The main aim of the Diploma in Data Analytics is to give students the knowledge and practical insight into the workings of the business analytics industry. In particular, students will get an insight into how big data is managed and useful information extracted to better make informed decisions. Holders of the Diploma will be able to demonstrate detailed knowledge and critical understanding of the major concepts in big data management.

The Diploma in Data Analytics aims to:

• Develop students’ competence and practical skills in big data management.
• To lay the foundation for future pathway and continuing professional development.
• To provide students with the relevant knowledge and understanding of big data management as it relates to the wider business context
• The knowledge and skills that will enable them to follow a career in all areas of business analytics and a wide range of careers in business, finance, marketing, logistics and administration.

Graduates of the Diploma in Data Analytics should be able to provide pivotal support to various departments within an organisation across all industries. In particular, their practical knowledge of the big data management and its application in the business environment will make Graduates of the Diploma in Data Analytics valuable members of any organisation.

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

• demonstrate relevant business analytics knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of big data management which will equip them with an awareness of the operation of analytics in all aspects of their careers
• demonstrate proficiency in identifying analytical issues and know how to use the their knowledge effectively across a range of problems
• interpret situations which require analytical input and contribute meaningful and calculated solutions in a timely manner
• effectively communicate information, arguments and analysis in a variety of forms to specialist and non-specialist audience
• demonstrate cognitive skills of critical thinking, analysis and synthesis
• demonstrate effective problem solving and decision making using appropriate quantitative and qualitative skills including identifying, formulating and solving problems
• take and demonstrate responsibility for their own learning and continuing personal and professional development
• undertake further training, develop existing skills and acquire new competences that will enable them to assume significant responsibility within organisations