Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence for Business MSc

University of Dundee
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 12 Months Computer scienceMathematics and statistics

About this course

This course will teach you to innovatively use artificial intelligence (AI) to solve business problems and ensure process efficiency. You will master a suite of AI skills and use these to drive change and make smart business decisions.

You will cover topics such as:

  • data mining for business

  • applied artificial intelligence solutions

  • ethics of artificial intelligence

  • deep learning implementation

    This course will give you strong technical and analytical skills. You will also focus on the ethical and innovative use of AI in business. You will gain practical experience and will be able to graduate ready to enter the workplace. Your skills will mean that you are equipped to innovate in the fast-evolving world of business. You will achieve this through hands-on projects and industry-standard tools.

    Globally, there is now an increasing demand for AI skills in the job market. AI and machine learning specialists are among the fastest-growing job categories.

    You’ll dive into key skills like:

  • machine learning

  • deep learning

  • ethics of AI

  • business analytics

    Throughout the course, you will learn through lectures, tutorials, and lab sessions. These will range from covering theory to being more hands-on.

    In the labs, you’ll apply your knowledge using tools to solve real-world problems. You will use tools like Python, R, and other specialised software.

    You will also use various analytics tools. This will allow you to engage in:

  • data visualisation

  • prescriptive and predictive analytics

  • database management

    Our dual focus on business analytics and artificial intelligence will uniquely prepare you for a career in analytics or AI. You will also have access to unique opportunities that set this course apart such as:

  • funded global or local internship opportunities

  • experience through industry partnerships and guest lectures

  • accreditation that can lead to further qualifications and experience

  • a hybrid learning approach
  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2139 Information technology professionals
    2134 Programmers and software development professionals
    1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
    2431 Management consultants and business analysts
    2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
    3544 Data analysts

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    12 Months
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Dundee
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Computer science, Mathematics and statistics