Adelaide University
Master of Business Analytics
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
- Course Type: Master's
Develop your expertise across predictive modelling and data visualisations while considering ethical practice.
Course overview
Learn to extract insights using artificial intelligence and chatbots, preparing you for the modern business environment. Build core business knowledge that transcends industries and roles, making you a versatile asset in any business context. Your expertise in analytics, along with your understanding of key business principles, will form the dynamic skillset companies are looking for. Graduate ready to progress your career to a senior position, or kickstart your business journey.
This degree will build your knowledge in a range of business disciplines while developing advanced skills in analytics. Explore fundamental business principles in economics, accounting and finance. Then, learn the higher-level concepts and tools essential for proficiency in business analytics, including managing big data, data visualisation, predictive analytics and text analytics. Tackle big questions in the field: What are future trends in analytics technology? How can we better integrate AI and machine learning? What are the ethical considerations of the sector?
The curriculum includes industry-related projects to sharpen your research and analytical skills. Graduate with sophisticated problem-solving and decision-making abilities, equipped for dynamic careers in business and management.
Key features
- Study under top academics in business analytics.
- Learn to analyse, interpret and communicate data to inform decision-making.
- Build foundational business knowledge across economics, accounting and finance.
- Complete industry projects to develop your research and analysis skills.
- Choose electives to suit your career aspirations and interests.
- Prepare for the modern business environment with artificial intelligence courses.
Key facts
July, 2026
What you will study
Students must complete 96 units comprising:
- 42 units for all core courses.
- 30 units from discipline courses.
- 24 units for electives.
Each course is worth six units.
Complete 42 units for all of the following:
- Accounting Concepts and Methods
- Principles of Finance
- Business Statistics
- Economic Principles
- Predictive and Visual Analytics
- Chatbots and Text Analytics for Business
- Managing with Big Data Analytics
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate that they fulfil any essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.
- A completed bachelor's (AQF level 7) or bachelor's honours (AQF level 8) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; OR
- A completed nested or related graduate certificate (AQF level 8) or higher or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Adelaide University is committed to recognising the contribution of students’ prior learning towards their program requirements.
Credit may be granted for formal, informal and non-formal learning, with guidance on eligibility provided to prospective students in a clear, transparent and publicly available credit framework.
Credit determinations will be:
- Evidence-based, equitable and transparent.
- Academically sound.
- Applied consistently, fairly and subject to review.
Credit will be granted for prior learning that is relevant and equivalent to the learning required for the courses for which credit is sought.
Credit will only be granted if it:
- Maintains the credibility and integrity of the program for which credit is sought.
- Does not contravene the conditions of the program’s professional accreditation.
- Does not disadvantage the student’s ability to achieve the expected course or program learning outcomes.
For more information, contact the university or visit its website.
Outcomes
- Gain the skills to make impactful decisions to help businesses achieve their goals.
- You’ll build foundational business knowledge applicable to various career settings.
- Explore core concepts in economics, accounting and modern finance operations.
- Learn about the advanced analytical tools used in business. Acquire essential data skills.
- Study advanced predictive modelling techniques and learn how to use conversational AI to extract insights.
- Through industry-related projects, you’ll solve open-ended business problems and learn to communicate professionally using data-driven insights and solutions.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative annual fee in 2026: $43,100 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Fee-paying programs require the full tuition fees for your study, which can be deferred partly or in full to a FEE-HELP loan. Where the duration of the program is less than one year, the total cost of the program is displayed.
A student’s fee may vary depending on:
- The number of courses studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of courses.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students.