The MSc Business Analytics (Online Distance Learning) from Heriot‑Watt University Online is a flexible, career‑focused postgraduate programme designed to equip students with the advanced analytical, strategic decision‑making and data‑driven problem‑solving skills needed in today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Delivered 100% online through Edinburgh Business School, this fully self‑paced master’s allows you to study from anywhere in the world, at times that suit your schedule, making it ideal for working professionals, career changers or recent graduates seeking to build specialist expertise without interrupting work or personal commitments. The curriculum blends theoretical foundations with real‑world application and covers essential topics including advanced data analysis and visualisation, business intelligence, strategic decision‑making, consultancy skills and the use of modern analytics tools to interpret complex datasets and drive organisational performance. Students complete a series of core and optional courses along with a reflective portfolio that together develop both technical proficiency and professional communication, enabling graduates to pursue roles in business analytics, data science, consultancy, project management and related fields where analytical insight is critical to success. Upon completion, learners earn a globally recognised MSc qualification and can apply their enhanced capabilities to influence strategy, optimise business processes and lead change in data‑rich environments.