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Master of
Business Analytics

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Bachelor degree or equivalent qualification
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SATAC
2CM928
CRICOS
116921F
Duration
2 years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Start Dates
February
July
October
Start Dates
February
July
October
Annual Indicative Fees
Annual Indicative Fees
2026 : $37,400 (FFP)
2026 : $44,200 (FFP)
Delivery mode
In person (City)
In person (City)
Practical experience
Available
Study abroad
Not available
English language requirements

* 6 month accelerated option available. Subject to topic availability.

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Build advanced skills in data, AI and analytics to inform strategy and drive smarter business decisions. 

The Master of Business Analytics combines business strategy with analytics, artificial intelligence, data visualisation, machine learning and emerging technologies, preparing you to solve complex business problems and support evidence-based decision-making. Apply your learning through real-world projects and develop practical experience relevant across diverse industries.


Learn leading industry tools that employers want

You will learn from experts and become a skilled user of Power BI, SQL, AI and Machine Learning, Python, Excel, and other pioneering industry tools.


No technical background required

Build your technical skills from the ground up, with expert guidance in analytics, AI and industry tools designed to support learners without prior technical experience.


Get career-ready with industry experience

Complete up to 36 weeks of hands-on experience through supervised industry projects, an industry placement and a dedicated Business Analytics Consulting Project, with opportunities to engage with the Factory of the Future and other industry partners.


Step into a high-growth analytics career

Build in-demand skills for roles across consulting, technology, government and more.

Build your career step by step.

Build your expertise at every stage of your career. Flinders offers a clear pathway from South Australia’s only Bachelor of Business Analytics through to postgraduate study, allowing you to develop advanced analytics skills as your experience and career goals grow. Start with the Bachelor of Business Analytics to build a strong foundation in data, technology and business decision-making, step into the Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics to sharpen your specialist skills, or progress to the Master of Business Analytics for advanced capability and deeper industry application.

6-month

Complete 4 topics to earn
Graduate Certificate Business Analytics

24-month

Complete 12 topics to earn
Master of Business Analytics

What will you study.

You’ll study business analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data warehousing, and data visualisation, alongside areas such as market research, project control and business intelligence. You’ll also apply your learning through a dedicated Business Analytics Industry Project and choose option topics to tailor your study to your career goals. 

Course handbook

Core Topics

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Core Topics

  • Business Intelligence and Data Warehousing
  • Business Analytics Consulting Project
  • Artificial Intelligence in Business Practice 
  • Analysing Business Data
  • Database Modelling and Information Management 
  • Digital Marketing and Analytics 
  • Implementing Project Control Methods
  • Neural Networks and Machine Learning 

Option topics

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Option topics

You can choose from:

  • Industry Placement 
  • Advanced Industry Practicum
  • Creating Resilient Supply Chains and Procurement
  • Managing Project Risks
  • Leading a Future Workforce
  • Trends in Business Finance
  • Marketing in a Digital Age

Professional Memberships

All Master of Business Analytics students are eligible for a complimentary student membership with the Australian Computer Society (ACS). Completion of the Master of Business Analytics may meet the educational requirements to apply for professional membership with the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA). 

Growing demand for business analytics professionals

Employment for Management and Organisation Analysts is projected to grow by 27%, while ICT Business and Systems Analyst roles are projected to grow by 26% over the ten years to 2035*. Graduates can pursue careers across consulting, technology, finance, government and other industries where data-driven decision-making is critical.

Potential occupations

You could be a

Expected salary
$172,000*

Expected salary
$135,000*

Expected salary
$115,000*

Expected salary
$105,000*

Potential occupations

You could be a

Expected salary
$172,000*

Expected salary
$135,000*

Expected salary
$115,000*

Expected salary
$105,000*

*Typical salaries are drawn from a variety of sources, including Seek, Glassdoor and Indeed, and may vary. Please do your own research.

Connect with industry.

Through partnerships with organisations such as Google, NAB, IIBA and Serco, your studies are informed by real industry insight.

 

Practical case studies and applied learning help you develop skills you can use immediately in the workplace.

