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COMP5000
Software Development and Databases 20 credits

The critical first part of a data science project is extracting and cleaning the data (dealing with missing values, for example.) In this module you will be taught how to use a programming language to do common data science tasks, such as data cleaning, and how to build a Graphical User Interface to a program. You will also learn the design of relational databases, and the extraction of data from a database using SQL.

MATH514
Contemporary Issues in Data Science

Leading experts will tell you about a range of "hot topics" in Data Science. These may include social media analytics, predicting financial time series, decision making for healthcare, risk management in industry, and monitoring and enhancing sustainable development. You will gain valuable insights about contemporary issues that will put you at the cutting edge of current practice, and so make you highly employable.

PROJ518
MSc Dissertation and Research Skills 60 credits

This module enables students to undertake an independent research project, applying the knowledge and skills developed throughout their MSc studies. Under academic supervision, students will apply appropriate methodologies, carry out in-depth analysis, and present their findings in a well-structured dissertation that demonstrates critical thinking, technical ability, and academic rigour.

MATH525
Business Analytics

You鈥檒l discover how data can drive smart strategies in finance and business. You鈥檒l learn where business data comes from, how to analyse it effectively, and how to use insights gained from your analyses to make confident and informed strategic decisions. From predicting trends to solving complex challenges, you鈥檒l gain the skills needed to guide real-world business strategy - and stand out in a data-driven world.

MATH517
Big Data Visualisation and Analytics 20 credits

There is an ever increasing amount of Big Data available. You will learn state-of-the-art techniques for extracting valuable information and insights from Big Data. We'll teach you professional software to clean, visualize and analyse complicated datasets. We'll also provide you with experience of professional reporting your Big Data analyses.

MATH518
Applied Data Modelling and Artificial Intelligence 20 credits

We'll teach you state-of-the-art modelling and analytics techniques for Data Science, so that you can provide informed strategic advice in a broad range of business and related situations. You'll meet techniques to extract knowledge from data and to update that knowledge when new observations become available. We'll also discuss popular Machine Learning algorithms for making classification decisions.

PROJ519
MSc Dissertation and Research Skills 60 credits

This module enables students to undertake an independent research project, applying the knowledge and skills developed throughout their MSc studies. Under academic supervision, students will apply appropriate methodologies, carry out in-depth analysis, and present their findings in a well-structured dissertation that demonstrates critical thinking, technical ability, and academic rigour.

ACF7003
International Finance

This module will provide you with a wide perspective on international finance and how this relates to foreign exchange markets, derivatives markets and international parity theories. You will also undertake a thorough examination of managing currency risks with modern instruments of hedging.

ACF7004
Analysis of Financial Statements

This module will provide you with a broad overview of the financial reporting environment in which companies operate. You will be introduced to the analytical tools, which can be used to assess and compare companies within specific sectors. The concept of corporate governance and its impact on companies鈥� results and reputation will also be examined.

MKT7004
Social Media Theory and Practice

This module exposes students to key concepts and theories relating to online communities and social networking. The module will provide the academic and conceptual basis for the development of effective social media engagement strategies such as, social media user behaviour, online community and personalisation.

STO7002
Current Issues in International Business

This module provides you with the opportunity to examine a range of contemporary issues within the context of International Business. The module adopts a cross-disciplinary approach, enabling discussion and debate within a range of stakeholder perspectives.

STO7006
Operations and Project Management

This module will focus on the key challenges facing Operations and Project Managers. It will examine key topics such as the management of processes, quality improvement, capacity and demand management, project planning, resource scheduling and risk management, along with communication, organisation and leadership. The module provides insights and practical knowledge through the acquisition and application of tools to enable students to lead successful operations and projects.

STO7012
International Business Strategy for Competitive Advantage

Using case studies, you will focus on some of the strategies that have been most successful in achieving international competitive advantage.

ACF7008
Financial Statement Analysis and Valuation

This module will provide you with a broad overview of the financial reporting environment in which companies operate. You will be introduced to the analytical tools, which can be used to assess, value and compare companies within specific sectors. The concept of corporate governance and its impact on companies鈥� results and reputation will also be examined.