Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Business Data Analytics (with placement year)

Organisations accumulate huge volumes of data from a variety of sources on a daily basis. Business systems may vary from customer support, NHS records and critical financial planning for the City of London, to strategic marketing systems for international retail groups.

Students will learn to expertly develop models and uncover previously unknown trends and patterns to support decision making. Students will also become experienced in the use of industry-standard Business Analytics and Business Intelligence software SAS, helping them to positively contribute and lead companies in improving their business intelligence.

• DMU has achieved Gold, the highest ranking possible under the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF): Indicating the outstanding learning and teaching on offer at DMU. [Office for Students, 2017]
• 100% of Computing for Business graduates from summer 2017 are in work or further study after graduating: According to the Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) 2016-17 report
• Gain an industry recognised skillset: Study towards a recognised qualification such as PRINCE2 project management and Information Technology Information Library (ITIL), and become experienced in the use of industry-standard Business Analytics and Business Intelligence software SAS
• More than 50 years of computing experience
• Work placement opportunities: Enhance employability and students gain industry experience by undertaking an optional work placement. Past placements include experience at Hewlett Packard, Intel Corporation (UK), Thomson Reuters, Eon UK, GlaxoSmithKline, TNT Express and AstraZeneca
• Develop practical skills in specialist facilities: Students have access to 100 computer workstations, which are divided into five interconnected laboratories each with 20 machines high-specification PCs running Windows/Linux
• Enjoy an international experience with #DMUglobal: All students have the opportunity to take part in a #DMUglobal experience, which can enrich their studies and expand their cultural horizons. Previous #DMUglobal trips have included New York, Berlin, Hong Kong, China, Canada, Japan, South Africa, Russia and Italy to name a few.