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Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)
Central area campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
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Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)
Central area campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
Combine the study of business with decision analytics to prepare for the social, political, environmental and cultural challenges facing contemporary businesses, governments and not-for-profit organisations.Taught by world-leading industry professionals and researchers, you will develop personal and professional competencies such as:* authentic leadership * ethical, responsible, sustainable business behaviour * entrepreneurial practice * effective communicationThis will enable you to work across a range of roles in contemporary business including: * accountancy and finance * strategy * marketing * human resource management * data analytics * entrepreneurship and innovationYou can draw on a range of disciplines outside business, particularly in Years 1 and 2, which include: * psychology * law * economics * sociology * art and design * history * mathematics
Decision analyticsStudies in decision analytics include exploring techniques and developing the skills required to analyse management problems in which uncertainty plays a significant role, using examples based on applications from the areas of:* capacity planning * quality control * consumer behaviour * inventory management * finance and purchasing * mathematical programming concepts * applications * models * solution methods
Who the programme is forThis programme is particularly suitable if you are looking to pursue a career within data analytics. The programme is also appropriate if you are aspiring to undertake a career in strategic management, or those seeking further educational opportunities.
Environment for learningWe offer a supportive and encouraging environment where you can grow and develop. Our Student Experience Team offer an extensive range of pastoral and professional provision to support you on your undergraduate journey.We provide many and varied opportunities for you to engage in co- and extra-curricular activities. Our dedicated Student Development Team can help you develop a range of essential business graduate competencies.
Further development opportunitiesYou may take undergraduate Edinburgh Awards supported by an alumni professional mentor and trained coaches: * Personal and Professional Development (Year 2) * Effective and Responsible Leadership (Year 3 or 4)You can also participate in a large number of business societies, business events and peer-support schemes.This degree offers the opportunity to study abroad in Year 3.
Exam type
A levelA level:
A*AA Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
AAAAA Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
39 Grades / Points required
A*AA. Required subjects: A levels: no specific A Level subjects required. GCSEs: Mathematics at B or 6 and English at C or 4.
AAAAA (achievement by end of S5 preferred). BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S5. Required subjects: Highers: no specific Higher subjects required. National 5s: Mathematics at B and English at C.
39 points with 666 at HL. Required subjects: HL: no specific subjects required. SL: English at 5 and Mathematics at 5.
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Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£1,820 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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£28,000 per year
Students from EU
This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£28,000 per year
Students from International
£28000 Per year
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