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Learn the fundamental theories, approaches and analytical toolkit of data analytics, decision sciences, applied operational research and statistics.
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MSc Business Analytics: Operational Research and Risk Analysis
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Duration 1 year(s)
Tuition Fee
GBP 35,700 / year
Next Intake January-2026
MSc Business Analytics: Operational Research and Risk Analysis
About
Learn the fundamental theories, approaches and analytical toolkit of data analytics, decision sciences, applied operational research and statistics.
- Gain a solid theoretical foundation and quantitative skills, alongside practical problem-solving techniques
- Apply your knowledge to real-life scenarios using case studies, individual and team consulting-based assignments, presentations and software tools
- Use Enterprise packages as part of the `Data Analytics for Business Decision Making' unit.
- Choose from a broad range of options to meet your interests or career aspirations
- Prepare for a career in consultancy, finance, retail, manufacturing, government analytics units, defence, IT systems, outsourcing and telecoms.
Disciplines
Master of Science (MSc)
Requirements
Entry Requirements
We require a First or Upper Second class honours degree (2:1, with 60% average) from a UK university or the overseas equivalent. Your degree background must be in a quantitative subject such as mathematics, statistics, physics, engineering, computing, management science or economics, and we require you to demonstrate study of quantitative modules (e.g. maths, statistics, calculus) consistently throughout each year of your studies and achieve good grades. Study of programming is desirable, but mathematical-related modules are essential.
When assessing your academic record we take into account your grade average , position in class and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. We particularly welcome applicants from institutions of high ranking and repute.
English Program Requirements
For the latest information on demonstrating your English proficiency for those whose first language is not English, please see our language requirements .
Career
Career opportunities
There are many potential career roles for postgraduates with an understanding of analytical approaches in business and management - including job titles such as operational research analyst, systems analyst, risk analyst, financial analyst, performance analyst, business analyst, data analyst, marketing analyst, data scientist, business modeller, and operations, logistics, production, project, risk, quality, performance, or general manager.
Employers include general and specialist consultancies, the finance, retail and manufacturing sectors, government analytics units, defence and major 'solution providers' in IT systems, outsourcing and telecoms.
In many of these areas an MSc is generally accepted as highly desirable for developing an initial career in the field. In addition to preparing you for specialist professional work, the course is also a valuable preparation for further study and for research degrees.
Recent recruiters
America Veintiuno, Aon, Bank of East Asia, BIP Consulting, Dell, Deloitte, Google, Goldman Sachs, Hainan Airlines, HMR, HSBC, IBM, PwC, Bank of China, Royal Bank of Scotland, Saudi Aramco, Disney Analytics, Sky, Swiss Re, Infosys and Peak AI.
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Fee Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 35,700Application Fee
GBPMSc Business Analytics: Operational Research and Risk Analysis
The University of Manchester
United Kingdom,
Manchester
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