This Master’s Degree in Data Analytics and Project Management gives deep knowledge of data analysis and the tools used to improve processes and decision making in companies and organisations. It covers data collection, interpretation, analysis and the presentation of findings in reports. Oulu University of Applied Sciences says data analysts also use their skills for competitive analysis and identifying trends.
The programme is 90 ECTS credits for the Business Administration route and 60 ECTS credits for the Engineering route. The Business Administration structure includes advanced professional studies, free choice studies and a thesis. The Engineering structure includes advanced professional studies, free choice studies and a thesis. The thesis project focuses on pragmatic planning and implementation of development work for a company, with emphasis on applying data analysis in decision-making.
The programme is taught in English and is delivered online. Oulu University of Applied Sciences states that internationalisation is taken into account in planning and teaching, and that cooperation with international partner universities is possible. The degree is a post-graduate degree and the page says previous skills in computer programming with some high level language are required.
Modules
- Advanced professional studies
- Free choice studies
- Thesis
