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Master of Science (MSc / MiM) Programme #206 Digital Transformation & Analytics

MSc in Business Analytics

A rigorous Swiss private curriculum synthesizing advanced management theory, quantitative financial rigor, and executive decision science for global leaders.

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Standard Duration 2 Years (4 Semesters)
Academic Credits 120 ECTS Equivalent
Delivery Mode Full-Time / Hybrid
Next Intakes October, February & June
Curriculum Structure

Academic Overview & Focus

The MSc in Business Analytics at Brookfield Business School is constructed to meet the highest European and Swiss benchmarks for executive and postgraduate education. Through an integrated balance of core theoretical frameworks, case analytics, and applied enterprise capstones, students master the discipline of strategic decision-making in volatile operating environments.

Rooted in the academic values of the Canton of Zug, the programme emphasizes fiduciarily responsible leadership, quantitative precision, technological readiness, and ethical corporate stewardship.

Advanced quantitative modeling & valuation
Boardroom strategy & fiduciary governance
Digital transformation & enterprise AI platforms
Cross-border market & geopolitical risk analysis
Modular Breakdown

Curriculum Syllabus by Semester

Semester 1 8 Modules
ANL711 Advanced Theoretical Foundations & Analytical Models in Business Analytics
Theory
Critically evaluate theoretical paradigms, literature schools and axiomatic models governing modern Business Analytics.
ANL712 Advanced Quantitative Methods & Econometric Modeling in Business Analytics
Practical
Derive and estimate multiple regression, panel data models and probabilistic forecasts in Business Analytics.
ANL713 Strategic Corporate Finance & Capital Structure Optimization in Business Analytics
Theory
Evaluate corporate valuation models, optimal debt-equity ratios, cost of capital and dividend policy in Business Analytics.
ANL714 Advanced Financial & Economic Modeling Studio in Business Analytics
Practical
Construct complex Monte Carlo simulations, sensitivity matrices and dynamic valuation models in Business Analytics.
ANL715 Global Market Dynamics, Geopolitical Strategy & Risk in Business Analytics
Theory
Analyze transnational competitive pressures, currency volatility and geopolitical risks affecting Business Analytics.
ANL716 Data Engineering & Advanced Analytics Workshop for Business Analytics
Practical
Extract, clean and visualize large-scale transactional datasets supporting managerial decisions in Business Analytics.
ANL717 Research Epistemology, Scientific Design & Benchmarking in Business Analytics
Theory
Formulate rigorous academic research hypotheses, qualitative/quantitative inquiry designs and sampling in Business Analytics.
ANL718 Swiss & International Corporate Governance, Compliance & Law in Business Analytics
Theory
Examine Swiss corporate law, international trade regulations, fiduciary liability and compliance frameworks in Business Analytics.
Semester 2 8 Modules
ANL721 Deep Specialization & Advanced Topical Seminar in Business Analytics
Theory
Deconstruct state-of-the-art academic breakthroughs and leading corporate practices specific to Business Analytics.
ANL722 Enterprise Applied Practicum & Domain Architecture Studio in Business Analytics
Practical
Engineer a comprehensive departmental or enterprise solution addressing operational bottlenecks in Business Analytics.
ANL723 Digital Transformation, Platform Ecosystems & AI Strategy in Business Analytics
Theory
Formulate enterprise platform strategies, digital business models and artificial intelligence integration in Business Analytics.
ANL724 Strategic Process Automation & Business Intelligence Studio in Business Analytics
Practical
Implement robotic process automation (RPA) and automated decision rules for enterprise workflows in Business Analytics.
ANL725 Organizational Architecture, Culture & Change Enablement in Business Analytics
Theory
Model adaptive organizational structures, sociotechnical change dynamics and talent retention in Business Analytics.
ANL726 Executive Case Study Analysis & Collaborative Solution Lab in Business Analytics
Practical
Analyze Harvard/INSEAD enterprise case studies and present actionable strategic turnaround briefs in Business Analytics.
ANL727 Enterprise Risk Governance, Internal Audit & Operational Resilience in Business Analytics
Theory
Formulate enterprise risk registers, stress test scenarios and business continuity disaster recovery in Business Analytics.
ANL728 Advanced Applied Business Analytics Master's Laboratory: Mid-Year Project
Practical
Deliver an empirically validated proof-of-concept business model or strategic initiative in Business Analytics.
