Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics

Course details

The Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics programme will equip you to enter the world of data analytics through building a foundation of strong statistical knowledge, developing problem-solving skills for business analysis, and helping you understand and use business data to deliver better decision-making.

There are fantastic career prospects in this area and as a graduate of this course you will be able to:

• Develop core skills to carry out effective data analysis utilising descriptive and inferential statistics within business.
• Solve real business problems using generally accepted practices in the field of business analysis.
• Use relevant modelling, programming, data storage, and computational techniques.
• Communicate effectively the results of data analysis.
• Apply analytical thinking techniques, communication, and interaction skills to support decision making.
• Apply data-mining and knowledge discovery techniques to process datasets from multiple diverse data sources.

Course Content

This Higher Diploma will give you the technical skills in areas like statistics, programming, database management and data mining in addition to business skills such as communication that will help you make an impact and equip you for a wide range of roles, particularly those associated with ‘big data’.

Indicative content for each module on the Higher Diploma is as follows:

Semester 1

• Introduction to Data Analytics
• Business Analysis and Problem-Solving Techniques
• Business Data Analysis
• Programming for Big Data

Semester 2

• Data and Web Mining
• Advanced Business Data Analysis
• Communication Skills – Enhance your personal impact
• Project

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Higher Diploma in Business Analytics, learners will be able to:

• Explain the principles and uses of descriptive statistics and inferential statistics.
• Carry out analyses based on descriptive and inferential statistics within a business context.
• Solve real business problems using generally accepted practices in the field of business analysis.
• Develop analytical skills that enable learners to address business problems.
• Decide what analytical tools would be most useful and what data structure is needed to address real business problems.
• Communicate the results of data analysis.
• Make use of data and web mining tools.
• Use data analysis skills to solve a real world problem in a Capstone project

Who Should Attend

The programme is ideal for those who require an understanding of data analysis for their roles in finance or related areas. Applicants holding an honours degree (level 8 or equivalent) in any discipline will be considered for this programme. Candidates will ideally be able to demonstrate technical or mathematical problem solving skills as part of previous programme learning. The programme is particularly suitable for those with numeracy skills who wish to work as data analysts, business analysts, or to enter into management roles across a range of sectors. You do not need to have previously studied programming. However, given the timeframe and the amount of technical and statistical content applicants should be prepared to fully commit to the programme.