Business with Decision Analytics MA (Hons)
University of Edinburgh
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Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)

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Central area campus

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Full Time

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Start date

SEP-25

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Duration

4 Years

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Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)

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SEP-25

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4 Years

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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 ...Read more

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 analytics

Studies 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 for

This 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 learning

We 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 opportunities

You 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.

Key stats

Computer Science
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
14th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
15th
Business Studies
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 94 = 6% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
6%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
84%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Business Studies graduate salary at this uni
£25,000
UK Business Studies graduate salary
£21,000
Management Studies
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
86%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Management Studies graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Management Studies graduate salary
£21,000

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Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A 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.

Popular A-level subjects

Business Studies

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Economics
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Mathematics
39%
Geography
34%
Business Studies
28%
History
21%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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£1,820 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£28,000 per year

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Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£28,000 per year

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£28000 Per year

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