Program description
Global Master in Business Analytics and Big Data
The Global Master in Business Analytics and Big Data prepares you to take on much-needed leadership roles in the data science industry and to tackle the toughest challenges of our data-driven era. You will master data science tools, business transformation, and big data technologies to use data to drive positive change in any company and any industry.
Admission requirements
Freshman Students
English Proficiency Requirements
All our programs are taught fully in English therefore all candidates will have their English communication skills assessed during the admissions process.
The possession of language certificates is not mandatory, particularly if candidates have spent the last 2 years in an English speaking country or studied in an Anglophone educational system (such as American High School, IB in English or A-levels).
Language Test guidelines:
- TOEFL: minimum 90, 100 points recommended
- IELTS: minimum 7 points
- Cambridge: CAE (with marks A, B and in some cases C with a strong oral conversation) or CPE
- Duolingo English Test: minimum 115 points, 120 or higher recommended
Transfer Students
English Proficiency Requirements
All of our programs are taught in English so that you’re set to excel in the professional world. For that reason, we test every candidate’s English communication skills during the admissions process.
It isn’t mandatory to possess a language certificate, especially if you have spent the last two years in an English-speaking country, or if you’ve studied in an Anglophone educational system. That includes attending an American high school, or completing an English International Baccalaureate or A-levels.
Language test guidelines:
- TOEFL: minimum 90, 100 points recommended
- IELTS: minimum 7 points required
- Cambridge: CAE (with marks A, B and in some cases C with a strong level of oral conversation) or CPE
For more information about admission requirements for this program, please visit the university website.
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Business Analytics and Big Data Global Master Program Key Areas
Business Transformation
You will learn how data is collected, analyzed and utilized to drive companies forward and upward. You will gain understanding of how advanced technologies are used to extract knowledge and develop business strategy.
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 like 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 navigate the dynamics of the workplace.
Scholarships & funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Program delivery
The 17-month course ensures an accelerated and flexible transformational journey, allowing work-life balance. The program is a blend of courses taught by live videoconferencing and discussion forums, that replicate the experience of a face-to-face classroom, and interaction with faculty on a 24/7 online platform.
Tuition fees
The tuition fees for this program are 35,200€ per year
About this institute
IE University
We can transform the world through our passion for education, research and innovation. Join us on the fascinating adventure! At IE University we specialize in training future-forward leaders with a global vision, entrepreneurial mindset and human-centered approach to driving innovation....
