The Master in Business Analytics (MSc) at University of Essex develops students' analytical skills so they can solve complex business problems and help to answer questions raised by local and global pressures. Students are trained to organise, integrate and interpret data so they can make insightful forecasts into all aspects of business operations and implement appropriate actions.
Organisations of all sizes must analyse complex business data to remain competitive. Business analytics helps to predict market trends and improve business processes. It empowers managers to make strategic decisions to improve performance in areas such as product development, operations, marketing, sales and supply chain management.
The Master in Business Analytics (MSc) covers topics such as: statistics and forecasting, data mining, visual and analytical techniques, global supply networks, economic theory, and business management.