Master of Business Analytics
Overview
Join the next generation of data savvy business professionals skilled in translating data to solve global problems.
Continuing business disruption has created an unprecedented demand for data analysis capabilities. This online program is designed for business professionals of the future, encouraging a new innovative take on data. You’ll gain a unique ability to speak the language of different organisational functions to bridge gaps and transform direction through data.
Drawing on business, data science and philosophy insights, you’ll gain a hybrid, holistic understanding of business analytics and their application. With a key focus on responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI), ethics and strategy, you’ll learn how to interpret analytics for social, cultural and environmental business opportunities.
Small class sizes provide valuable opportunities for online collaboration. You’ll join a diverse virtual community, draw on industry case studies and enjoy tailored professional development opportunities. In your final year of study, you’ll complete a team-based project that addresses real business problems or social issues.
If you have technical background in computing, IT or statistics, our Master of Data Science may be the program for you. While both programs address the function of data analytics, the Master of Data Science provides technical expertise, while the Master of Business Analytics will teach you how and why to make business decisions using data.
Program highlights
- Embrace the flexibility of a 100% online program that allows you to study around other commitments, regardless of where you live.
- Gain a unique perspective on data bridging leadership, strategy and business analytics to understand and communicate data insights across different organisational functions.
- Develop in-demand business analytics skills to revolutionise the way we work, live and communicate in a digital economy.
- Learn from real case study datasets informed by industry to solve problems and discover opportunities.
How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Online study
What you'll study
At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study in this program:
- Business Data Management
- Machine Learning in Business
- Responsible AI
Career possibilities
Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Data analyst
- Marketing data analytics manager
- Business intelligence analyst
- Data governance manager
This program provides the perfect blend of high-level business skills and the technical skills of an analyst. You’ll gain the ability to understand data through a business lens to achieve better outcomes.
What I like about this program is that I can study in my own time, at home or in my office. I received a lot of support and have enjoyed learning from real business case scenarios.
Throughout my studies, I have already been able to apply the knowledge I have learnt in the program to my projects at work and in real time. This has really empowered me as a professional.
This program provides the perfect blend of high-level business skills and the technical skills of an analyst. You’ll gain the ability to understand data through a business lens to achieve better outcomes.
What I like about this program is that I can study in my own time, at home or in my office. I received a lot of support and have enjoyed learning from real business case scenarios.
Throughout my studies, I have already been able to apply the knowledge I have learnt in the program to my projects at work and in real time. This has really empowered me as a professional.
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Entry requirements
Entry requirements
To be eligible for entry, you'll need:
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, or
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, plus 3 years of full-time equivalent relevant work experience, or
- the Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics from UQ (or equivalent).
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, or
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, plus 3 years of full-time equivalent relevant work experience, or
- the Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics from UQ (or equivalent).
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
Relevant disciplines for previous qualifications
Relevant disciplines include accounting, advertising, business, business administration, business technology administration, commercialisation, computer science, economics, engineering, entrepreneurship, events management, finance, hotel or tourism management, human resource management, information systems/information technology, international business, international development, innovation management, management, marketing, mathematics/statistics, operations/project management, physics, science, strategy and sustainability.
Relevant work experience
Relevant work experience includes work in: accounting, advertising, business, business administration, business technology administration, commercialisation, computer science, economics, engineering, entrepreneurship, events management, finance, hotel or tourism management, human resource management, information systems/information technology, international business, international development, innovation management, management, mathematics/statistics, marketing, operations/project management, physics, science, strategy and sustainability.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider
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English language requirements
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.
PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.
BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.
CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.
OET is not accepted.
There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.
Student visas
This program does not meet the eligibility requirements for an Australian Student visa (subclass 500).
To study this program in Australia you will need a temporary visa or residency status with study entitlement. Some programs can also be studied from outside Australia.
Fees and Scholarships
Indicative annual fee
Approximate yearly cost of tuition (8 units). Your fees will vary according to your selected courses and study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
$4,474
2024
$4,474
2024
Approximate yearly cost of tuition (8 units). Your fees will vary according to your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
AUD $22,480
2024
AUD $22,480
2024
Government assistance
Financial aid
As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
HECS-HELP
Domestic places in the Master of Business Analytics are Commonwealth Supported. This means the cost of your education is shared between you and the Australian Government.
Instead of tuition fees, Commonwealth Supported students pay what are called student contribution amounts.
HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their student contribution amounts.
Centrelink support
The Australian Government offers a number of income-support payments to eligible Australian university students.
Scholarships
You may be eligible for more than 100 scholarships, including:
How to apply
Applying online
All international applications should be submitted to UQ. The program code for the Master of Business Analytics is 5188.
International students who want to study this program will not be eligible for a Student Visa (subclass 500).
To study this program in Australia, you will need an Australian visa or residency status with sufficient study entitlement. Some programs can also be studied from outside Australia.
Applying online
All domestic applications should be submitted to UQ.
The program code for the Master of Business Analytics is 5188.
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Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
- To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
- To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
- To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
- To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants
For support with applying – or if you have any questions about university life – get in touch with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit.
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