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Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence

MSc/PGDip/PGCert
Duration
1 year
Start
September 2025
Delivery
In-person

Our course will teach you to harness analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) in business. You'll learn to use them for strategic decision-making, operational improvements and innovation.

Why study with us

  • We take a business-focused approach to analytics and AI, emphasising strategic applications.
  • Go beyond numbers and learn about the real-world applications of analytics and AI through projects and case studies.
  • Engage with industry experts and business partners to enhance your professional growth and career prospects.
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What you'll do

  • Apply AI and analytics tools to real-world business cases, enhancing strategic thinking.
  • Learn how to integrate AI solutions into business operations, marketing, and customer engagement.
  • Develop the leadership and management skills to guide organisations in adopting AI responsibly.

Modules

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. We may also make changes to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.

Academic expertise

Dr Zemin Chen
Senior Lecturer

Future careers

Graduates of the MSc in Business Analytics and AI degree will be in a strong position for roles that combine analytics with strategic decision-making. This includes roles like:

  • Business intelligence manager
  • Strategic operations analyst
  • AI marketing consultant
  • Customer experience optimisation manager
  • Risk and compliance data strategist
  • Supply chain analytics manager

Entry requirements

  • Applicants would normally have a first degree at an Honours level at classification 2:2 or a Postgraduate Diploma (or equivalent) or above
  • Candidates with professional qualifications and/or work experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis and may be asked to attend a 45-minute interview to discuss their background and interest in the course
  • For learners for whom English is not their first language, a score of at least 6.0 with no component score lower than 5.5 in IELTS or equivalent. For the block delivery, a score of at least 6.0 with no component score lower than 5.5 in IELTS or English as a medium of instruction or English as first language in the workplace is required

Fees and funding

2025/26
UK
Full-time£9,450 per year
Part-time£1,050 per 20 credits
International
Full-time£17,900 per year

Scholarships and bursaries

We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.

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This course is delivered by the School of Business

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