Business Analytics Abu Dhabi University

Overview

Business Analytics, one of the most important trends in business today, is the practice of methodical exploration of data by a company, government or even a country, with an emphasis on statistical analysis for data-driven decision-making. Data-driven companies treat their data as a corporate asset and leverage it for competitive advantage. Business analytics toolsets include business intelligence (BI), artificial intelligence (AI), visual analytics, and optimization.

Successful business analytics depend not only on data quality but also on skilled analysts who understand technology and business. This Business Analytics program from Abu Dhabi University will introduce you to tools and methods to undertake deep statistical analysis involving predictive analytics and the application of statistical algorithms to data. Courses include Data Visualization, Business Analytics, Applied Business Analytics, Decision Support Systems, Business Applications Programming, and Business Database Management.

With the UAE being a commercial and technological hub for the MENA region, and also the first country in the world to adopt a Ministry of Artificial Intelligence (AI), there is no better place or time to study business analytics. The program is also the first home-grown undergraduate business analytics program in the UAE and the only one with CAA accreditation.

Common across all specializations in the Bachelor of Business Administration programs are courses that will provide you with a solid foundation to communicate effectively, carry out research, understand legal, social, professional and ethical responsibilities in a business environment, apply analytical and critical thinking to business issues, use information technology effectively, and understand the dynamics of a complex global business environment.

Career opportunities

Global giants such as Apple, Facebook, Amazon, and Alphabet Inc are completely reliant on AI and business analytics. Organizations of all types should be applying the techniques of analytics, not only to be competitive but to survive. It is a critical competency requirement of companies globally and is the most required and requested profession. With studies projecting that AI will add $182 billion to the UAE economy by 2035, the demand for business analytics professionals is rapidly increasing across all sectors in the UAE.