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Masters (MSc) in Business Analytics: Operational Research and Risk Analysis
With MSc Business Analytics, you will learn the fundamental theories, approaches and analytical toolkit of data analytics, decision sciences, applied operational research and statistics. You will apply this knowledge to real-life scenarios to enhance your learning.
This course is ranked 4th in the UK and 20th in the world (QS Business Masters Rankings 2025)
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MSc Business Analytics: Operational Research and Risk Analysis / Application and selection
Year of entry: 2026
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How to apply
Staged admissions
We operate a staged admissions process for this course, see more information on how to apply and our deadlines.
Advice to applicants
Your statement of purpose should cover the areas outlined below:
- Tell us why you are interested in the MSc Analytics: Operational Research and Risk Analysis course at Alliance MBS and how the course will impact on your future
- Please list any other quantitative courses or qualifications you have taken in addition to your undergraduate degree
- Describe what makes you an outstanding applicant and describe your potential to contribute to all aspects of the course.
How your application is considered
We can only process applications with the following documents:
- valid English language qualification
- first and second year transcript (scanned copies are accepted at the time of application)
- statement of purpose (this is included as part of your application form, you do not need to email your statement of purpose directly to the Admissions Team)
Deferrals
To defer your offer to the following year, you must contact your admission officer to get a copy of the deferral form. You can only defer your place for one year.
Re-applications
If you applied in the previous year and your application was not successful you may apply again. Your application will be considered against the standard course entry criteria for that year of entry. In your new application you should demonstrate how your application has improved. We may draw upon all information from your previous applications or any previous registrations at the University as a student when assessing your suitability for your chosen course.