Master in Business Analytics & Big Data - The Program
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The Business Analytics and Big Data Master’s Degree
The Master in Business Analytics and Big Data molds future data scientists ready to help their companies become data-driven businesses by extracting relevant insights from data and using advanced analytics to drive decision-making processes. They are professionals who are capable of rethinking and rebuilding processes, products, and services by applying machine learning & AI to solve user problems.
The program is divided into 3 terms that combine subjects from 4 key areas of knowledge and skills needed for professionals in data science and analytics. The 10-month course, with intake options in October as well as April, is an immersive experience for innovative minds from all over the world.
Business Analytics Master Program Key Areas
Business Transformation
Gain a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of how organizations today collect and utilize data generated from a wide variety of sources to drive performance. Understand how companies are adopting advanced technologies to generate new and actionable insights.
Data Science
Dive into the world of data science, gaining practical knowledge in a wide range of Artificial Intelligence techniques from Machine Learning, to Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Conversational Agents, and Robotics.
Big Data Technologies
Get a grasp on the emerging tools and technologies available to successfully tackle challenges in Big Data. Learn to design and build a Data Lake capable of handling large-scale structured and unstructured collections of data in real time by using cutting-edge technologies such as Kafka, Hadoop, Spark, and Flink, among others.
Professional Skills
Being successful in data science and analytics isn’t just about having top-notch technical expertise. Develop the professional and behavioral skills you need to have a real impact on business decisions.
CAREER ENHANCING COLLABORATIONS
At IE University, we are at the at the forefront of technological innovation, which is why with this program you will benefit from the collaboration with companies that lead this technological disruption in today's world.
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AMAZON WEB SERVICES ACADEMY
Build your cloud computing skills preparing for Amazon Web Services cloud certification through lectures, assessments, hands-on labs, group discussions, and individual projects that are taught by experienced AWS Academy accredited educators.
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MICROSOFT LEARN
Benefit from our Microsoft Learn collaboration through resources and training that will allow students access to high-quality content for maximum impact.
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10thWORLDWIDE (3RD IN EUROPE)
Our Master in Business Analytics & Big Data ranked 10th for Masters in Business Analytics.
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MASTER IN BUSINESS ANALYTICS AND BIG DATA PRE-PROGRAMS
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QUANTITATIVE METHODS PRE-PROGRAM
The Quantitative Methods Pre-Program is designed to give you the basic knowledge needed for the Master in Business Analytics & Big Data. The fundamentals of this research strategy emphasize objective measurement and statistical or mathematical analysis of data. Using quantitative methods, you will learn to collect data through questionnaires or surveys in order to determine relationships between variables within a given population.
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CODING IN PYTHON PRE-PROGRAM
Python is a clear and powerful programming language comparable to Perl, Ruby, Scheme, or Java. Python is popular in the data science community because it’s an easy-to-use language that quickly facilitates getting your program up and running. Specific packages make Python usable for data analysis, including NumPy and SciPy scientific computing applications, or pandas for data manipulation. With Matplotlib, you’ll learn how to produce and animate graphics, and use Scikit-learn to dive into machine learning and predictive data analysis.
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CODING IN R PRE-PROGRAM
R is used widely among statisticians and data miners for developing statistical software and data analysis. A powerful exploratory tool with a large number of packages and readily usable tests, R is useful for almost any type of data analysis. As part of a big data solution, it provides the necessary tools to get up and running quickly.
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LINUX PRE-PROGRAM
Linux is a vital operating system that all big data technologies run under. It’s similar to other operating systems like Windows and macOS, so even students with zero Linux experience will quickly get the hang of its capabilities. Knowledge of the most basic Linux commands provides an important basis for later elements of the program, such as interacting with the Hadoop software library through command.
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SQL PRE-PROGRAM
SQL is the language of data, widely used by companies and one of the most-used tools in analytics. During the Master’s in Business Analytics & Big Data, you will learn the SQL functions from scratch, as well as the essential skills for managing data in a relational database management system. The SQL Pre-Program provides a necessary head start to reach advanced SQL proficiency later in the program.
Business Analytics Program Structure - October Intake
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Business Analytics Program Structure - April Intake
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Business Analytics Career-Oriented Program
Datathons
Companies from various industries will provide your team with real data sets, and you will have to uncover actionable insights and drive innovation.
Data Science Competitions
At the end of each period, you will have the opportunity to compete against other students in an individual Kaggle-style competition that will out what you’ve learned to the test.
MENTORING PROGRAM
At IE University, we believe that our alumni should play an active role in making each program a unique experience. At the beginning of the year, each student will be assigned a mentor who will advise them on things like how to manage your time during the program, which electives best suit their profile and professional aspirations, or what companies really ask for when you join a real team of data scientists.
Companies that participate in the Business Analytics and Big Data Master's Degree
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