Business Analytics

Course Outline

Our MSc Business Analytics programme is offered by the Cork University Business School at UCC. It provides students with a portfolio of business and analytical methods for solving problems and supporting decision making.



This 12 month intensive programme will provide students with a specialism in business analytics as well as an extensive knowledge of business and information systems.



At the core of this programme is a selection of topics covering cloud technologies, business intelligence and business analytics, IT performance management, data management and IT project management. A research project allows you to explore and develop an IT solution to a specific business problem in an area specific to the Business Information and Analytics area.

Students take taught modules and a group project (IS6611) to the value of 90 credits as follows:



Part I (60 credits)

EC6011 Business Forecasting (5 credits)

IS6017 Enterprise Business Processes and Applications (5 credits)

IS6025 Design Thinking for Business Analytics (5 credits)

IS6051 Business Data Analysis and Visualisation (5 credits)

IS6052 Predictive Analytics (5 credits)

IS6055 Prescriptive Analytics (5 credits)

IS6058 Emerging Topics in Business Analytics (5 credits)

IS6061 Python for Business Analytics (5 credits)

IS6070 The Application of Business Analytics in Practice (15 credits)

IS6071 Business Analytics for Sustainability (5 credits)



Part II (30 credits)

IS6611: Applied Research in Business Analytics (30 credits)



We have provided core modules that expose you to the technical skills and techniques needed by organisations to explore organisational issues and support decision-making within a business context. These skills are essential in any organisation where IT is integral to the success of the business.



A group research project facilitates students in the practical application of the Information Systems and Business analytical skills that are acquired during the programme.



Exit Award

Postgraduate Diploma in Business Analytics

In the event of a candidate failing to pass Part II, and failing to achieve a pass standard following permitted minor corrections as outlined in "Pass Standard" above, the candidate will be offered an award of a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Analytics (NFQ Level 9, Major Award), worth a total of 60 credits.

Requirements

Applicants must have a Second Class Honours Grade 2 in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8). The qualification must include one module in a quantitative area, for example, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, or other Sciences.



Consideration under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may also be given to applicants who do not meet the above entry requirements but who have 3 years of professional experience in industry.  To demonstrate 3 years of professional experience in industry, applicants will need to provide a detailed job specification of their role(s) and an interview may also be required.



For Applicants with Qualifications Completed Outside of Ireland

Applicants must meet the required entry academic grade, equivalent to Irish requirements. For more information see our Qualification Comparison page.



International/Non-EU Applicants

For full details of the non-EU application procedure visit our how to apply pages for international students.



- In UCC, we use the term programme and course interchangeably to describe what a person has registered to study in UCC and its constituent colleges, schools, and departments.



- Note that not all courses are open to international/non-EU applicants, please check the fact file above. For more information contact the International Office.



English Language Requirements

Applicants who are non-native speakers of the English language must meet the university-approved English language requirements. Visit our PG English Language Requirements page for more information.

Closing Date: Rolling deadline. Open until all places have been filled. Early application is advised.



Non-EU Closing Date

Open until all places have been filled or no later than 15 June. Early application is advised.

12 months full-time.

Start Date: 8th September 2025.

Skills and Careers Information

This MSc Business Analytics programme is designed to provide you with the skillset to be successful in such roles as Business Analyst and Project Manager – two of the most highly sought-after positions in the Information Systems/Information Technology sector.



Organisations today need people who know how to manage and store data that helps them make better business decisions, compared to years ago when businesses didn't have data management at their fingertips to review and analyse to help them drive the business forward.



What can I do after I graduate with an MSc in Business Analytics?

Consultancy firms, financial services firms, manufacturing, and services organisations all require graduates who are data-savvy and who can analyse data and draw conclusions. The MSc Business Analytics will focus on the development of these skill sets. Typical roles include business analyst, business analytics specialist, data specialist, consultant, project manager, operations research, and IT manager.