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Global Executive MBA with Data Science
The Data-Driven Frontier: Unleash Business Success with Data Science
Our 100% Online GEMBA with Data Science is tailored for the visionaries of tomorrow's data-driven world.
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Don't just decipher data; at UH Online you can forge a data-led future in real-time.
Become a data pioneer with UH Online's Global Executive MBA in Data Science. This innovative, fully online master's programme integrates core MBA principles with cutting-edge data science expertise. Explore how you can leverage data as your competitive edge, accelerating your journey through the business landscape with indispensable technical skills, business acumen, and the capacity to turn data into business insights.
The University of Hertfordshire Business School, is a proud affiliate of the AACSB alliance and Chartered Management Institute (CMI).
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Data-Driven Career Advancement
With a strong emphasis on data-driven decision-making, this programme equips you to excel in your current role by harnessing the power of data. You'll take the lead in data science projects, unlock invaluable insights from big data sets, and drive transformative change within your organisation. Whether you're in finance, healthcare, marketing, or any other industry, this program empowers you to leverage data as a strategic asset and catapult your career to the next level.
Transition to Data Science
Ready to embrace a data-centric career? This fully online distance learning programme provides the way forward. Shift into data science roles, explore opportunities in data analysis, machine learning, or data strategy, and shape a successful data-focused career. Career options include Data Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, and Data Analyst.
Entrepreneurship in Data Science
Have dreams of launching your own data-driven venture? The Global Executive MBA with Data Science equips you with not just data skills but also the entrepreneurial expertise needed to thrive in today's digital landscape. With this unique skill set, you can create and lead innovative businesses, disrupt industries, and make a lasting impact. Become a Data Science Entrepreneur, Chief Data Officer, or Founder of a Data-Driven Startup. Shape the future with your data-driven ideas.
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Taught by expert faculty with industry experience
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Core Modules
Data Analytics and Data-Driven Decision Making (15 Credits)
The module will develop knowledge and understanding of a range of analytical tools used in businessmanagement today. Students will be presented with the importance of business problem formulation and will be guided to shape business problems as analytical models. The module will include a range of tools and techniques to solve the business analytical models with an emphasis on the interpretation of the results generated through the solution process. The difficulties and limitations associated with the formulation and solutions process will be presented including their implications to the business decision making process. Students will be encouraged to use appropriate software to solve the models.
Principles of Data Science (15 Credits)
The aims of this module are to enable students to gain an understanding of the relationship with mathematic fundamentals and data science. Additionally, this module aims to enable students to gain a systematic understanding of key issues associated with data science. The module also aims to enable students to apply appropriate algorithms, fundamental statistical and data analysis techniques to the solution of data science problems.
Strategic People Management (15 Credits)
The aims of this module are to enable students to analyse and evaluate different perspectives on, and approaches to, the management of people to understand how effective people and/or talent management contributes to organisational success.
Strategic Management (15 Credits)
The aims of this module are to enable students to explore how changes in the complex and unpredictable global, national and operational environment impact organisational decision making while critically examining how vital resources and capabilities are utilised to develop sustainable competitive advantage.
Organisational Development and Change (15 Credits)
The aims of this module are to enable students to critically examine and reflect upon the complexities of organisational change, design and development. Students will develop insights to enable understanding, knowledge and skills for developing change.
Financial Analysis for Decision Making (15 Credits)
The aims of this module are to enable students to appreciate the principles, scope and limitations of accounting information from the viewpoint of practicing managers and be able to evaluate financial data. Students should be able to hold intelligent discussions with financial partners and appreciate an overview of financial information without getting lost in the details.
Entrepreneurial Marketing (15 Credits)
The aims of this module are to enable students to gain a critical understanding of the innovation processes for identifying and exploiting new market opportunities within established businesses and/or new ventures.
Leadership in a Global Environment (15 Credits)
The aims of this module are to enable students to explore how their skills and attributes are informed by leadership and management theories, reflecting on practice when managing and leading people within an international and/or multi-cultural context.
Final Research Project
Final Research Project (60 Credits)
The aims of this module are to enable students to design and conduct an independent research project (either primary and/or secondary) with the intention of investigating and strategically enhancing an area of business relevant to their chosen degree pathway.
The entry requirements for the programme are:
The entry requirements for the programme are:
- A Bachelor’s degree in a business or non-business-related subject area at a level equivalent to a UK second class Honours degree.
- Three years’ professional experience is required.
- For International applicants whose first language is not English, IELTS score of 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in any band), or equivalent.
- The school will consider non-standard applicants who can demonstrate that they have relevant (to pathway) work experience for a period of 5 years via a Curriculum Vitae and/or LinkedIn profile.
The supporting documents for the programme are:
The supporting documents for the programme are:
- Bachelor’s degree (where applicable) at a level equivalent to a UK second class Honours degree.
- A reference letter from a current or previous manager or HR department or person in a position of authority is required as supporting evidence.
- Personal identification documents e.g passport or ID.
- A personal statement (approx. 3-500 words) and/or video presentation about why you want to study this programme.
- Proof of English Language Proficiency (POE) where applicable.
- POE exemption may be offered to students. Please speak to a Student Success Consultant to discover whether you are eligible for an exemption.
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