Business Data Analytics with Placement (Hons) University of Salford

Overview

Business Data Analytics with Placement (Hons) at University of Salford prepares you for a career as a Data Analyst or Business Analyst, giving you the technical skills, industry insight and hands‑on experience employers expect. With the professional placement year, you’ll spend a year working in industry, applying your skills to real projects and building a strong CV.

Developed with major employers, the course focuses on real‑world learning through simulated and live projects so you can apply theory directly to practice. You’ll build expertise in data analysis, visualisation and business process improvement, while developing the communication and stakeholder‑engagement skills needed to shape effective business requirements.

Working with industry partners across Greater Manchester and beyond, you’ll gain practical experience that reflects the expectations of today’s Business Analyst roles. Aligned with national professional standards, the course helps you develop the skills, behaviours and digital capability employers are actively seeking. You’ll graduate ready to deliver business change projects that make a measurable impact.

• Gain real industry experience through a year‑long professional placement plus simulated and live employer‑led projects
• Learn to analyse, design, and improve data-driven business processes
• Develop strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Build technical expertise in business analysis tools and methods

• Acquire skills aligned with national occupational standards