University of Essex

MSc Business Analytics

University of EssexColchester Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

In today's world, businesses rely on data-driven insights to stay competitive. MSc Business Analytics at the University of Essex equips you with the analytical and problem-solving skills needed to interpret complex business data and drive strategic decision-making.

Through a blend of core and optional modules, you will explore key topics such as Statistics, Forecasting, Data Mining, and Business Management. This comprehensive programme helps you develop the expertise to optimise business processes in areas like Operations, Marketing, Sales, and Supply Chain Management.

MSc Business Analytics from the University of Essex is designed for both January and October start dates, providing flexibility for students from various backgrounds. As part of Essex Business School, you will join an international learning community with students from over 40 nationalities across the university’s Colchester and Southend campuses.

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum score of 5.5 in all components.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Loyalty Discount

    First Class or Distinction, 2.1 or Merit, 2.2 or successful completion of a Masters, Graduate or PG Diploma - 20%.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Essex Futures BT– Masters Scholarship

    School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering (CSEE) is delighted to be offering up to six scholarship worth £5,500 each for 1 year full time.

    Up to £5,500

  • Global Talent Masters Scholarship

    You could be eligible for a scholarship worth £5,000, paid as a discount on your tuition fee.

    Up to £5,000

  • Hugh Brogan Bursary

    If you are applying to study a History MA degree, you could be eligible for one of four available cash bursaries worth £2,500.

    Up to £2,500

  • Postgraduate Masters (PGT) International Health Bursary

    The University is offering a bursary of £776 for Masters (PGT) international students.

    Up to £776

  • Postgraduate Premium Pathway Scholarship

    You could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £6,500, for your first year of study at Essex.

    Up to £6,500

  • Sociology and Criminology - Fuller PGT Scholarship

    The Department of Sociology and Criminology is offering scholarships of £11,025 to support six postgraduate students to study within the department in 2026-2027.

    Up to £11,025

  • The Eleonore Koch Travel Fund

    The School of Philosophical, Historical & Interdisciplinary Studies is offering a bursary of up to £5,000.

  • The Essex MBA Dean's Award

    The school is able to offer fee discounts between 10% - 100% of tuition fee value.

  • The Ronald J. Hill Fund

    The department of Government is offering a bursary of £3,000 to assist one postgraduate student within the department of Government to assist with tuition fees or living costs.

    Up to £3,000

  • University of Sanctuary Scholarship

Career opportunities

Graduates of an MSc in Business Analytics from the University of Essex have a wide range of career opportunities across various industries. Here are some roles they can pursue:

  • Data Analyst 

  • Business Intelligence Analyst

  • Data Scientist

  • Marketing Analyst 

  • Consultant

  • Machine Learning Engineer

Cost of study

The MSc in Business Analytics at the University of Essex costs £23,500.

Admission

To apply for this course, you have to go through UCAS. For further assistance on the application process, you can get in touch with any of our trained counsellors.

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