Business Analytics with Placement, MSc, University of Kent

the United Kingdom

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The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
MSc	Full-time	2 years	September	GBP 15000 per year	GBP 24700 per year

About Business Analytics with Placement, MSc - at University of Kent

Business analytics is the process of predicting the needs of an organisation and analysing the effectiveness of past and present activity. This sought-after and growing business discipline is a strategic necessity for any organisation.

Our MSc Business Analytics with Placement course is delivered by published academics and in collaboration with industry leaders. You'll learn the skills, technologies, applications and practices to become an expert in interpreting and analysing enterprise data effectively.

Taking a 12-month placement allows you to gain work experience in the UK or overseas as part of your Master's. While the placements are self-sought, we offer support through extra-curricular engagement with our dedicated placements team. Opting for this course with a placement takes the length of your course to up to two years. This course is also available with an Internationally Incorporated Masters (IIM) specifically designed for the needs of international students.

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Reasons to study MSc Business Analytics with Placement at Kent

When you study at Kent Business School, accredited by AMBA, EQUIS, and AACSB, you receive a world-class education recognised globally. As one of the top 1% of business schools, our graduates are highly sought after by employers who value our rigorous standards. You'll be well-equipped to excel in your career and make a positive impact on business and society.
Your learning experience, further education and career journey will be significantly enhanced by the following benefits:
- Quality Assurance: We meet rigorous international standards in education, faculty, research, and student support so you achieve the highest-quality education.
- Global Recognition: Our degrees are respected worldwide so we attract high-quality students and international academics with impeccable professional experience and research credentials which create a stimulating and innovative learning environment.
- Employability: Your future employers will value the rigorous standards these schools and accreditation organisations uphold. Our focus on employability is reinforced through real-world experiences integrated into the curriculum.
- Societal Impact: We teach responsible business practices, engaging with communities, and promoting thought leadership. This prepares your to contribute positively to business, communities and society.
You'll be part of a supportive community at our Canterbury campus, one hour from London
You'll learn from our expert teaching staff, many of which appear in the top 2% of researchers worldwide
You can increase your career prospects through an optional short-term Professional Placement/Internship module as part of your degree, develop consultancy skills through an optional The Business Analytics Challenge module or progress onto a 12-month optional Placement. You can even transform your idea into a business through the Business start-up Journey with Aspire.
You'll gain access to employability support from enrolment up to 3 years after graduation at the historic Canterbury Cathedral
By the time you graduate, you will have the skills, knowledge and confidence you need for employment or further study in the fields of business analytics, data science, information technology, finance, marketing, operations research, and consulting.

What you'll learn

You'll learn about advanced spreadsheets and systems, Big Data, business statistics with Python and forecasting. You will finish your master's with a detailed report with the support of a dedicated expert supervisor. At the end of Stage One, you start your Placement.

Learn more about Business Analytics with Placement, MSc - at University of Kent

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Entry requirements

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Fees, Funding and Scholarships at University of Kent

Kent offers a range of funding opportunities to help support your postgraduate studies including full awards to for doctoral researchers and students studying a taught Master’s course. We also offer a wide range of scholarships for our international students including Kent Future Student Scholarship awards up to £5,000, GREAT British Council and Chevening Scholarship awards. Check if you are eligible to apply and get more information on our scholarship’s webpages.

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