Course Overview

About This Course

The Master of Business Analytics (Information Technology) is designed for students with a drive to excel in both business analytics and IT, providing them with the technical and strategic skills needed to thrive in a data-driven world. This carefully structured program, aligned with the Master of Business Analytics (Extension) and the Master of Information Technology (Extension), ensures that graduates develop a comprehensive of knowledge from both fields. The program requires students to choose from our suite of MBA elective subjects, which culminates in a holistic qualification that prepares students for the next stage of their career, equipped to lead and innovate in their chosen field.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Adelaide

132 Grenfell Street, Adelaide, SA 5000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

All students applying to study at Kaplan Business School must satisfy the entry requirements for the desired course.
International entry requirements apply for international students.
Domestic entry requirements apply for domestic students.
English entry requirements apply.
Students may be eligible for credit for academic work previously completed and should apply to the School for this to be recognised as an exemption from individual subjects of study (Recognition of Prior Learning).

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

ICT security specialist, Analyst programmer, Systems engineer, IT project manager

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Computer Society (ACS)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

ACS

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units42 units

DATA4000

Introduction to Business Analytics

Prerequisite: Nil

DATA4100

Data Visualisation and Communication

Prerequisite: Co-req STAM4000

DATA4300

Data Security and Ethics

Prerequisite: Nil

DATA4400

Data-driven Forecasting

Prerequisite: STAM4000, Co-req DATA4100

DATA4800

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Prerequisite: STAM4000, Co-req DATA4100

DATA6000

Analytics Capstone: Industry Research Project

Prerequisite: DATA4400 or DATA4800, must be taken in final or penultimate trimester

STAM4000

Quantitative Methods

Prerequisite: Nil

TECH1100

Professional Practice and Communication in IT

Prerequisite: Nil

TECH1200

Programming in Python

Prerequisite: Nil

TECH1400

Database Design and Management

Prerequisite: Nil

DATA4200

Data Acquisition and Management

Prerequisite: DATA4000

DATA4500

Marketing and Social Media Analytics

Prerequisite: Co-req DATA4000

DATA4600

Business Analytics Project Management

Prerequisite: Co-req DATA4000

DATA4900

Innovation and Creativity in Business Analytics

Prerequisite: Co-req DATA4000

DATA5000

Artificial Intelligence Programming in Business Analytics

Prerequisite: Co-req DATA4800

FINM4100

Analytics in Accounting and Finance

Prerequisite: Co-req STAM4000

INTS4000

Internship

Prerequisite: Nil

TECH1300

Information Systems in Business

Prerequisite: Nil

TECH2100

Information Networks

Prerequisite: Nil

TECH2200

IT Project Management

Prerequisite: TECH1300

TECH2300

Service and Operations Management in IT

Prerequisite: TECH1100

TECH2400

Cyber Security

Prerequisite: TECH1300 & TECH2100

TECH3100

Data Visualisation in R

Prerequisite: TECH1200

TECH3200

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in IT

Prerequisite: TECH1200

TECH3300

Machine Learning Applications

Prerequisite: TECH1200 & TECH1400

TECH4100

UX and Design Thinking

Prerequisite: TECH1100

TECH4200

Website Development

Prerequisite: TECH1200

TECH4300

Mobile Development

Prerequisite: TECH1200

TECH5100

Penetration Testing

Prerequisite: TECH1200 & TECH2400

TECH5200

Digital Forensics

Prerequisite: TECH2400

TECH5300

Bitcoin

Prerequisite: TECH1200

TECH6100

Intermediate Programming

Prerequisite: TECH1200

TECH6200

Advanced Programming

Prerequisite: TECH6100

TECH6300

Algorithms and Data Structures

Prerequisite: TECH1200

MBA401

People, Culture and Contemporary Leadership

Prerequisite: Nil

MBA402

Governance, Ethics and Sustainability

Prerequisite: Nil

MBA403

Financial and Economic Interpretation and Communication

Prerequisite: Nil

MBA404

Consumer Behaviour and Marketing Psychology

Prerequisite: Nil

MBA501

Dynamic Strategy and Disruptive Innovation

Prerequisite: Nil

MBA502

Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Intelligence and Diversity

Prerequisite: Nil

MBA507

Internship 1

Prerequisite: Nil

MBA508

Internship 2

Prerequisite: MBA507

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Master of Business Analytics (Information Technology) take to complete?

The typical duration for the Master of Business Analytics (Information Technology) is 2 years, comprising 6 trimesters, and requires students to accrue a total of 64 credit points across 15 subjects.

What is the structure of the Master of Business Analytics (Information Technology)?

The course consists of 15 subjects: 10 core subjects, 2 IT electives, 1 IT or Business Analytics elective, and 2 MBA electives. Two MBA electives are to be selected from Level 400 and 500 MBA subjects (6 credit points each).

Where is the Master of Business Analytics (Information Technology) offered?

The course is available at Kaplan Business School campuses in Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney.

What are the intake dates for the Master of Business Analytics (Information Technology)?

Students can start the Master of Business Analytics (Information Technology) in March, May, July, September, or November.

What career outcomes can graduates of the Master of Business Analytics (Information Technology) expect?

Graduates of the Master of Business Analytics (Information Technology) are prepared for roles such as ICT security specialist, analyst programmer, systems engineer, and IT project manager.

Application

How to Apply

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $65,000 to $85,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $85,000 to $110,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $110,000 to $150,000 per year

Career Paths

Software Developer / Software EngineerCybersecurity Analyst / Security EngineerData Analyst / Data ScientistCloud Solutions ArchitectNetwork Engineer / Network Administrator

Key Skills

Programming and software development (Python, Java, C++, JavaScript)Database design, management, and SQL queryingCybersecurity principles, threat detection, and risk managementCloud computing and platform management (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)Systems analysis and design

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