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Msc in Business Analytics

Msc in Business Analytics Summary

Duration: 12 months / 24 months	Focus on technical and analytical skills Suitable for non-business graduates from technical disciplines: Engineering, Maths, Computing Excellent career prospects in sectors such as Consultancy, Finance & IT Development The Distinct Scholarship: Scholarship opportunity for excellent full-time candidate offered by Distinct Business Consulting Ltd.
Schedule: Full-time / Part-time
Starting: September 2010 /
Fees Full Time 2010/11: €2,000 -	Fees Part Time 2010/11: €2,000 per annum -

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Where can I go?

The MSc in Business Analytics programme can lead to careers in software design, management consultancy, systems analysis, financial analysis, operations research, information technology and logistics management.

Because of the strong mathematical focus of the course, many graduates move into careers in investment banking. Our graduates are employed in companies such as:

• Distinct Business Consulting
• PA Consulting
• IBM
• Deloitte Consulting
• Merck Sharp and Dohme
• Intel
• Dell
• Revenue Commissioners
• AIB
• J.P. Morgan
• Goldman Sachs

Internationally, research by Davenport has shown how business analytics allows leading companies use business analytics to “extensively and systematically to out-think and out-execute the competition”.

The UCD MSc in Business Analytics programme is built around the unique concept of building partnerships with companies that are at the forefront of applying quantitative analysis (IT, software and mathematical) techniques in business. Aspects of these company partnerships include company staff completing the programme part-time and company funded scholarships for prospective students, as well as current students completing dissertations and projects on real company problems. Partner companies are also invited to suggest relevant content for the course that would best fit their recruitment needs.

 What does the Industry say about the Msc in Business Analytics?

'We are delighted to partner with the UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School and in particular, to support the MSc in Business Analytics by offering the Distinct Scholarship. As a firm, we are the leading Analytics solutions provider in Ireland and with continued expansion into the UK, we are keen to support the development of local talent in this business area. We believe the MSc will be an excellent course, developing the analytical skills that many industries are looking for in the current competitive environment.  We are excited about the development of the course and look forward to a mutually rewarding relationship going forward'
Gina Woodcock, HR Manager, Distinct Consulting

“In our current competitive business environment, it is becoming increasingly important that managers make well informed decisions. This MSc offers the analytical skills required to do this and matches the graduate profile we wish to recruit”
Paul Pierotti, PA Consulting Group

"The MSc in Business Analytics Programme at the UCD Smurfit School of Business provides an excellent academic foundation for students looking to work in consulting.  The course helps develop a structured & logical approach to problem-solving, which is a 'must' for any management or technology consultant. The types of skills developed in the MSc in Business Analytics can be applied in many industries including public services, financial services and high-tech sectors. In an environment of rapidly changing markets, increased competition & tighter margins, many organisations are turning to the power of business analytics (enabled by technology) in an effort to become high-performance businesses. The MSc in Business Analytics helps position its students to become part of this exciting field, exploring new ways to tackle real problems faced by business managers."
Pat Breslin, Accenture

“IBAC is delighted to see the launch of the MSc in Business Analytics by UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, especially given the limited number of third level programmes available to those pursuing a career in business analysis. Through linkages between the programme team and our members, we look forward to contributing to the development of practical, current and relevant course content to meet the ever changing needs of organisations in today’s challenging business environment.”
Geraldine Lavin, President of the Institute of Business Analysis and Consulting (IBAC)

"The Institute of Management Consultants and Advisors welcomes the MSc as an extremely useful initiative for making post-graduate courses in business more relevant to our members' needs. We look forward to supporting Smurfit Business School in the development of the programme."
Tom Moriarty, Development Executive of the Institute of Management Consultants and Advisors

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