Master of Business Analytics and Master of Information Technology in Networking
Master of Business Analytics and Master of Information Technology in Networking
Summary The comprehensive, flexible Master of Business Analytics has a strong focus on the real-world application of business analytics tools and techniques. You’ll develop your knowledge of computer programming, databases, applied statistics and machine learning techniques applied to big data. You’ll become adept at recognising the importance of ethical reasoning…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Summary
The comprehensive, flexible Master of Business Analytics has a strong focus on the real-world application of business analytics tools and techniques. You’ll develop your knowledge of computer programming, databases, applied statistics and machine learning techniques applied to big data. You’ll become adept at recognising the importance of ethical reasoning in the solution of analytics-related problems. And you’ll learn how to collaborate effectively with diverse teams to achieve a range of purposes in varied contexts.
In the Master of Information Technology in Networking, you’ll develop an in-depth integrated knowledge of advanced concepts in network and internetwork technologies, and learn how to apply them to solving practical problems in networked IT systems, as well as related topics such as network design and security. If you have undergraduate qualifications in IT, computing or engineering (with suitable units in computer programming), this degree will enable you to transition into the internetworking field.
Key features
Enhance your learning within a unique high-tech precinct
Undertake internships with world-leading organisations in the Macquarie Park Innovation District – right next door to our campus. Use advanced database methodology and data-mining approaches
Develop your understanding of advanced information technology methods and their use in supporting business processes. Attain recognised professional certification
Successfully complete certain units in this degree, and get a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) qualification. Broaden your knowledge and communication skills
Synthesise technical knowledge with management and policy aspects of internetworked systems, and learn to communicate your ideas.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Business development manager
Cloud computing specialist
Consumer analyst
Data analyst
Data visualisation analyst
Financial adviser or analyst
Human resources professional
Information technology analyst
Management consultant
Market analyst
Network administrator
Network analyst
Network and systems engineer
Network architect
Network manager
Public sector adviser
Security consultant
Employers
AT&T Bell Labs
Amazon
Apple
Banks and financial institutions
Business analysis firms
Businesses and corporations
Cisco
Compaq
Consulting firms
EY
Google and other tech organisations
Government agencies and departments
Huawei
IBM
Insurance firms
Marketing and public relations firms
Microsoft
Optus
Retail and e-business companies
Sybase
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.