Up to 36 weeks of supervised industry learning.

Learn from the experts.

Our incredible Flinders Business School teaching and professional staff are experts in their fields and well-connected to the industry.

Dr Ehsan Abedin

Senior Lecturer in Business Analytics

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Dr Ehsan Abedin brings a multidisciplinary background across business, statistics and artificial intelligence, supported by a PhD from the University of Melbourne and previous experience as an industry consultant. His research explores the impact of AI, business analytics and information systems, with a focus on using data and digital innovation to solve real-world business and societal challenges.

Dr Lin Han

Lecturer in Business Analytics

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Dr Lin Han holds a PhD in Business Analytics, with her doctoral research focused on financial risk analytics and management in electricity markets. Lin has extensive industry experience across the energy, finance, and consulting sectors, where she has applied advanced statistical and data science techniques to support data-driven decision-making.
 

Get inspired.

Discover more about Flinders Business School through student stories, industry experiences and real-world learning. 

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Fast-track your career with Industry Placements. Hear how students take part in real-life jobs, put their learning into practice and build industry connections.

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“This program provides the perfect bridge between business vision and data analytics, with the tools to develop my skills through a concrete, hands-on approach. The various assignments we submit aren't just about memorizing the material but truly understanding it.”

Charles Garcia
Current student

“I am building my skills and knowledge as an analyst by learning how to understand raw data and transform it into useful business insights. With no prior experience or background in the field, I found the program a great fit for anyone looking to start learning analytics.”

Deborah Tanuwijaya
Current student

“...subjects combine theory with practical learning. I had opportunities to work in groups on real-world industry challenges and apply tools such as Excel, SQL, Python and BI alongside statistical and business insights.”

Sopanha Chin
Current student 

Flinders University is a future you can count on

Flinders University is ranked top 2% globally.

No. 1 in Australia for postgraduate employment.

78% reported salary increase within 2 years of graduating.

4 in 5 students employed full-time while studying.

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Industry and professional networks

Connect with Flinders alumni and industry partners through discipline-specific networks, seminars, and career events designed for postgraduate students.

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Campus facilities

Flinders’ campuses are hubs of activity, with library spaces, study and chill areas, ample parking and more.

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Scholarships.

Flinders University offers a wide range of  postgraduate scholarships to support  students pursue their educational and career goals.

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Frequently asked questions.

Find the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.

Business analytics uses data, technology and analytical methods to solve business problems and support better decision-making. You’ll learn how to interpret complex data, identify trends and opportunities, and translate insights into practical recommendations that can improve organisational performance.

Business analytics focuses on using data to improve business strategy, decisions and performance, while data analytics is generally more focused on the technical processes used to collect, manage and interpret data. Business analytics is well suited to students who want to combine analytical capability with broader business and strategic skills.

The Master of Business Analytics is a specialist degree focused on building deeper technical and analytical skills across data, AI, machine learning and business analytics. An MBA builds broader leadership and management capability, with AI or Business Analytics as a specialisation.

Choose the Master of Business Analytics to develop specialist analytics expertise, or an MBA to build broader management skills with a focused area of study.

No. You do not need to have studied business analytics previously. The degree brings together business and technical areas, including business analytics, programming, artificial intelligence, machine learning and data management. Applicants must meet the course admission requirements, which include holding an approved bachelor degree or an eligible Flinders qualification. 

Yes. The course includes core study in Artificial Intelligence in Business Practice, Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence, and Neural Networks and Machine Learning. No prior technical background is required, with the course designed to build your knowledge from the ground up. You’ll explore how these technologies can be applied alongside analytics to solve business problems and support data-driven decision-making. 

You’ll apply your skills through practical and industry-focused study, including a dedicated Business Analytics Industry and Consulting Projects. You can also choose between an Industry Placement and Leading a Future Workforce, with further industry-focused study available through elective options such as the Advanced Industry Practicum.

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Entry requirements

If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through Flinders University Academy. With a range of diplomas, foundation and English language courses, students can find a direct pathway into the destination degree of their choice. 

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