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Salary & Career
avg salary$56,000
Program Info
duration1Y
tuition$34,800
formatFull-time
teachingMix of theoretical knowledge and practical application, including lectures, industry treks, and client-sourced dissertations.
Class Profile
class size60
avg age23
avg work experience1 year
women %65%
international %94%
Rankings
QS rank#26
tierIII
Admissions
GMAT
Not required
TOEFL Min
100+
IELTS Min
7.0+
GRE
Accepted
Application Deadlines
round1November 8, 2024
round2January 17, 2025
round3March 21, 2025
round4May 23, 2025
round5July 11, 2025
Curriculum
Core Courses
Predictive Analytics and Modelling of DataPrescriptive Analytics with Mathematical ProgrammingPrinciples of Data AnalyticsPython Programming
Elective Areas
Decision Making & OptimizationAdvanced Analytics & AIIndustrial & Humanitarian LogisticsWeb & Social Network Analytics
Top Recruiters
DeloitteFord Motor CompanyJP Morgan ChaseKPMGNatWest GroupNielsenIQPricewaterhouseCooper (PwC)Skyscanner
Top Industries
Finance (42%)IT (21%)Management Consulting (11%)Infrastructure, Civil Engineering & Architecture (7%)Government Agencies (7%)
Program Highlights
  • -Specialised curriculum focusing on data analysis, machine learning and statistics.
  • -Opportunity to apply skills to real-world business challenges through case studies and projects.
  • -Develop skills that are highly sought after by employers in a variety of industries.
APPLICATION TIMELINE
# plan your timeline for Masters in Business Analytics
deadline:
Nov 8, 2025
[!] Deadline passed remaining
progress:0/25 tasks
what_ready:
# reminders:
- ⚠️ URGENT: Less than 3 months until deadline - prioritize immediately
- Consider taking GMAT within 4 weeks - limited prep time remaining
- Focus on essay quality - this is your strongest differentiator now
- Reach out to recommenders immediately - they need advance notice
TIMELINE BREAKDOWN
[done]GMAT/GRE Preparation
# Study and take standardized test
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Aug 8, 2025 (-390 days)
[done]Document Gathering
# Collect transcripts and credentials
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Sep 8, 2025 (-359 days)
[done]Letters of Recommendation
# Request and follow up on references
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Sep 8, 2025 (-359 days)
[done]Essay Writing
# Draft and refine application essays
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Oct 8, 2025 (-329 days)
[done]Final Review & Submission
# Complete and submit application
[completed]
Sep 2, 2026Nov 8, 2025 (-298 days)
# general guide only. check official website for requirements.
ADMISSION CALCULATOR
Masters in Business Analytics
gpa (0-4.0):
>
gmat (200-800):
>
work_experience (yrs):
>
admission_probability:
60%
[target]
[+]gpa: strong
[~]test: average
[~]exp: average
recommendations:
- Seek leadership opportunities in current role
# estimate only. actual decisions consider essays, interviews, etc.
data: Financial Times & QS 2025
vlocal(2026-09-02)