Business Analytics MSc

Postgraduate
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Learn to interpret data, uncover new patterns and relationships, and inform business decisions that drive growth and successful performance.

Year of entry

2024-25 2025-26

Location

Coventry University (Coventry)

Study mode

Full-time

Duration

1 year full-time

Course code

CBLT019

Start date

September 2025
November 2025
January 2026
March 2026
May 2026
June 2026

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Course overview

Our Business Analytics MSc course aims to teach you to interpret data, uncover new patterns and relationships, make predictions, and drive informed, smart business decisions.

Throughout this course, you should learn to:

develop qualitative, quantitative and data mining skills to solve business problems, as well as data visualisation skills using appropriate software and programming language
learn to generate value from big data
apply theory to practical situations through case studies and projects from industry.

5 QS Stars for Teaching and Facilities

QS Stars University Ratings

Ranked 9th Modern University in UK by the Times

The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025

Ranked 8th for Overall Satisfaction in PTES

Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES) 2024

Why you should study this course

Develop your mindset: nurture and strengthen your strategic thinking, communication and research capabilities to become an effective data analyst.

Develop specialised, practical skills in data analytics: this course integrates core management skills and knowledge, which are then developed, refined and made more specialised for working in the data analytics sector.

Applied, real-world teaching: a key part of the teaching approach is accessing multiple data resources, which need to be analysed and communicated to managers, to help inform evidence-based management decision-making.

Industry-approved software utilisation: the course uses industry-standard software to apply analytical techniques, such as Tableau, SPSS, Google Analytics and NVivo.⁴

External project consultancy opportunities: there will be opportunities to engage with external consultancy projects with a real client or undertake an individual academic research dissertation.

Accreditation and professional recognition

Chartered Management Institute (CMI)

This course is designed to include the criteria set by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) for the CMI Level 7 Certificate in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice. It is expected that students who successfully pass the module People, Relationships and Leadership in Practice will be eligible to be considered by CMI for the award as an additional qualification.

This module is undergoing assessment by the CMI to confirm that all criteria are met to the required standard and therefore, until this assessment is completed, remains subject to accreditation. Should CMI accreditation not be received by the time you are due to study this module, we will write to you to confirm this status.

The course has been a life-changing and enriching experience. A culture of creativity and critical thinking was promoted by the collaborative learning environment. The course has helped me develop my analytical skills and set me up for success in the fast-paced industry of business analytics.
Saily Vijay Shirodkar, Business Analytics MSc and Course Rep, March 2024

What you'll study

You should gain a structured understanding of business analytics and an overview of the practical tools that can help a business gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Modules

Advanced Business Statistical Analysis - 30 credits

This module covers advanced statistical methods and techniques useful in a data-driven business world. It aims to help you build strong quantitative skills, practical problem-solving abilities and a solid foundation in data analysis. Learn analytical approaches to address business challenges and improve decision-making. The course emphasises using tools like MS Excel, SPSS, R and Python to analyse business data.

Compulsory

Advanced Data Analysis Models and Business Applications – 30 credits

In this module, you will study real-world business cases to learn how to choose and use data mining techniques to solve complex business problems. The module focuses on applying key predictive data mining methods and critically analysing and interpreting the results to make them useful for end-users.

Compulsory

Operations and Supply Chain Analytics - 30 credits

People, Relationships and Leadership in Practice - 30 credits

This module examines managing people and relationships, leadership and entrepreneurial practices, and how they are applied in different organisations worldwide. It aims to help you build the skills needed to become a responsible manager or leader while encouraging self-reflection.

Compulsory

Finance, Sustainability and Performance Management - 30 credits

This module provides a comprehensive view of organisational performance, teaching key financial management tools and performance techniques. It explores how economic, social, and environmental goals interact. You should learn to analyse financial statements and incorporate sustainability into business decisions.

Compulsory

Postgraduate Project - 30 credits

Apply your knowledge to a real-world problem or research question. Whether conducting an academic research dissertation, a consultancy project addressing the business issue of a live client or developing a business plan for your own business venture, the final project should demonstrate your ability to combine theory and practice in business and management.

Compulsory

We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.

How you'll learn

The teaching and learning methods for this course include:

workshops
tutorials
presentations
group projects
different interactive opportunities to promote active and applied learning.

