M.Sc. Programmes
DEGREE PROGRAMMES
M.Sc. BUSINESS ANALYTICS
M.Sc. Business Analytics
The US BLS projects that demand for management analysts will increase by 11% from 2021 to 2031, which is much faster than average for all occupations.
M.Sc. Business Analytics is a UGC-approved five-semester Work Integrated Learning Programme offered by BITS Pilani and designed for working professionals who are aspiring for a rapid career progression in the high-growth areas of Business Analytics and Big Data, and wish to stand out in highly competitive workplaces by acquiring a prestigious Master’s level qualification from a premier institution.
M.Sc. Business Analytics is a BITS Pilani Work Integrated Learning Programme (WILP). BITS Pilani Work Integrated Learning Programmes are UGC approved.
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- Programme Highlights
- UGC Approval
- Programme Curriculum
- Learning Methodology
- Eligibility Criteria
- Fee Structure
- How to Apply
Programme Highlights
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The programme is of five semesters, with online classes conducted mostly on weekends or after business hours. You can pursue the programme without any career break.
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The students have access to the state-of-the-art remote labs that can help the students perform data analysis and visualization using latest contemporary software tools.
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Practitioner-oriented insights from industry experts will help you develop solutions to real-world problems using cutting edge analytical techniques.
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The Dissertation (Project Work) in the final semester enables students to apply concepts and techniques learnt during the programme.
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The programme uses a Continuous Evaluation System that assesses the learners over convenient and regular intervals. Such a system provides timely and frequent feedback and helps busy working professionals stay on course with the programme.
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The education delivery methodology is a blend of classroom and experiential learning. Experiential learning consists of lab exercises, assignments, case studies, simulations and work integrated learning activities.
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Participants who successfully complete the programme will become members of an elite & global community of BITS Pilani Alumni.
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Option to submit fee using easy-EMI with 0% interest and 0 down payment.
UGC Approval
BITS Pilani is an Institution of Eminence under UGC (Institution of Eminence Deemed to be Universities) Regulations, 2017. The Work Integrated Learning Programmes (WILP) of BITS Pilani constitutes a unique set of educational offerings for working professionals. WILP are an extension of programmes offered at the BITS Pilani Campuses and are comparable to our regular programmes both in terms of unit/credit requirements as well as academic rigour. In addition, it capitalises and further builds on practical experience of students through high degree of integration, which results not only in upgradation of knowledge, but also in up skilling, and productivity increase. The programme may lead to award of degree, diploma, and certificate in science, technology/engineering, management, and humanities and social sciences. On the recommendation of the Empowered Expert Committee, UGC in its 548th Meeting held on 09.09.20 has approved the continued offering of BITS Pilani’s Work Integrated Learning programmes.
Programme Curriculum
The coursework requirement for the programme would consist of a set of core courses and electives. Core courses are compulsory for all participants, while electives can be chosen based on individual learning preferences.
First semester
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Marketing
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Management Information Systems
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Models and Applications in Operational Research
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Introduction to Statistical Methods
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Marketing Models
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Retail Analytics
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Supply Chain Analytics
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Real-time Analytics
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Text Analytics
Choice of Electives is made available to enrolled students at the beginning of each semester. A limited selection of Electives will be offered at the discretion of the Institute.
Learning Methodology
ATTEND ONLINE LECTURES OVER WEEKENDS
Lectures are conducted live via online classes. These lectures can be attended via the internet using a computer from any location. These online classrooms offer similar levels of interactivity as regular classrooms at the BITS Pilani campus.
The class schedule is announced within 1 week of completion of the admission process.
The online lectures are conducted usually over weekends for a total of 7-8 hours per week. If you miss a lecture, you can also access the recorded lecture on the internet.
DIGITAL LEARNING
Learners can access engaging learning material at their own pace which includes recorded lectures from BITS Pilani faculty members, course handouts and recorded lab content where applicable
PROJECT WORK
During the final semester participants carryout a semester-long intensive project work applying the various concepts learnt throughout the program guided by the organisation mentor and supervisor. Participants are provided access to virtual labs where applicable, and faculty expertise to support the project work.
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
The programme emphasises on Experiential Learning that allows learners to apply concepts learnt in the classroom in simulated, and real work situations.
This is achieved through the exposure to contemporary software packages in the Analytics Lab that can be accessed remotely by the students.
Case Studies and Assignments: Carefully chosen real-world cases & assignments are both discussed and used as problem-solving exercises during the programme
CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT
Continuous Assessment includes graded Assignments/ Quizzes, Mid-semester exam, and Comprehensive Exam.
Eligibility Criteria
Employed professionals holding B.Tech., B.E., M.Sc., MCA or equivalent in relevant disciplines with at least 60% aggregate marks + Any full-time employee who has received the first appraisal rating of “Good Performance” or above in the last annual performance appraisal cycle are eligible to apply.
The above are only the minimum criteria to apply. The final decision to offer admission to an applicant rests with BITS Pilani which will be made based on an overall review of your application information.
It is strongly advised to refer and check HCL's policy details and other Eligibility Criteria of the programme before applying, as all fees are non-refundable.
Fee Structure
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The following fees schedule is applicable for candidates seeking new admission during the academic year 2024-25
Application Fees (one time) : INR 1,500
Admission Fees (one time) : INR 16,500
Semester Fees (per semester) : INR 66,750
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The one-time Application Fee is to be paid at the time of submitting the Application Form through the Online Application Centre.
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Admission Fee (one-time) and Semester Fee (for the First Semester) are to be paid together once admission is offered to the candidate. Thus, a candidate who has been offered admission will have to pay Rs. 83,250/-. You may choose to make the payment using Netbanking/ Debit Card/ Credit Card through the Online Application Centre.
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Semester Fee for subsequent semesters will only be payable later, i.e. at the beginning of those respective semesters.
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Any candidate who desires to discontinue from the programme after confirmation of admission & registration for the courses specified in the admit offer letter will forfeit the total amount of fees paid.
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All the above fees are non-refundable.
How to Apply
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Click here to visit the Online Application Center. Create your login at the Online Application Center by entering your official HCL Email ID only and create a password of your choice. Once your login has been created, you can anytime access the Online Application Center using your official email ID and password.
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Begin by clicking on Step 1 - ‘Fill/ Edit and Submit Application Form’. This will enable you to select the programme of your choice. After you have chosen your programme, you will be asked to fill your details in an online form. You must fill all details and press ‘Submit’ button given at the bottom of the form.
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Now, click on 'Pay Application Fee’ to pay INR 1,500/- using Netbanking/ Debit Card/ Credit Card
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Finally, click on 'Upload & Submit All Required Documents’. This will allow you to upload one-by-one all the mandatory supporting documents such academic certificates and transcripts, photograph, etc. and complete the application process. Acceptable file formats for uploading these documents are .DOC, .DOCX, .PDF, .ZIP and .JPEG
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Upon receipt of your Application Form and all other enclosures, the Admissions Cell will scrutinise them for completeness, accuracy and eligibility.
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Admission Cell will intimate selected candidates by email within two weeks of submission of application with all supporting documents. The selection status can also be checked by logging in to the Online Application Centre.
