Master of Management (Business Analytics)

Entry Requirements

Applicants are required to have one of the following:

A completed bachelor degree in a business related discipline from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent; or

A completed bachelor degree which includes a major in business, commerce, marketing or management; or

A completed graduate certificate or higher qualification in a business related discipline from a recognised higher education institution.

English Language Requirements:

IELTS score of 6.5 (with 6.0 in Reading and Writing); TOEFL iBT score of 79 with Reading and Writing not less than 18; TOEFL paper-based test (PBT) score of 577 with TWE of 4.5; Cambridge CAE/CPE score of 177; Pearson's test of English (Academic) (PTE) score of 58 with Reading and Writing communicative scores not less than 50; CELUSA score of AE5.

Course Details

The Master of Management (Business Analytics) will equip you with the knowledge and skills to become a data-driven decision maker at a managerial level, in any industry. You will develop the confidence and expertise to pull valuable insights from complex organisational data using various business analytics solutions.

This degree combines management theory with business intelligence. You will gain an in-depth understanding of advanced data analytics for business and study specialised areas such as machine learning for business professionals and data visualisation and communication. You will explore the latest data analytics techniques and delve into the future of big data.

You will benefit from a range of experience-based learning opportunities, including overseas study and business mentoring by a senior business leader through the Executive Partners Program. Our summer and winter schools offer exciting study and learning opportunities. With options such as intensives and internships, you can spread your study load across the year, increase your exchange opportunities or fast track your degree.

What you'll learn

The Master of Management (Business Analytics) comprises of 12 courses. You will complete four management courses, and six Business Analytics specialisation courses.

Advance your knowledge and skills in contemporary management practice. Develop your expertise in core areas such as business ethics, business analytics, leadership and performance, and strategic thinking. Learn how to effectively manage organisations and achieve key business objectives.

You will develop skills and expertise in areas that include:

business ethics
people, leadership and performance
data privacy, governance and quality
data visualisation and communication
enterprise analytics
machine learning for business professionals

Your career

With a Master of Management (Business Analytics) from UniSA, your advanced analytics skills combined with a management foundation will prepare you for employment across a broad range of industries. You will graduate equipped to be a leader and decision-maker, ready to operate at the management level of an organisation in roles such as:

• Big Data Analytics Specialists
• Business Intelligence Analyst
• Management Analyst/Consultant
• Operations Research Analyst
• Market Research Analyst

Alternative Pathways

If you would like to strengthen your business knowledge with a shorter qualification, the Graduate Certificate in Management (four courses) may suit you. This provides a pathway into the Master of Management.