The MSc in Business Analysis & Consulting has been developed to equip you with the practical, evaluative and analytical skills to allow you, as a future manager or consultant, to influence and develop strategy and performance within organisations.
You'll learn the key quantitative business analysis methods necessary to evaluate performance.
Industry involvement is at the heart of the course. You'll have numerous external clients throughout the year in your experiential learning class, and have the opportunity to undertake your summer project in collaboration with an external organisation.
In addition, you'll learn how to use business models to support the development of strategy for organisations and to help them to monitor and measure strategic processes.
By the end of the programme, you'll have developed the key skills of business consulting, which are applicable to any organisation.
Upon graduating, you'll be equipped with the analytical and strategic capabilities needed to address complex global issues, including sustainability. Through modules such as Strategy Modelling & Management and Managing Business Operations, you'll develop the skills to tackle real-world sustainable challenges.
The course also includes consultancy projects with external organisations, including those in the public and third sectors, allowing you to lead on meaningful sustainability-focused initiatives.
Graduates of this programme are highly valued by employers across sectors due to their proficiency in areas such as business analytics and related AI applications, and quantitative problem-solving that supports decision-making.
The curriculum includes modules on Big Data for Decision Making, Business Simulation, and Quantitative Business Analysis, which are aligned with current industry needs.
Alumni have gone on to work with leading firms such as:
This demonstrates the programme’s strong reputation and relevance in the job market.
Strathclyde’s MSc in Business Analysis & Consulting benefits from the university’s extensive network of partnerships. You'll engage in live consultancy projects with organisations such as the NHS, Diageo, British Airways, and RBS. These collaborations provide practical insights and exposure to real-world challenges, ensuring that your learning is both relevant and applicable.
The programme fosters a culture of reflective practice, collaborative problem-solving, and strategic thinking. The Becoming an Effective Business Analyst module, which runs throughout the academic year, encourages you to engage with complex problems presented by external managers. This approach nurtures a mindset of continuous learning and innovation.
We encourage our students to be bold in their thinking, ambitious in their goals, and collaborative in their approach. These qualities are essential for leadership and long-term success in the business analysis and consulting field.
You'll have access to Strathclyde Inspire , a unique sector-leading initiative that supports and encourages all forms of entrepreneurship across the university. This initiative will provide you with opportunities to develop an entrepreneurial mindset through access to a range of entrepreneurial activities, something much valued in business.
Oliver Leonard tells us about his experience on this course.
Our MSc Business Analysis & Consulting equips you with the skills to analyse organisational challenges and deliver practical solutions.
On the programme you’ll:
You can study this course through three pathways. Which pathway is right for you? Compare the options below to find the best fit for your interests, skills and career goals:
Academic requirements MSc: Minimum second-class Honours degree, or overseas equivalent (view the entry requirements for your country ) in business, economics, engineering or the social sciences. Applications from those with other degrees are also encouraged. PgDip: Minimum of a Pass degree, or equivalent, in an appropriate subject. Subject to performance, students may transfer from the Diploma course to the MSc. Although some quantitative analytical tools are taught and used during the course, only basic mathematical knowledge is necessary before starting the course. Don’t meet the academic entry requirements? We offer the Pre-Masters Preparation Course at the University of Strathclyde International Study Centre, for international students (non-UK/Ireland). English language requirements Students whose first language is not English must have a minimum of 6.5 IELTS score, with no individual score lower than 5.5. Get more information about the English language requirements for studying at Strathclyde . Fees & funding Back to course
| QS 综合 | 院校 | 学制 | 学费 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 第 325 位 | 赫瑞瓦特大学Heriot-Watt University | 1年 | 24952英镑/年 |