Teaching contact hours

As a full-time postgraduate student, you will study modules totalling 180 credits each academic year. A typical 30-credit module requires a total of 300 hours of study. Study hours are made up of teaching contact hours, and guided and independent study.

Teaching hours

Teaching hours may vary, depending on where you are in your studies, but on average you will have between 8 and 12 teaching and learning hours each week. You will also have the opportunity to attend optional sessions including time with a Success Coach or to meet with staff for advice and feedback.

Guided and independent study

Throughout your studies, you will be expected to spend time in guided and independent study to make up the required study hours per module. You will be digging deeper into topics, reviewing what you’ve learnt and completing assignments. This can be completed around your personal commitments. As you progress to the end of your studies, you’ll spend more time on independent learning.

Online learning

As an innovative university, we use different teaching methods, including online tools and emerging technologies. So, some of your teaching hours and assessments may be delivered online.

Assessment

This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which could vary depending on the module. Assessment methods may include:

reports
practical coursework
assignments
presentations.

The Coventry University assessment strategy aims to ensure that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.

Entry requirements

Typical entry requirements:

An honours degree 2:2 or above (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline, or relevant professional qualifications and work experience.

We recognise a breadth of qualifications, speak to one of our advisers today to find out how we can help you.

Select your region to find detailed information about entry requirements:

You can view our full list of country specific entry requirements on our Entry requirements page.

If you do not have the typical entry requirements, you may want to consider studying this course with an international pre-master's. Upon successful completion our International Pre-Master's - Business will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to progress onto this postgraduate degree.

Alternatively, visit our International hub for further advice and guidance on finding in-country agents and representatives, joining our in-country events and how to apply.

Typical entry requirements

An honours degree 2:2 or above (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline, or relevant professional qualifications and work experience.

We recognise a breadth of qualifications; speak to one of our advisers today to find out how we can help you.

English language requirements

IELTS: 6.5 overall, with no component lower than 5.5.

If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.

For more information on our approved English language tests visit our English language requirements page.

Fees and funding

Student	Full-time	Part-time
UK, Ireland*, Channel Islands or Isle of Man	£9,350	Not available
EU	£9,350 per year with EU Support Bursary £18,600 per year without EU Support Bursary	Not available
International	£18,600	Not available

For advice and guidance on tuition fees³and student loans visit our Postgraduate Finance page and see the university's Tuition Fee and Refund Terms and Conditions.

We offer a range of International scholarships to students all over the world. For more information, visit our International Scholarships page.

Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessments, facilities and support services. There may be additional costs not covered by this fee such as accommodation and living costs, recommended reading books, stationery, printing and re-assessments should you need them.

The following are additional costs not included in the tuition fees:

Any optional overseas ﬁeld trips or visits: £400+ per trip.
Any costs associated with securing, attending or completing a placement (whether in the UK or abroad).

*Irish student fees

The rights of Irish residents to study in the UK are preserved under the Common Travel Area arrangement. If you are an Irish student and meet the residency criteria, you can study in England, pay the same level of tuition fees as English students and utilise the Tuition Fee Loan.

**EU Support Bursary

Following the UK's exit from the European Union, we are offering financial support to all eligible EU students who wish to study an undergraduate or a postgraduate degree with us full-time. This bursary will be used to offset the cost of your tuition fees to bring them in line with that of UK students. Students studying a degree with a foundation year with us are not eligible for the bursary.

How do you know if you need to pay UK or international tuition fees?

We carry out an initial fee status assessment based on the information you provide in your application. Your fee status determines your tuition fees, and what financial support and scholarships may be available to you. The rules about who pays UK (home) or international (overseas) fees for higher education courses in England are set by the Department for Education. The regulations identify all the different categories of student who can insist on paying the home rate. The regulations can be difficult to understand, so the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) has provided fee status guidance to help you identify whether you are eligible to pay the home or overseas rate.

If you meet all the criteria required by any one category, including any residence requirements, your institution must charge you the home rate. You only need to find one category that you fit into.

Facilities

Our Business Simulation Suite offers skill-based training that uses simulation games, role-play activities, and scenario-based learning. This all-encompassing space provides an immersive environment for experimental business learning and training.

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Lanchester Library

The library is usually open 24/7, in term-time. It’s where you can access your course’s specialist Academic Liaison Librarian. It’s also home to specialist teams which can support you with your academic writing and maths and statistics questions.

