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Master In Business Analytics And Data Science

Master In Business Analytics And Data Science

Overview

Data constitute the most precious resource in today’s digital economy and represent an asset of primary importance to drive key decisions, optimise actions, improve performance across all business functions, and pave the way to innovation. These goals can be met only when data are converted into information leading to actionable insights.

We’ve designed our Master in Business Analytics and Data Science to meet market demand and to train a new generation of data-savvy professionals to be able to manage complex analytical business problems across different industries and environments.

Are you ready to kick-start your career in data science? If so, download our brochure and discover our Master in Business Analytics and Data Science

Is it right for me?

You are an ideal candidate for the Master in Business Analytics and Data Science if you:

have a background in computer science, economics, engineering or management. We also welcome backgrounds from mathematics, science, or statistics;

Please note that we’ve designed this programme for recent graduates with ideally no more than 3 years of work experience. If you have more experience, you might also like to take a look at our International MBA programmes.

Why choose this master?

The Master in Business Analytics and Data Science is unique for the following reasons:

A programme that responds to market demands:

According to a report from the World Economic Forum, the employment of data analysts and scientists, is expected to grow on average by 30% by 2027. Moreover, data literacy will be the most in-demand skill by 2030.

Practice-based learning:

Our Master in Business Analytics and Data Science includes more than 40 hours of laboratory content, classes with managers, challenges and hackathons. Moreover, thanks to our Faculty connection with the Big Data Analytics & Business Intelligence Observatory, you’ll be at the cutting edge of research. Dive into dedicated lectures and seminars on ICTs for big data analysis and managemen.

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Programme structure

Our Master in Business Analytics and Data Science is a 12-month Master programme offered by POLIMI Graduate School of Management.

At POLIMI GSoM your learning journey goes beyond lectures and textbooks, as we have designed a transformational path that will allow you to embark on a journey towards professional and personal fulfilment.

Start and End of courses may vary.

Moreover, a second year at EDHEC Business School awaits you. After successfully completing our Master in Business Analytics and Data Science, you will be able to attend two semesters at EDHEC Business School and obtain a Master of Science in Strategy, Organization & Consulting.

Want to learn what hands-on activities await you? Found out more by downloading our brochure.

Our services

Throughout your journey you will have the chance to be inspired by the vibrant cultural atmosphere of Milan, Italy. You will be able to enjoy leisure activities while immersing yourself in one of the most important centres worldwide for international business, with a rich entrepreneurial network that also serves as a backdrop to some of the most important international events.

To enable you to do so, we offer you a wide range of services to ease your path as you settle into your life in a new city and live the POLIMI GSoM experience. Discover all our services, ranging from housing to Italian courses by consulting the following ranging from housing to Italian courses by consulting the following website

Career

YOUR CAREER PATH

The Career Development Centre provides students with a self-assessment of their skills and an analysis of the job market; candidates will be supported in designing a customised career strategy and an effective action plan, to turn their career aspirations into achievable goals. The Career Development Programme will assist students to develop professional skills and to become successful “Career Leaders”.

Discover more about the services of our Career Development Programme and our Corporate Network

CAREER IMPACT & TOP EMPLOYERS:

Our Master in Business Analytics and Data Science gets you ready for a variety of roles, including:

Data Scientist
Data Analyst
Data Architect

Over 75% of our students* had been offered employment opportunities by the end of the programme, covering positions in a wide range of company sectors such as consulting, luxury, fashion & lifestyle, tech & digital, and many others.

Admissions

Please note that we process applications on a rolling basis, which means that they may close even before the deadlines. Our limited number of seats available in the class means the sooner you apply, the better.

If you are a non-EU candidate, we recommend that you apply at least 3 months before the programme starts, to leave enough time for a Statement of Comparability of your degree and to apply for your student visa.

1. ACTIVATE YOUR APPLICATION AND SUBMIT YOUR DOCUMENTS

Fill in the form at apply.gsom.polimi.it and upload these documents:

your CV in English
university transcripts/mark sheets
bachelor’s/master’s degree (if already available at the time of the application)
copy of your passport or ID
digital picture
letter of reference
motivation letter

Financial Aid Essay (if you’re applying for one of our tuition fee reductions)

English proficiency certificate: IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC or equivalent (if already available at the time of the application)

Pay the Application Fee (EUR €100)

2. SCREENING

We will let you know if you have been selected for a Motivational Interview in English, which we will do online.

Fees and Benefits

The programme costs €25.000. These costs cover the entire length of our programme, but they do not include living and travel expenses. A reduced fee of €13,000 is available for students who have graduated from Politecnico di Milano with a Master of Science degree, no more than 3 years before enrolling in the Master.

We at POLIMI GSoM have partnered with Flywire to accept payments from international students worldwide.

Applicants for the Specialising Masters can apply for fee reductions. These are given out on a first-come, first-served basis, so it’s a good idea to apply early. If you’d like financial aid, you need to request it when you submit your application form – please note that late requests for financial aid won’t be considered.

Please note that we don’t offer full scholarships, and that the DSU and other scholarships offered by Politecnico di Milano and the Italian Government cannot be used for POLIMI GSoM’s programmes.

Discover more about our financial aid opportunities

Hear from our Ambassadors

If you are looking to get in contact with someone who has faced the selection process and completed the programme, then get in touch with our Ambassadors.

They will be more than happy to help you figure out the Master’s professional objectives and give you all the information and insights that you might need before starting your application process.

Meet all our Ambassadors!

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Through this experience, I shifted from being just a contributor to becoming a driver of innovation. And that, I believe, is the essence of modern leadership - being the bridge between vision and execution in a dynamic, interconnected world.

Ekaterina Makarova

Innovation strategy @Pometon S.p.A

Russia