Western Sydney University

Master of Business Analytics

  • Delivery: Face to Face
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 24 months
  • Course Type: Master's

Discover how to embark on data-driven investigations and visual and computational analytics.

Course overview

The Master of Business Analytics shows you how to thrive in a data-driven world. You’ll learn how to grapple with business analytics, not just data analytics. Focus on the nature of data, including big and unstructured data. Develop the data analysis and problem-solving skills you need to overcome real-world problems. Prepare to take on the world of tomorrow.

One and a half years of full-time (three years of part-time) or one year of full-time (two years of part-time) programs are also available, depending upon entry degrees.

Key facts

Delivery
Face to Face
Course Type
Master's
Duration
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Can be studied part time
24 months (Full time)
Price Per Unit
From $4,375
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The fee estimates provided are indicative only and subject to change. These estimates are based on the current fee structures for a normal full-time study load.
Campus
Parramatta
Intake
New start dates announced soon
Units
16
Fees
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What you will study

Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 160 credit points (CP) for the two-year pathway program, consisting of 80 CP of core subjects, 20 CP of electives and a 60 CP major. Each subject is valued at 10 CP, unless otherwise indicated.

Core subjects
  • Business Analytics in Practice
  • Data Science
  • Integrated Business Experience 2
  • Programming for Data Science
  • Social Media Intelligence
  • Strategic Business Management
  • The Nature of Data
  • Visualisation
Electives
Majors

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

1. Master of Business Analytics - 2-year pathway (160 CP)

Applicants must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in any discipline.

2. Master of Business Analytics - 1.5-year pathway (120 CP)

Applicants must have one of the following:

  • Successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in a business discipline.
  • Successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in any discipline and a minimum of two years of full-time equivalent managerial/professional work experience in roles related to business information management.
  • Successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in any discipline and a minimum of five years of full-time equivalent general work experience.

Applicants seeking admission on the basis of work experience must support their application with a Statement of Service for all work experience listed on the application.

3. Master of Business Analytics - 1-year pathway (80 CP)

Applicants must have one of the following:

  • Successfully completed a graduate certificate, graduate diploma or higher, in a business discipline or a discipline with mathematical or numerate focus.
  • Successfully completed an undergraduate degree in business analytics, information management/systems or related in a business degree with a GPA of 5.0 or WAM (Weighted Average Mark) of 65+ (if provided on the academic record).
  • Successfully completed an undergraduate degree in any business disciplines and a minimum of two years of full-time equivalent managerial/professional work experience in roles related to business information management.

Applicants seeking admission on the basis of work experience must support their application with a Statement of Service for all work experience listed on the application.

English language requirements

Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English.

Contact the university for further information about English language requirements.

Outcomes

Career outcomes

As a graduate of this degree, you can look forward to a broad range of exciting career opportunities in different sectors and industries. Below are some examples of the possible careers you can pursue with this degree:

  • Analytics manager
  • Analysis director
  • Insights and data manager

Fees and FEE-HELP

Indicative annual fee in 2025: $35,000 (domestic full-fee paying place)

A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:

  • The number of units studied per term.
  • The choice of major or specialisation.
  • Choice of units.
  • Credit from previous study or work experience.
  • Eligibility for government-funded loans.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.