Master of Business Management in Applied Analytics

Study mode

Accelerated 100% Online

Duration

2 years part-time

Units

12

Intakes

Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Aug, Oct

Lead a team of analytics specialists

Confident decision-making

This business masters degree will set you up as a manager with an analytics focus. You’ll learn advanced analytics concepts so you can lead thriving evidence-based decision-making cultures.

4.1 stars out of 5

Business Managers rate job satisfaction very high.

Choose a path to two degrees

Graduate with two masters degrees

Add four extra specialist studies units to receive two testamurs

Accelerated & 100% online

Study that’s flexible

Coursework and assessments designed to fit around your needs.

Support seven days a week

Learning advice and study assistance

Dedicated support services designed for your study discipline.

Lead teams and businesses to success 

All industries require strong leadership to manage and inspire their teams and steer projects to successful outcomes. The Master of Business Management will prepare you to become an effective leader in an increasingly agile business environment, and will equip you with the skills needed to step into a management position in your field.

By specialising in applied analytics, you will gain the expertise to unearth the compelling stories that lie behind raw data. As a leader with a proven analytics skill set – in combination with managerial expertise – you’ll be able to make fact-based leadership and strategic decisions based on a firm foundation of evidence, and implement decisions using a creative managerial approach.

What you will learn

Strategic leadership
Acquire an adaptable leadership skill set, ready to meet the challenges of the changing business landscape.

Financial management
As markets change, position yourself with the financial management skills to allocate resources strategically, with a mind towards the big picture.

Applied analytics
Acquire the ability to gather, re-purpose and analyse complex data, which will serve as the basis of your managerial approach and contribute to business-wide strategic decision-making.

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Our worldwide business rankings

Dedicated to academic excellence, Monash University has achieved international recognition and renown in its Business courses.

Australia

^# 1

Shanghai Academic Ranking by academic subjects

(2023)

International

^# 7

Shanghai Academic Ranking by academic subjects

(2023)

Pathway to a double masters degree

Prepare for the next evolution in business management. Growing industries need managers with a growth mindset. Our double masters degrees can help you establish a multi-disciplined management career that modern industries demand.

Graduate with the broad Master of Business Management, giving you the essential knowledge and skills to understand your organisation in its entirety, as well as a specialist Masters degree that demonstrates the depth of knowledge in a key field.

Across 13 specialist studies, you can graduate with either:

two masters degrees and two testamurs, in approximately 2.7 years part-time accelerated, after completing 16 units (96 credit points) from:
- Master of Business Management and Master of Human Resource Management
- Master of Business Management and Master of Project Management
- Master of Business Management and Master of Marketing and Digital Communications; or
a single Master of Business Management degree in approximately 2 years part-time accelerated, after completing 12 units (72 credit points)

You can also exit the course after completing approximately 0.7 years part-time accelerated, 4 units (24 credit points), and you’ll receive a Graduate Certificate of Business Management.

Business Management

Graduate Certificate

0.7 years part-time accelerated

Leadership for organisational advancement
Strategic management for agile organisations
Innovation and new value creation
Financial management and resource utilisation

Business Management

Master

1.4 years part-time accelerated

Collaborative and reproducible practices
Data visualisation and analytics
Introduction to accounting analytics
Predictive analytics in business

Business transformation
Industry project 1
Industry project 2
Professional development

Business Management

Double Masters

0.7 years part-time accelerated

Choose four Part B specialist studies units and graduate with two masters degrees and two testamurs:

Master of Business Management and Master of Human Resource Management
Master of Business Management and Master of Project Management
Master of Business Management and Master of Marketing and Digital Communications

Structure
Double masters
Entry requirements
Fees

Structure

This course is structured in three parts: Part A. Business management foundation, Part B. Specialisation studies, and Part C. Application studies.

All students complete Part C. Depending upon prior qualifications, you may receive credit for Part A or Part B or both.

Note: If you are eligible for credit for prior studies, you may elect not to receive the credit.

Part A. Business management foundation: 4 units (24 points)

These units will introduce you to business management practice at an advanced graduate level. They are designed to extend your ability to manage an organisation while building on existing professional work experience.

Leadership for organisational advancement

Strategic management for agile organisations

Innovation and new value creation

Financial management and resource utilisation

Part B. Applied Analytics: 4 units (24 points)

You will develop a capacity to engage with ethical, legal and practical considerations in relation to global challenges.

You need to complete four of the following units.

Collaborative and reproducible practices

Data visualisation and analytics

Introduction to accounting analytics

Predictive analytics in business

Part C. Application studies: 4 units (24 points)

Undertake professional and project work that can contribute to a portfolio of professional development.

Business transformation

Industry project 1

Industry project 2

Professional development

Double masters

Choose a single or double degree specialist study area

Uplift your career-options with one or two future-focused business degrees. The Master of Business Management now offers single or double degree options.

Depending on the specialist studies you choose, you can graduate with a:

single Masters in Business Management degree (2 years part-time accelerated part-time, 72 credit points) with specialist studies in:
double Master of Business Management degree (2.7 years part-time, 96 credit points) in one of the following:
- Master of Business Management and Master of Human Resource Management
- Master of Business Management and Master of Project Management
- Master of Business Management and Master of Marketing and Digital Communications

Entry requirements

Entry level 1- 72 points to complete. Duration: 2 years part-time.

An Australian bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline* or an equivalent qualification, with at least a credit (60%) average or an equivalent Grade Point Average.

or

An Australian bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification, with at least a credit (60%) average or an equivalent Grade Point Average plus at least two years relevant work experience**.

