Overview

 Shape the future with the University of Gold Coast’s MBA in Business Intelligence & Analytics – a fast-track, 12-month master’s program crafted for professionals and executives who want to harness the power of data for strategic growth and innovation.

Delivered by the acclaimed Accra Business School, this programme blends flexible delivery, industry-driven content, and global relevance, empowering you to turn information into insight and insight into action.

KEY INFORMATION

Three Recognized Milestones

  • Postgraduate Certificate in Management – Awarded after completing four core modules
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Management – Awarded after eight core modules
  • MBA Degree (Business Intelligence & Analytics) – Awarded after all core and specialisation modules plus a capstone/dissertation

Your achievements are secure at every stage – progress, pause, or accelerate as your schedule allows.

WHY STUDY THIS MBA AT UGC
  1. Accelerated and Flexible: Graduate in just 12 months with modular, blended learning—designed for busy professionals.
  2. Industry-Driven Curriculum: Co-developed with leading data analysts, consultants, and tech professionals.
  3. Global & Local Focus: Gain mastery of the tools, trends, and ethical dimensions shaping Africa’s and the world’s data revolution.
  4. Christian Ethical Foundation: Apply analytics responsibly for positive, ethical business impact.
  5. Dynamic Network: Connect with business analysts, data scientists, entrepreneurs, and executive leaders across multiple industries.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
  1. Second Class Lower or better in any recognized degree (business or non-business)
  2. Third Class degree holders with relevant experience and an interview
  3. Professional qualifications – requires GTEC evaluation.
PROGRAMME CONTENT

Duration: 12 Months (Three Trimesters)

Core Modules 

  1. Strategic Management
  2. Financial Management
  3. Marketing Management
  4. Operations Management
  5. Business Intelligence
  6. Organisational Behaviour & HR Management
  7. Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility
  8. Research Methods

Specialisation Modules

  1. Data Ethics and Governance
  2. Advanced Data Analytics
  3. Advanced Business Intelligence and Data Visualization
  4. Data Mining and Machine Learning
  5. Big Data Technologies and Applications
  6. Strategic Decision-Making with Data

Capstone/Dissertation: Apply advanced analytics and business intelligence tools to solve real-world business problems, delivering strategic insights and value.

    CAREER PATHWAYS
    • Business Intelligence Manager or Analyst
    • Data Analytics & Insights Leader
    • Operations & Strategy Manager
    • Digital Transformation Consultant
    • Data Scientist (with additional technical training)
    • Analytics-Driven Entrepreneur
    • Technology, Marketing, and Financial Analyst