POSTGRADUATE STUDY

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (GLOBAL) AND MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS ANALYTICS DUAL DEGREE

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MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (GLOBAL) AND MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS ANALYTICS DUAL DEGREEStudy a dual degree in Australia and the USA, and graduate with two masters qualifications in two years: a Master of Business Administration (Global) and a Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA).

In your first year of study, complete your first eight courses at the University of Newcastle, Australia as part of the MBA (Global), then progress into the MSBA and study at the Feliciano School of Business - Montclair State University, New Jersey, USA, where you will complete the remaining 10 courses of your dual degree.

In only two years of study, you can achieve two masters qualifications – one from Australia and one from the US. It would normally take over three years to complete both as stand-alone degrees.

Experience life in two different cities on opposite sides of the world – study your first year in Newcastle and your second year in New Jersey.

The Newcastle Business School and Feliciano School of Business both hold AACSB Accreditation, earned by fewer than 5% of the world’s Business Schools.

WHY STUDY THIS DUAL DEGREE?

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (GLOBAL) The exclusive MBA (Global) at the University of Newcastle, is designed for recent graduates in any discipline looking to develop business leadership and management skills.

This program provides you with an in-depth understanding of business globalisation and its complex effects on stakeholders, societies and economies. The MBA (Global) will provide you with a global mindset and interpersonal skills that will enable you to successfully work across countries, cultures and contexts.

Taking an active learning approach, content emphasises linking concepts and theories learnt in the classroom to real-world examples in different contexts, industries and countries.

Gain work experience through your study – the program focusses on building employability skills through a blend of relevant theory, your active learning and the experience of an internship.

Extend your current undergraduate qualification – The University of Newcastle welcomes students from all disciplinary backgrounds looking to develop a global mindset and management skills.

Study in a uniquely beautiful location in Australia – the MBA (Global) is offered full-time and delivered face-to-face in our world-class, purpose-built facility, NeW Space. NeW Space is a $95 million landmark education precinct located in Newcastle, Australia, that harnesses the latest in technology and innovation in teaching and learning, providing the ideal environment for you to excel in your studies.

Study closer to opportunity and make strong industry connections – by studying in NeW Space, in the heart of Newcastle, not only will you have a strong connection to the city, you will also be intrinsically connected to our strong business and industry networks. Our highly qualified teaching staff are the direct brokers to the local and national networks, which allows you to make real connections which translate into tangible employment opportunities.

Study the following courses as part of the MBA (Global):

• Globalisation in Business

• International Accounting

• Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship

• Leading and Managing People

• Twenty First Century Marketing Management

• Global Financial Management

• Managing Across Cultures

• Macroeconomics for Managers

• Competitive Dynamics and Global Strategy

• International Study Tour

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS ANALYTICS (MSBA)The MSBA at Feliciano School of Business, Montclair State University is designed to meet the growing demand for business analytics professionals and prepares you to influence decision-making, strategy and operations with timely, fact-based insights and knowledge.

Big data and business analytics are transforming business. Business analytics professionals transform data into intelligence that leads to improvements in financial performance, strategic management, operational efficiency, and customer loyalty and retention. As the volume and variety of data and information grows, so does the demand for qualified professionals with deep analytical experience across roles, functions and departments in every organisation.

If you have an interest in applying quantitative methods, exploring and uncovering relationships through data analysis, and using data to solve business problems, the Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) program will prepare you for success in this emerging field.

Build strong industry connections – you will gain a competitive advantage with an industry-aligned curriculum, experiential learning opportunities, and a global network of experts and employers.

Solve real-world business issues – you will strategically apply analytics to real-world business issues, diagnose business problems, develop actionable recommendations, and effectively communicate results to business leaders. You will emerge with the analytics expertise to solve complex problems from multiple perspectives, making you the strategic asset companies want to hire.

Take advantage of professional opportunities – you can pursue job opportunities across a spectrum of industries and functions, including consumer research, finance, marketing, supply chain, healthcare, risk prediction, security, fraud detection, retail sales analysis, market research and insurance analysis. Business analytics professionals may also serve as internal consultants on a range of projects within their organisation. You will be well prepared to succeed in diverse industries and across business functions.

Gain a competitive advantage – the program provides a strong foundation in data analytics, statistical and predictive modelling, analysing structured and unstructured data, enterprise architecture, data management, knowledge discovery, pricing analytics, analytical reporting, segmentation analysis, and data visualisation. The required core courses supply depth of knowledge in the use of analytics to identify trends and patterns and refine and develop strategies suggested by the data. The program culminates with an applied industry based practicum.

Post study work opportunities in the USA – as the MSBA is classified by the US Government as a STEM program, international students who graduate from the program are able to live and work in the USA for up to three years upon graduation.