Business Data Analytics Cranfield University

Overview

By studying the Business Data Analytics program at  Cranfield University , you will be immersed in a varied, stimulating, and experiential learning environment. Taught modules consist of formal lectures, in-class discussions and computer-based practical sessions, placing an emphasis on the practical application of business analytics.

This course comprises 6 core modules. Each delivered module comprises 40 hours of class contact time with a further 160 hours of study time to consolidate learning and carry out assignments, giving 200 notional learning hours per module. The thesis component of the module is a total of 80 credits.

You will have an opportunity to undertake an individual thesis in conjunction with an external organisation, presenting findings to senior managers from the organisation involved.

The aim of the thesis module is to develop your ability to undertake a major business data analytics related research project and to give you hands-on experience of a data analytics management issue or situation through researching, reporting, and presenting on a project.

Keeping our courses up-to-date and current requires constant innovation and change. The modules we offer reflect the needs of business and industry and the research interests of our staff. As a result, they may change or be withdrawn due to research developments, legislation changes or for a variety of other reasons. Changes may also be designed to improve the student learning experience or to respond to feedback from students, external examiners, accreditation bodies and industrial advisory panels.

Career

The market for data analysts is widely recognised as one of the fastest growing job markets. 

On completion of this course, graduates can expect to apply their skills in a range of private sector organisations in areas such as 

• finance
• consulting
• retail
• manufacturing
• pharmaceuticals

Graduates can also expect to find opportunities to apply their skills in the 

• public sector
• non-governmental organisations
• education