Semester 3 8 Modules
ANL731 Frontiers in Business Analytics: Emerging Innovations & Market Disruption
Theory
Critically assess disruptive technologies, shifting market paradigms and future growth vectors in Business Analytics.
ANL732 Strategic Consulting Workshop & Executive Advisory Studio in Business Analytics
Practical
Structure client engagement charters, problem diagnosis trees and deliver C-suite management advisories in Business Analytics.
ANL733 Corporate Sustainability, ESG Disclosure & Stakeholder Value in Business Analytics
Theory
Audit CSRD/GRI non-financial corporate disclosures and evaluate sustainable supply chain value in Business Analytics.
ANL734 Advanced Statistical Analysis & Econometric Software Lab in Business Analytics
Practical
Execute advanced structural equation modeling (SEM) and factor analysis using R, Stata or Python in Business Analytics.
ANL735 M&A Strategy, Corporate Restructuring & Private Equity in Business Analytics
Theory
Structure private equity buyouts, leveraged recapitalizations and cross-border acquisition terms in Business Analytics.
ANL736 Master's Thesis Research Proposal Formulation & Colloquium in Business Analytics
Practical
Author and orally defend the master's research proposal defining methodology, data sources and scope in Business Analytics.
ANL737 Venture Capital, Commercialization & Corporate Incubation in Business Analytics
Theory
Structure venture investment memos, valuation benchmarks and corporate spin-off licensing models in Business Analytics.
ANL738 Pre-Thesis Field Investigation & Primary Pilot Testing in Business Analytics
Practical
Conduct preliminary corporate interviews, pilot surveys and dataset validation supporting the master's thesis.
Semester 4 8 Modules
ANL741 MSc Business Analytics Dissertation: Research Methodology & Analytical Design
Practical
Establish the formal experimental methodology, data collection protocols and ethical validation in Business Analytics.
ANL742 MSc Business Analytics Dissertation: Empirical Investigation & Data Collection
Practical
Collect and organize primary qualitative and quantitative corporate datasets examining core hypotheses in Business Analytics.
ANL743 MSc Business Analytics Dissertation: Statistical Synthesis & Theoretical Findings
Practical
Execute rigorous empirical statistical analyses, econometric tests and qualitative thematic syntheses in Business Analytics.
ANL744 Critical Literature Review & Theoretical Contributions in Business Analytics
Theory
Synthesize top-tier academic journals (AMJ, SMJ, JOF), identifying theoretical gaps and novel scholarly contributions.
ANL745 Strategic Management Implications & Executive Advisory Playbook in Business Analytics
Practical
Translate empirical research findings into actionable C-suite executive transformation playbooks in Business Analytics.
ANL746 Academic Manuscript Preparation & Peer Review Standards in Business Analytics
Theory
Author a publication-ready academic manuscript adhering to IEEE/ACM or Academy of Management formatting.
ANL747 Final Technical Dissertation Portfolio & Executive Deliverables in Business Analytics
Practical
Package the complete dissertation manuscript, reproducible analytical code, datasets and executive summaries.
ANL748 MSc Business Analytics Thesis Oral Defense & Public Academic Examination
Practical
Defend the novel scientific master's thesis and managerial findings before an academic examination committee.
Professional Placement

Career Trajectory & Placement

Graduates of the MSc in Business Analytics pursue leadership roles across multinational enterprises, Swiss private banking houses, boutique consultancies, and innovative scale-ups.

Target Executive Roles
Chief Executive, Vice President Strategy, Managing Director, Senior Partner, Head of Corporate Governance.
Industry Sectors
Private Banking, FinTech, Global Supply Chain, Luxury Goods, Management Consulting, Healthcare Systems.
Swiss Private Higher Education Regulatory Notice

Brookfield Business School operates as an independent private higher education institute pursuant to Article 20 of the Swiss Federal Constitution (academic freedom) and relevant cantonal legislation in the Canton of Zug. Degrees and qualifications conferred are proprietary private Swiss academic credentials in accordance with Swiss private law.

Admissions Information

Enrolment Details

  • Degree Level Master of Science (MSc / MiM)
  • Duration 2 Years (4 Semesters)
  • Academic Load 120 ECTS Equivalent
  • Delivery Full-Time / Hybrid
  • Next Cohort October, February & June
Eligibility Criteria

Recognized Bachelor Degree in business, economics or quantitative discipline, or relevant professional equivalence. English proficiency IELTS 6.5+ or equivalent.

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