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Business Intelligence and Analytics

MS8102

Duration

12 weeks

Next start date

September 2026

NFQ

Level 8

ECTS

5 Credits

Mode of Study

Online

Apply By

Aug 28, 2026, 5PM

Fee

€565

Overview

Business Intelligence and Analytics enables organisations to exploit data and information systems (IS) at its disposal to maximise organisational performance.

This course provides a solid foundation to the study of Business Intelligence and Analytics. It provides learners with a portfolio of business and analytical methods for solving problems and supporting decision-making, as well as an extensive knowledge of business and IS concepts. Learners will develop the skills necessary to gain business insights on the strategic importance of business intelligence and analytics to improve decision-making.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should be over 21 years. A Level 7 qualification or equivalent is required.

What you will Learn

Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:

Critically evaluate the role of business intelligence and analytics in enhancing
an organisation’s performance
Evaluate different decision-making methods and tools
Contrast the different analytical tools and methods used by organisations
Formulate a coherent argument with respect to which situations are most
appropriate for use of business intelligence and analytics tools and methods

Course Outcomes
On successful completion of this micro-credential, you will receive credits as per the European Credit and Transfer System. These credits are recognised by the awarding institution as credits aligned to learning completed at undergraduate level 8.

Learning Outcomes

Critically evaluate the role of business intelligence and analytics in enhancing an organisations performance
Evaluate different decision making methods and tools
Formulate a coherent argument with respect to which situations are most appropriate to use business intelligence and analytics tools and methods