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Business Analytics and Consultancy at Heriot-Watt University - UCAS

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2025 - 2026
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Course summary

Gain the expertise to make data-driven, evidence-based decisions for transformation growth in business with our MSc Business Analytics and Consultancy programme. In an evolving digital world, the significance of data technology in business is as important as ever. Employers worldwide are actively seeking graduates equipped with a unique blend of business acumen, data analytics skills, and the ability to effectively communicate insights. During this degree you’ll learn about the theory and practice behind business analytics, so you'll be positioned to make informed strategic, evidence-based business decisions that drive success in the complex landscape of the business world. You’ll learn about key concepts of Big Data and analytics and their use in relation to management decision-making. You’ll also learn about management consultancy and financial reporting. You’ll explore the theory and methods of social network analysis as they relate to organisational behaviour, leadership and entrepreneurship. We work closely with our industry advisory board of business leaders to identify current skill-gaps faced by organisations and ensure that our course content and teaching are aligned with industry needs. As a result, you’ll develop key skills in highly employable areas of management including business strategy, leadership, project management, change management, quality management and inventory planning. Expertise Your learning will be informed by the expertise of our research-active academics whose work covers four key areas:

  • Employment, Work and the Professions
  • Logistics and Sustainability
  • Networks and Enterprise Excellence
  • Social and Economic Data Analysis
Your learning environment This degree is taught through a combination of traditional lectures, case studies and computer lab-based sessions where students will learn how to apply a range of analytical tools and techniques using real company data. During your studies, you’ll benefit from and have access to our state-of-the-art facilities including our Global Incubator which offers new-start firms support to take their business ideas to the next stage. Here you’ll find all types of industries from a wide range of backgrounds and knowledge working with professional and investor networks to achieve meaningful outcomes. Customise your learning You’ll have the opportunity to focus on the areas of business that interest you the most. You can customise your degree to match your specific interests or career pathway by selecting four specialist course options. Near the end of our study, you’ll ‘deep dive’ into your chosen area of business analytics in your dissertation. You will be required to demonstrate your mastery of the subject area by developing new insight from the analysis of valuable primary research. You can choose whether to study the programme full-time or part-time. This flexibility allows you to fit your postgraduate studies around your lifestyle. You may have the opportunity to Go Global on our Inter-Campus Transfer. Opportunities for postgraduate study abroad are assessed on a case-by-case basis and if you are interested in studying at our Dubai campus or Malaysia campus for a semester or longer, you should contact the Go Global Team. Accreditation Our MSc Business Analytics and Consultancy is accredited by the Institute of Analytics (IoA), meaning that your programme meets the highest global academic, professional and ethical standards set by the IoA, in conjunction with industry expectations, in the field of Analytics & Data Science. IoA Accreditation gives employers confidence in the quality of this programme and helps graduates gain a competitive edge in the data age.

Modules

September Intake Year 1 Mandatory September -Financial Analysis -Business Analytics and Introduction to Big Data -Management Consultancy -Strategic Change Mandatory January -Big Data Analytics -Research Philosophy and Practice -Network Analysis for Business Optional January -Quality Management -Project Management -Systems Thinking and Analysis Mandatory May -Business Analysis and Consultancy Dissertation January Intake Year 1 Mandatory January -Big Data Analytics -Research Philosophy and Practice -Network Analysis for Business Optional January -Quality Management -Project Management -Systems Thinking and Analysis Mandatory September -Financial Analysis -Business Analytics and Introduction to Big Data -Management Consultancy -Strategic Change Mandatory Second January -Business Analysis and Consultancy Dissertation

Assessment method

You will be assessed by coursework, exams, and your research project, and will receive support and feedback throughout the programme.

How to apply

International applicants

If your first language is not English, we'll need to see evidence of your English language ability. The minimum English language requirement for entry to this programme is IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no score lower than 5.5 except for writing which must be at 6.0 minimum.

Entry requirements

A good honours degree (first or second class), or its non-UK equivalent, in a relevant subject from a recognised British or overseas university.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £10528 Whole course
Northern Ireland £10528 Whole course
Scotland £10528 Whole course
Wales £10528 Whole course
International £21192 Whole course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

For part-time, the tuition fee is: £5,264 for UK Nationals and £10,596 for International Applicants.

Sponsorship information

Postgraduate scholarships and bursaries We aim to encourage well-qualified, ambitious students to study with us and we offer a wide variety of scholarships and bursaries to achieve this. Over £6 million worth of opportunities are available in fee and stipend scholarships, and more than 400 students benefit from this support.

Business Analytics and Consultancy at Heriot-Watt University - UCAS