Master of Analytics

Location

Online

Study Mode

Online

Outcomes

Advertising Manager, Brand Manager, Business Analyst, Database Analyst, Digital Marketing Manager, Social Media Analyst

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Qualification

Master's Degree

Awarded By

UNSW Online

Duration

Accelerated; complete in as little as 2 years

Start Date

Enquire now for upcoming start dates

Payment Option

FEE-HELP, Upfront payment

How Much Will It Cost?

FEE-HELP

This course can be paid for through the FEE-HELP government loan scheme. If you are an Australian citizen or hold a permanent humanitarian visa, you may not need to pay upfront.

Instead, the Australian government will pay your course fees directly to the provider on your behalf. You’ll begin repaying your loan through the tax system once you start earning more than the minimum threshold of $54,435 (2024-25 financial year).

Find out more about government study loans here.

Course Rundown

Equip yourself with the skills employers demand, and fast track your way to a rewarding and dynamic career in data analytics with the online Master of Analytics at UNSW.

Through this recognised course, you’ll develop highly technical programming-language and cloud-based-systems skills to become an expert in the design and implementation of successful organisational change programs. You’ll have the opportunity to integrate your knowledge and skills acquired throughout the program in a professional context by collaborating on an industry project in your capstone course.

Gain the skills to take complex information and translate it into simple and powerful data stories that influence stakeholders, while also learning to navigate the ethical dilemmas of data.

Depending on your career goals, you can tailor your program studies with a specialisation in either General Analytics or Marketing Analytics.

Designed with the busy individual in mind, this 100% online course allows you to learn each subject in seven-week blocks. This allows you to study in an accelerated manner, and graduate in as little as two years while working full time.

Eligibility

To be eligible to study this course, applicants must meet the following entry requirements:

Have a recognised bachelor’s degree (or equivalent qualification) with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 65 as determined by the UNSW entry calculator; AND
Be proficient in the English language

Entry via nested qualification

For those who do not qualify for direct entry into the master’s program, you may be eligible for entry into the Graduate Certificate in Analytics or the Graduate Diploma in Analytics. Generally, if you successfully complete the Graduate Certificate and/or the Graduate Diploma with a WAM of 65 or above, you can progress to the Masters.

FAQS

What You’ll Learn

In this analytics course, the subjects you may study include:

Core Courses

Principles of Programming
Introductory Data Analysis
Analytics and Business
Managing People, Analytics and Change
Big Data Management#
Data Visualisation and Communication^
Predictive Analytics^
Data and Ethics

General Analytics Specialisation

Business Analytics and Consulting
Financial Modelling^
Decision Making in Analytics^
General Analytics Capstone

Marketing Analytics Specialisation

Social Media & Digital Analytics
Foundation of Marketing Analytics^
Managing Customer Analytics^
Marketing Analytics Capstone

^Pre-requisite: Introductory Data Analysis. #Pre-requisite: Principles of Programming.

Why study with UNSW Online

Study 100% Online with UNSW. A World Leader

UNSW is a globally recognised leader in education, with a focus on industry applicable programs. When you study online with UNSW, you can expect to learn from world-class academics and collaborate with ambitious, like-minded individuals.

Study at Australia’s Global University. Anywhere, anytime

Studying online at UNSW means that you have the flexibility to shape your studies to fit your life and career goals. The programs have been designed with busy working professionals in mind so you can study one course at a time, 100% online & accelerated, whilst working full-time.

Designed by Industry for Industry

The UNSW online programs have been developed in close consultation with industry experts equipping you with applicable and career-related skills. UNSW is ranked in the top 3 universities in Australia for graduate employability, and is 27th in the world (QS University World Rankings by Graduate Employability, 2020) with each program offering advanced disciplinary depth, giving you access to the latest thinking and current research.

Student Support

Student Admissions Advisors: Investing in the right program for you is important to us and we’re here to help you every step of the way. Our Student Enrolment Advisors are available to assist you with all your program and enrolment queries. Student Success Advisors: Studying online does not mean studying alone. We are here to help you make your difference. Throughout your study journey, you will be able to turn to your Student Success Advisor (SSA), who is committed to assisting you at every stage, from enrolment through to graduation. Your SSA is on hand to help with all non-academic queries by phone or email.

Where Will It Lead Me?

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a Masters of Analytics from UNSW Online.

This masters course will equip you with the know-how to influence innovation to conduct better business, no matter the industry you choose to work in. You’ll gain the most comprehensive set of analytical skills demanded by industry to prepare you for a myriad of opportunities across various industries and roles.

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