Master of Business Analytics (Extension)

Entry Requirements

A Bachelor Degree (or AQF Level 7 equivalent course);
OR
An Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree (or AQF Level 6 equivalent course) plus evidence of a minimum of two years’ relevant industry experience;
OR
A Postgraduate Qualifying Program (or equivalent).

Academic IELTS: Overall 6.0, with not less than 6.0 for Speaking and Writing and 5.5 for Listening and Reading

PTE (Pearson Test of English Academic): Academic Score of 50

TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language): 64

KTE (Kaplan Test of English): Score greater than 426 Overall for listening, reading and grammar, and B2 for speaking and writing

Cambridge English: Advanced (Certificate in Advanced English) 169

Duolingo English Test: Overall score of 100

OET (Occupational English Test): A score of at least B for each test component

GCE Ordinary Level – Grade C in English Language or English Literature GCE Advanced Subsidiary Level – Grade C in English Language or English Literature GCE Advanced Level – Grade D in English Language or English Literature GCE Advanced Level – Grade D in English Language or English Literature

Course Details

The Master of Business Analytics (Extension) is designed for students with an ambition to further their career within the business analytics industry, which is why they will be taught how to build and manage expert teams and to strategically oversee data-driven initiatives. This will culminate in a complex body of knowledge and skills, all of which will produce graduates who are ready for the next stage of their career.

This course is also available online.

Course Learning Outcomes

Students enrolled in the Master of Business Analytics (Extension) at Kaplan Business School will learn how to:

Investigate business opportunities by applying off-the-shelf analytics tools to business data

Communicate complex business data outcomes to diverse, specialist and non-specialist stakeholders clearly, effectively and in an engaging and ethical manner

Use sound judgement to formulate, advise and implement business solutions via the aid of data-driven, evidence-based approaches

Apply an exploratory mindset when solving complex business problems

Evaluate ethical, privacy and security issues regarding smart technology, and data acquisition, management and distribution

Construct, manage and operate in diverse expert teams to oversee data-driven initiatives

Create collaborative business analytics strategies and solutions based on current real-world case studies

Career Outcomes

> Business Analytics Team Leader

> Social Media Manager

> Corporate Reporting Supervisor

> Management Consultant

The course is designed so that students are eligible for substantial credits into recognised postgraduate courses in Australia that specialise in business analytics or that have space for unspecified electives.