statistical and computational skills to:
The programme covers a wide range of data analysis techniques, including computational thinking, model validation and testing, dataset manipulation, regression models, and statistical modelling. Additionally, many of the modules will require the use of leading business analytics tools such as Python.
In your third term, you will have the opportunity to apply your learnings through a double-credit-bearing Consulting Project/Dissertation. This project involves a collaborative dialogue between the student and a partnering organization, with a focus on delivering tangible business value in the real world. This hands-on experience will allow you to put your skills into practice and make a meaningful impact in a professional setting. Through our partnerships, you will have the opportunity to expand your network and further develop your skills.
Our goal is to prepare the next generation of "data native" leaders who can effectively utilise data as a strategic asset for any organisation, influence company strategy and decision-making, and confidently drive business performance. By enrolling on this programme, you will position yourself for success in data analytics and leadership roles, developing the key skills necessary to unlock the true value of data and its impact on areas such as strategy, marketing, and operations.
These skills are highly sought after by a range of companies, including global corporations, consulting firms, and high-growth startups in the finance, retail, and technology sectors. For classes graduating 2018-2021, the top three job titles among Business Analytics graduates were; Data Analysts, Management Consultants and Business Analysts and Programmers and Software Development Professionals.