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The Hub

The Hub is the centre of student life on campus. Facilities include a food court, convenience store, multi-faith centre, medical centre, hairdresser, coffee shops and the Your SU offices. It has fully licensed function spaces and a bar.

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Careers and employability

Get one-on-one career and employability guidance lasting up to 36 months from the end of your course. We’ll help you find placements and graduate roles, offer CV and application checks, mentoring, skills workshops, employer events and more.

Facilities are subject to availability. Access to some facilities (including some teaching and learning spaces) may vary from those advertised and/or may have reduced availability or restrictions where the university is following public authority guidance, decisions or orders.

Careers and opportunities

Successful graduates may seek positions as:

Business Analyst
Data Analyst
Sales and Retail Analyst
Supply Chain Associate
Financial Analyst
Marketing Data Analyst
Operations Manager.

Where our graduates work

Successful graduates of this course have gone on to work for companies including Ford Motor Company, BBC, Barclays UK, NXG Impacts, inform billing, Tiger Analytics, The Midcounties Co-operative, Neem Consultancy, Kagool, Airlift Technologies, Bright Network, 7ven Oaks, American Express and MSX International.

The program's emphasis on practical applications has equipped me with the ability to analyse complex data, extract meaningful insights, and drive data-informed decision-making. I am eager to leverage my newfound expertise to make a significant contribution to the business world and drive innovation through the power of data as a business analyst.
Grace Chan, Business Analytics MSc, March 2024

How to apply

UK students

To apply to study for a postgraduate course at Coventry University, you can apply online. Please read the entry criteria page before applying.

Full-time applications

For further support or more information about your course get in touch with us today.

+44 (0)24 7765 2222

ukadmissions@coventry.ac.uk

Complete our contact form.

International students

Full-time international students should apply directly to the university. Please read our application pages to find out your next steps to apply.

How to apply

For further support for international applicants applying for postgraduate degrees view our International hub.

You can also download our international mini guide for an overview of study options and why you should study with us.

Get in touch with us today for further advice and guidance.

+44 (0)24 7765 2152

applications.io@coventry.ac.uk

Complete our contact form.

Disclaimers

Coventry University together with Coventry University London, Coventry University Wrocław, CU Coventry, CU London, CU Scarborough, and Coventry University Online come together to form part of the Coventry University Group (the University) with all degrees awarded by Coventry University.

¹Accreditations

The majority of our courses have been formally recognised by professional bodies, which means the courses have been reviewed and tested to ensure they reach a set standard. In some instances, studying on an accredited course can give you additional benefits such as exemptions from professional exams (subject to availability, fees may apply). Accreditations, partnerships, exemptions and memberships shall be renewed in accordance with the relevant bodies’ standard review process and subject to the university maintaining the same high standards of course delivery.

²UK and international opportunities

Please note that we are unable to guarantee any UK or international opportunities (whether required or optional) such as internships, work experience, field trips, conferences, placements or study abroad opportunities and that all such opportunities may be unpaid and/or subject to additional costs (which could include, but is not limited to, equipment, materials, bench fees, studio or facilities hire, travel, accommodation and visas), competitive application, availability and/or meeting any applicable travel, public authority guidance, decisions or orders and visa requirements. To ensure that you fully understand any visa requirements, please contact the International Office.

³Tuition fees

The University will charge the tuition fees that are stated in the above table for the first Academic Year of study. The University will review tuition fees each year. For UK (home) students, if Parliament permit an increase in tuition fees, the University may increase fees for each subsequent year of study in line with any such changes. Note that any increase is expected to be in line with inflation.

For international students, we may increase fees each year, but such increases will be no more than 5% above inflation. If you defer your course start date or have to extend your studies beyond the normal duration of the course (e.g. to repeat a year or resit examinations) the University reserves the right to charge you fees at a higher rate and/or in accordance with any legislative changes during the additional period of study.

⁴Facilities

Student Contract

By accepting your offer of a place and enrolling with us, a Student Contract will be formed between you and the university. A copy of the current 2024/2025 contract is available on the website for information purposes however the 2025/2026 contract will apply for the 2025/2026 intake. The Contract details your rights and the obligations you will be bound by during your time as a student and contains the obligations that the university will owe to you. You should read the Contract before you accept an offer of a place and before you enrol at the university.