Master

In today's data-driven economy, businesses generate vast amounts of data, but only those who know how to extract insights from it can gain a real competitive advantage. The MSc in Business Intelligence and Big Data Analytics provides you with the technical expertise and strategic vision to turn raw data into actionable intelligence that drives business success. The master blends advanced technical training with real-world business applications and prepares you to transform vast amounts of data into actionable insights that inform strategic decisions, improve business performance, and create a competitive edge. The program emphasizes both the technical side, including data mining, predictive analytics, cloud computing, and machine learning — and the business side, including strategy, operations, financial analytics, and performance management.

Throughout the program, students will develop expertise in data mining, predictive analytics, data visualization, business strategy, and the latest Business Intelligence platforms

Graduates of the MSc in Business Intelligence and Big Data Analytics will be prepared for a wide range of professional roles, including:

Our online education model gives you the freedom to complete classes on your schedule and create a learning experience that fits your needs, with access to faculty and advisors who will support you throughout the master. All the modules will be taught online through an interactive Virtual Learning Environment where you can access synchronous and asynchronous lectures and project based and lab activities. Live interactive sessions and webinars will be organised by the professor to deepen relevant topics, present case studies and organise practical activities. The module also includes different discussion forums that allows students to create and process information, practise critical thinking and collaborate and interact simultaneously or asynchronously in the online learning environment.

Customised assistance by faculty and academic advisors will be provided to the students throughout the academic journey to improve academic success and results.

The master is accredited by MFHEA - Malta Further & Higher Education Authority, with license number 2023-05. Moreover the master is recognized and approved by KYASAT, the competent authority of the Republic of Cyprus for the recognition of higher education qualifications. KYSATS is a member of the NARIC (National Academic Recognition Information Centres), ENIC (European Network of National Information Centres on academic recognition and mobility) and MERIC (Mediterranean Recognition Information Centres) networks.

The master is addressed to:

• Graduates in business, economics, management, computer science, engineering, mathematics, statistics, or related fields who wish to specialize in business intelligence and analytics.
• Professionals working in business, IT, finance, marketing, operations, or consulting who want to strengthen their skills in data-driven decision making.
• Managers and executives seeking to integrate business analytics into their strategic planning and operations.
• IT and data professionals aiming to broaden their expertise into business intelligence, data governance, and big data management.
• Recent graduates looking to enter one of the most dynamic and in-demand fields in the global job market.

A bachelor degree of 3 or 4 years minimum 180 ECTS is required to be admitted to the master.