MSc Business Analysis & Consulting (January) at University of Strathclyde

A programme at Strathclyde Business School that equips students to analyse organisational challenges and deliver practical solutions, applying business analysis tools through industry-focused projects with real clients. The business school is triple-accredited by AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA.

Faculty: Strathclyde Business School  |  Duration: 12 months full-time  |  Intake: January  |  Study mode: full-time (January start)  |  Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

The core class Becoming an Effective Business Analyst runs across both semesters using client problems from organisations such as Accenture, British Airways and the NHS. Semester 1 covers problem structuring, data analysis, forecasting and operations; Semester 2 offers electives in risk analysis, strategy modelling, big data analytics and business simulation, followed by a three-month summer project, often for an external organisation.

Career pathways

Graduates are placed for client-focused careers; example graduate employers include the NHS, PwC, SYSTRA, Scottish Enterprise, British Petroleum, Hilton Worldwide, Valentia Partners and RBS.

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