Business Analytics and Big Data

The Business Analytics and Big Data MSc equips you with the technical and analytical skills to turn data into strategic insight. Designed in collaboration with industry, the programme blends data science, business acumen, and practical applications. You'll graduate ready to solve complex business challenges in a data-driven world. Competitive advantage and innovation in the digital world involve the accurate analysis and insights offered by big data – huge data sets that are constantly being generated – in order to improve effectiveness and efficiencies across several business areas, such as operations management and marketing. In order to exploit the insights provided by big data, business analytics and the effective use and understanding of data is crucial. This is a rapidly developing field, which is exhibiting massive demand from industry for qualified individuals in this area to take up roles in management globally. You will develop your knowledge of the organisation, administration and governance of this data, as well as hone your analytical, organisational and leadership skills. The programme is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in this dynamic field or continue their studies to PhD level. Developed in collaboration with industry contributors and partners including PepsiCo and AstraZeneca, the programme is also underpinned by multidisciplinary research. This course is ideal for students who want to use data to drive business decisions and solve real-world problems. It suits those with a strong interest in analytics, technology, and business strategy, and who are looking to build a career in data-driven roles across industries. The University of Liverpool Management School (ULMS) is one of an elite group of institutions worldwide to hold the gold standard ‘triple-crown’ accreditation from AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS. AACSB Accreditation Standards require a high quality teaching environment, a commitment to continuous improvement, and curricula respon

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component below 6.0

International students: Full-time place, per year - £32,000; Part-time: £16,000

UK students: Full-time place, per year - £15,000; Part-time: £7,500

UK/Home: Full-time place, per year - £15,000; Part-time: £7,500

International: Full-time place, per year - £32,000; Part-time: £16,000

28 September 2026

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• Liverpool, United Kingdom