Business analytics
What is business analytics?
Business analytics is about using data insights to analyse all things related to business. With the increasing impact and influence of big data on business operations, the demand for analytics professionals is strong, and continues to grow.
Why study business analytics?
You'll learn to source, analyse, and apply data insights, giving you skills that can be applied to a diverse range of industries. With statistical modelling, programming and database management, this major has an emphasis on the ethical and legal issues of data governance so you’ll walk away with a holistic framework to span the bridge between business problem owners and technical experts.
Why choose UNSW?
As part of the UNSW Business School community, you’ll benefit from our strong connections to industry, world-leading academics, and emphasis on career development. As you build your professional experience, you’ll also be able to join a diverse range of student clubs and societies to expand your experience, skills, and meet new friends and co-founders.
Your career opportunities
Your career path could include:
- Business analyst
- Data analyst
- Management analyst
- Market research analyst
Study with us
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You can study business analytics in the following undergraduate degrees:
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Commerce (International)
- Bachelor of Commerce (Co-op)
- Plus, a range of double degree options
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Gain research experience and enhance your career prospects with an honours degree. These programs are designed to connect your undergraduate study with supervised independent research. An honours degree also provides a pathway into further study, such as a Masters by Research or PhD. You can take honours as a stand-alone degree or as part of an embedded honours program.
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You can study business analytics in the following postgraduate coursework programs:
- Master of Commerce
- Master of Commerce (Extension)
- Plus, a range of online courses