* Relevant disciplines include: Business, Commerce, Management.

**If you’re applying on the basis of work experience then you must provide a detailed curriculum vitae, outlining your employment history and professional experience.

Entry level 2 – 48 points to complete. Duration: 1.4 years part-time.

A Monash University Graduate Certificate of Business Management with at least a credit (60%) average

or

A Monash University Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management with at least a credit (60%) average

English requirements

Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements apply for admission to Monash University Australia.

If you need help understanding the above entry requirements, reach out to our student consultants on our contact us page and schedule a booking for a chat.

Fees

For the Master of Business Management, the estimated cost is $4,375.00 per unit. You may be eligible to receive a FEE-HELP loan to cover part or all of your tuition. Fees are subject to change annually.

Scholarships

We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.

Looking for clarification on fees or scholarships?

Enquire with our student consultants and schedule a call to get your questions answered.

Structure
Entry Requirements
Fees

Structure

This course is structured in three parts: Part A. Business management foundation, Part B. Specialisation studies, and Part C. Application studies.

All students complete Part C. Depending upon prior qualifications, you may receive credit for Part A or Part B or both.

Note: If you are eligible for credit for prior studies, you may elect not to receive the credit.

Part A. Business management foundation: 4 units (24 points)

These units will introduce you to business management practice at an advanced graduate level. They are designed to extend your ability to manage an organisation while building on existing professional work experience.

Leadership for organisational advancement

Strategic management for agile organisations

Innovation and new value creation

Financial management and resource utilisation

Part B. Applied Analytics: 4 units (24 points)

The focus of these units is to develop your expertise in Applied Analytics and provide the knowledge and skills needed to work across the borders of context or discipline.

Collaborative and reproducible practices

Data visualisation and analytics

Introduction to accounting analytics

Predictive analytics in business

Part C. Application studies: 4 units (24 points)

Undertake professional and project work that can contribute to a portfolio of professional development.

Business transformation

Industry project 1

Industry project 2

Professional development

Entry Requirements

An Australian bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or an equivalent qualification and achieved a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 60 or an equivalent Grade Point Average as determined by the Monash Business School.

OR

An Australian bachelor’s degree and achieved a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 60 or an equivalent Grade Point Average as approved by the Monash Business School, plus two years relevant work experience.

Cognate background required

Entry into the Master of Business Management specialising in Applied Analytics requires a cognate Analytics background.

Cognate requirements are a completed undergraduate or postgraduate qualification or significant work experience (that can be assessed by the faculty.)

Contact the Monash online team for more information.

English requirements

Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements apply for admission to Monash University Australia.

Fees

For the Master of Business Management, the estimated cost is $4,125.00 per unit. You may be eligible to receive a FEE-HELP loan to cover part or all of your tuition. Fees are subject to change annually.

Scholarships

We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.

Business Management online at Monash

Undertake a master’s degree online with the elite Monash Business School, which is ranked among the top 1 per cent of business schools in the world and is a holder of triple crown accreditation.

You’ll take advanced foundational units and gain digital-focused specialist knowledge through application units before capping your professional development portfolio through career-driven industry projects. This course allows you to deep dive into a specialisation of your choice, giving you a rounded and flexible graduate qualification.

Meet your academic team

Associate Professor Jonathan Matheny

Jonathan Matheny is the Director of Program Development for Leadership and Executive Education. He leads the development of new programs and teaches personal development, leadership and organisational change. He has led academic programs and lectures across North America, Europe and Asia.

Professor Richard Hall

Richard Hall is the Deputy Dean of Leadership and Executive Education. His research is in management and organisational studies, including leadership, technology and organisational change and the future of work. He is the Co-editor of Leadership Development and Practice, and his research has been published internationally.

Dr Andrea Fenton

Dr Andrea Fenton is a Senior Teaching Fellow in Leadership and Executive Education at the Monash Business School. Andrea has a long association with Monash University, having completed her Master of Business here in 2006 and teaching undergraduate and postgraduate subjects for the past six years.

Monash has propelled my career to new heights I never thought possible.

Sarah

Monash Online student

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Industry insights

Business managers who are confident drawing on data insights are in high demand, especially those who can communicate the business value of data to key strategic decision-makers. There are a range of diverse roles for business managers who bring an applied analytics perspective to their career, including:

Business Analytics Professional
Business Insights Executive
Consultant
Customer Insights Officer
Database Analyst
Investment Specialist.

4.1 stars out of 5
Business managers rate their job satisfaction as very high.

6.2% job growth is expected for business manager roles over the next five years.

$103,000 is the most common salary for a business manager in Australia.

What is the difference between the Master of Business Management and Master of Enterprise?

The Master of Business Management aims to equip you with the knowledge you need to navigate a management role within your current discipline.

Alternatively, the Master of Enterprise is a broad, future-focused degree that aims to expand your knowledge outside your current discipline.

Will the specialist study show up on my transcript?

No. The specialist study will not show up on your transcript.

What is the difference between the Graduate Certificate of Business Management and MBA (Digital)?

The Master of Business Management provides students with advanced foundational knowledge required to navigate senior management roles within a specific specialisation or department. Course content builds on project work and skills to manage organisations, with students undertaking study in their chosen area of specialisation. The MBA (Digital) is designed for students with previous managerial experience who are looking to progress their careers into higher management roles. Course content focuses on strategic leadership, decision-making across key business areas and professional development.