Business Intelligence, Master of Science

Distance learning program @ IU International University of Applied Sciences 

The English-language Master's programme in Business Intelligence takes only 2-4 semesters in full-time study or 4-8 semesters in part-time study, depending on the prerequisites. You will deal with topics such as Data Query Languages and deepen your knowledge in Big Data Engineering or Applied Data Modelling and Reporting.

At a Glance

University IU International University of Applied Sciences, UAS based in Erfurt
Field of Study Information SciencesData Science & AI
Degree Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Duration 2 Semesters
ECTS 60 Credit Points
Language of Instruction English
Course contents Business Intelligence I, Relational and NoSQL Databases, Data Query Languages, Project: Business Intelligence, Data Warehousing Architecture Types, Seminar: Data Warehouse Approaches and Methodologies, Advanced Research Methods, Elective A, Master Thesis
Electives Applied Data Modeling and Reporting, Storage and Data Provisioning in Data Warehouse Systems, Big Data Engineering
Location online
Enrollment Anytime
Fees
from 329 € monthly
from 10099 € total
More Info https://www.iu-fernstudium.de
  • Master's programme without compulsory attendance at Germany's largest university
  • Start of studies possible at any time, no semester operation
  • Interesting specialisations, for example in Applied Data Modelling and Reporting
  • Master's programme in only 2-4 semesters with 60 ECTS or in 4-8 semesters with 120 ECTS
  • Language of instruction is English throughout

These are the prerequisites for the Master Business Intelligence

With your Master's in Business Intelligence, you will work as a Business Intelligence Analyst, a Business Intelligence Solution Architect or a Data Consultant, for example.

The Master Business Intelligence is offered by the IU International University of Applied Sciences in 2 variants: the 60-ECTS variant lasts 2 semesters in full-time study, the 120-ECTS variant lasts 4 semesters in full-time study.

For both variants, a first degree from a state-recognised or state-run higher education institution is required, such as a Bachelor's or Master's degree. The final grade of your degree should be at least "Satisfactory".

For the 60 ECTS variant, the following is also required:

  • If your first degree comprises 240 ECTS and you can prove at least 1 year of qualified professional experience, you can be enrolled immediately in the Master's programme.
  • If your first degree comprises 210 ECTS and you can demonstrate at least 1 year of qualified professional experience, you can be enrolled immediately in the Master's programme in Business Intelligence.
  • If your first degree comprises 180 ECTS, you must take courses amounting to at least 30 ECTS and additionally provide evidence of at least 1 year of professional experience. Alternatively, you prove at least 2 years of qualified professional experience.

For the 120 ECTS variant, the following is also required:

  • Your first degree should have a major in information science.
  • If your first degree does not have a corresponding focus, you will take a Master's access examination. If you pass this, you will be enrolled in the Master Business Intelligence.

In addition, you prove your English skills via TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English test, Cambridge certificate or similar. If you wish, you can also take a free English course at the IU at level B2.

In addition, you can have extensive prior achievements recognised in order to shorten the study time in the distance learning programme and to save tuition fees. For example, achievements you have made in previous Master's programmes can be recognised. The university can also recognise extensive professional experience in the field of Business Intelligence. It is best to submit your application for recognition together with your application.

This is what you will study in the Business Intelligence online degree programme

This Master's degree at IU comprises about 8-16 modules, which you take and complete in the course of 2-4 semesters of standard study time. Each module has a scope of 5-10 credit points (ECTS) and concludes with an examination such as a term paper or a written exam. In total, you will earn 60-120 credit points from module to module and from semester to semester.

In the 60 ECTS variant, the full-time study programme is structured as follows:

  • Semester 1: Business Intelligence I, Relational and NoSQL Databases, Data Query Languages, Project: Business Intelligence, Data Warehousing Architecture Types, Seminar: Data Warehouse Approaches and Methodologies
  • Semester 2: Advanced Research Methods, Elective A, Master Thesis

As a specialisation, you can choose from these exciting modules: Applied Data Modelling and Reporting, Storage and Data Provisioning in Data Warehouse Systems, Big Data Engineering.

In the 120 ECTS variant, the full-time programme is structured as follows:

  • Semester 3: Business Intelligence I, Concepts in Data Management, Corporate Governance of IT, Compliance and Law, Relational and NoSQL Databases, Data Query Languages, Project: Business Intelligence
  • Semester 4: Seminar: Ethic & Societal Considerations in Data Management, Strategic Management, Data Warehousing Architecture Types, Extract, Transform and Load Technologies, Advanced Research Methods, Seminar: Data Warehouse Approaches and Methodologies
  • Semester 5: Data Modeling and Reporting, Project: Data Modeling and Reporting, Elective A, Elective B
  • Semester 6: Master Thesis

You choose your two specialisations from these study modules: Data Engineer, Big Data Engineering, Big Data, Data Miner, Digital Marketing, Digital Business Models and Change, Technical Project Lead, Digital Business and Entrepeneurship.

This is how flexible the standard period of study is in the Business Intelligence distance learning programme

At IU International University of Applied Sciences, you can choose one of 3 study models for your part-time distance learning programme:

  • In the full-time study, the standard period of study is 2 semesters for the 60 ECTS variant and 4 semesters for the 120 ECTS variant. You can extend the standard period of study by up to 2 semesters at no additional cost. The full-time study programme in Business Intelligence is particularly suitable for those who do not work or only work a few hours a week.
  • In the Part-time study I, the standard period of study is 3 semesters for the 60 ECTS variant and 6 semesters for the 120 ECTS variant. You can extend the standard period of study by up to 2 semesters at no additional cost. Part-time study I is suitable, for example, if you work part-time alongside your studies.
  • In Part-time study II the standard period of study is 4 semesters for the 60 ECTS variant and 8 semesters for the 120 ECTS variant. You can extend the standard period of study by up to 2 semesters at no additional cost. Part-time study II is particularly suitable if you are heavily involved in your career alongside your distance learning.

By the way, you can also take a vacation semester during the course of your studies, at no additional cost.

How does online study at IU work?

A study programme that adapts to your life: In online studies at IU, you learn flexibly and digitally when you want to learn and where you want to learn.

There is no compulsory attendance in the Master's distance learning programme in Business Intelligence at IU International University of Applied Sciences - you study throughout from home, in the library of your choice or wherever you can learn best.

You take your modules and courses when you want. This means that you can usually arrange your study plan and semester schedule flexibly yourself.

Central to the IU distance learning program are your interactive learning scripts. You receive the scripts in printed form as well as digitally as a PDF and for your tablet. The smart IU Learn app gives you access to both the scripts for your Business Intelligence degree program and scripts from all other distance learning programs at IU.

You can also access supplemental materials, such as videos, through myCampus, IU's online campus. You can exchange information with your lecturers and fellow students in live virtual formats, for example, via the interactive courses.

And exams? If you wish, you can write them as online exams. You can take an online exam around the clock as soon as you feel sufficiently prepared for the subject matter. Alternatively, you can write the exam at one of the IU's numerous exam centers throughout Germany.

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