Course Description
The Master of Business Analytics prepares professionals to be leaders in data-driven decision-making and digital transformation. The course provides students with the business acumen and analytical prowess needed to bridge the gap between business objectives and technological solutions. In this course, you will learn to gather and prepare data, extract meaning, and apply analytical tools and techniques to shape business strategy.
In this course, you will learn to gather and prepare data, synthesise insights, and shape business strategies. You will gain skills in the use of various analytical tools and techniques, and discover how data can be applied to optimise business operations and decision-making in areas like business process reengineering, software engineering, and enterprise architecture.
For professionals looking to the future, now is the time to invest in learning the language of data
AIA - SAS Joint Certification
The Analytics Institute of Australia offers the Master of Business Analytics as a dual qualification. Nested within the Master’s degree is an Academic Specialism of SAS. This means that upon successful completion of the Master of Business Analytics, AIA graduates are also issued with a SAS Certificate and Credly Badge.
By using SAS in this course, AIA graduates will receive SAS certification as part of their qualification
Career Outcomes
As a AIA graduate, you’ll have the business mindset and practical experience needed to meet this demand and you will be able to participate ina variety of roles including:
- business analyst
- business intelligence consultant
- software engineer
- enterprise architect
- data analyst
- statistical consultant
Course Study Requirements
Each unit involves 8 hours of study per week, comprising 3 hours of facilitated study and 5 hours self-directed study.
Assessment
In-class discussions, case study analysis, business report writing,
research work, practical problem-solving, team building, role-play, debates and self-reflections. In the final year of
the course, students will undertake a work-integrated learning unit (100-120 hours of work placement). Assessment types include case studies, projects, reports and presentations, problem-solving, reflections and journals, tests and quizzes and a small number of examinations.
Admission and Entry Requirements
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International Students
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Domestic Students
These requirements are applicable to you if you are an international student. This means you are a temporary resident (visa status) of Australia, a permanent resident (visa status) of New Zealand, or a resident or citizen of any other country than Australia.
Admission Criteria
Applicants with recent completion of an Australian Bachelor (AQF 7) degree (or equivalent).
Note: If you do not meet the above criteria, then AIA considers successful completion of Australian Vocational Graduate Certificate in Business or IT, with a minimum of 3 years work experience.
Further details are available in our Admissions and Enrolment Policy and Procedures and English Language Proficiency Policy.
Admission criteria can be satisfied through overseas issued qualifications which are deemed equivalent to accredited qualifications issued in Australia.
Entry Requirement
| Study pre-requisite | Studies equivalent to Australian Bachelor (AQF 7) degree |
| Rankings and Adjustments | Entry to this program is competitive. Eligible applicants are ranked and selected in order of merit based on their academic achievement plus any adjustment factors, including Educational Access Scheme and/or subject adjustments. We will consider your entire academic record to determine your eligibility for entry. The highest level of education you have previously completed will usually determine how you are ranked. |
| Credit and Recognition of Prior Learning | Credit, recognition of prior learning, professional experience and accreditation from a professional body can reduce the duration of our study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant experience. |
| English Language Requirements | English proficiency can be demonstrated by an English proficiency test. Minimum requirement is IELTS 6.0 with no band less than 6.0 or equivalent. (Click to understand other accepted forms of English testing) |
These requirements are applicable to you if you are a Domestic student. This means you are an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian permanent resident.
Admission Criteria
Applicants with recent completion of an Australian Bachelor (AQF 7) degree (or equivalent).
Note: If you do not meet the above criteria, then AIA considers successful completion of Australian Vocational Graduate Certificate in Business or IT, with a minimum of 3 years work experience.
Further details are available in our Admission and Enrolment Policy and Procedures and English Language Proficiency Policy.
Entry Requirements
| Study pre-requisite | Studies equivalent to Australian Bachelor (AQF 7) degree |
| Rankings and Adjustments | Entry to this program is competitive. Eligible applicants are ranked and selected in order of merit based on their academic achievement plus any adjustment factors, including Educational Access Scheme and/or subject adjustments. We will consider your entire academic record to determine your eligibility for entry. The highest level of education you have previously completed will usually determine how you are ranked. |
| Credit and Recognition of Prior Learning | Credit, recognition of prior learning, professional experience and accreditation from a professional body can reduce the duration of our study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant experience. |
| English Language Requirements | English proficiency can be demonstrated by prior study in English. |
Special Consideration
Applicants will be considered for admission based on special consideration or disadvantage who can demonstrate ability to undertake study at the required level.
Location
Part Level 10, 601 Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000.
This location is available to international students with a student visa and domestic students. Classes will be conducted Face-to-Face at AIA’s Melbourne Campus.
Course CRICOS Code: 118543M
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of fundamental concepts and principles of business analytics, including data analysis techniques, modeling, and interpretation.
- Apply systems thinking to analyse and design business systems for effective planning and strategy formulation.
- Critically evaluate and apply advanced techniques in business process reengineering (BPR), software engineering, and enterprise architecture to optimise business operations and decision-making.
- Demonstrate ethical awareness and understanding of privacy issues in business analytics and apply ethical frameworks to decision-making processes.
- Develop specialised skills and knowledge in a chosen area of business analytics through completion of specialisation units and a Research Project.
- Utilise business intelligence tools and techniques to generate insights from data and create meaningful reports for decision-making purposes.
- Employ advanced data visualisation techniques to communicate complex analytical findings effectively to stakeholders.
- Engage in real-world application of business analytics concepts and techniques through a Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Capstone Project, demonstrating independent research, problem-solving, and project management skills.
Course Structure and Rules
| Program | Master of Business Analytics |
|---|---|
| Structure of program | The program structure is based on three levels with the following details:
A full-time student would complete this level over 2 trimesters therefore 80 credit points equates to 1 EFTSL. This program includes a total of 16 core units. |
Core Units
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Pre-requisite | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANA403 | Business Analytics Fundamentals | – | 10 |
| BAN406 | BPR and Software Engineering | – | 10 |
| BUS404 | Business Strategy and Analytics | – | 10 |
| BAN409 | Systems Analysis and Design | – | 10 |
| ANA404 | Data Mining and Machine Learning | – | 10 |
| BAN408 | MIS and Business Systems Planning | – | 10 |
| BAN407 | Enterprise Architecture and Artificial Intelligence | – | 10 |
| BUS405 | Ethics and Privacy in Business Analytics | – | 10 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Pre-requisite | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANA503 | Advanced SQL and Data Warehousing | ANA403 | 10 |
| ANA505 | Cloud Computing and Data Services | – | 10 |
| ANA504 | Predictive Analytics and Forecasting | – | 10 |
| ANA506 | Business Intelligence and Reporting | – | 10 |
Materials and Resource Requirements
To undertake the Bachelor of Analytics, students will need to have a laptop computer, with following minimum requirements:
- Processor: Intel Core i5 or equivalent
- RAM: 16 GByte or more
- Storage: 500 GByte SSD or higher
- Graphics Card Memory: 2 GByte
Further information about Student IT Requirements can be found in the Bachelor of Analytics Handbook.
