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Master of Applied Statistics and Master of Business Analytics

Australia

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What will I learn?

Summary

The Master of Applied Statistics - recently redesigned with industry partners to better reflect employability outcomes - is the only degree of its kind in Sydney. While other postgraduate statistic degrees are largely theoretical, this degree is fully applied, meaning you'll not only learn how to obtain data, but also clean and analyse it, and then communicate your recommendations to those from both technical and non-technical backgrounds. You'll also have the opportunity to augment your classroom learning by completing an independent research project that's unique to this degree. The comprehensive, flexible Master of Business Analytics has a strong focus on the real-world application of business analytics tools and techniques. You'll develop your knowledge of computer programming, databases, applied statistics and machine learning techniques applied to big data. You'll become adept at recognising the importance of ethical reasoning in the solution of analytics-related problems. And you'll learn how to collaborate effectively with diverse teams to achieve a range of purposes in varied contexts.

Key features

Boost your knowledge of advanced areas of statistics

Study biostatistics, data mining, epidemiological methods, generalised linear models, time series and stochastic finance. Complete an individual end-to-end research project

Review an advanced area of statistical methodology and then apply statistical methods and techniques to answer a research question. Study in our state-of-the-art facilities

Access our Finance Decision Lab and incubator, and participate in simulations and workshops. Study a degree accredited by the Australian Computer Society

Complete the Cyber Security, Governance Frameworks and Ethics and Big Data units to qualify for ACS accreditation.

Career Outcomes

Professions

Academic

Business development manager

Business or venture analyst

Computer systems analyst

Consumer analyst

Corporate finance analyst

Data analyst

Data visualisation analyst

Data visualisation analyst

Financial adviser or analyst

Human resources professional

Information technology analyst

Management consultant

Market analyst

Operations analyst

Public sector adviser

Quality analyst

Statistical modeller

Statistician

Employers

Banks and financial institutions

Business analysis firms

Business analysis firms

Businesses and corporations

Consulting firms

Government agencies and departments

Healthcare agencies

Insurance firms

Insurance firms

Market research firms

Marketing and public relations firms

Medical companies

Research institutes

Retail and e-business companies

Sport and recreation organisations

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Science and Engineering

CRICOS

099514M

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
A$44,500.00 (US$ 29,326) per year
Master of Applied Statistics - AUD $44,500; Master of Business Analytics - AUD $43,200

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please

Start date

September 2025

Venue

North Ryde Campus

4–6 Eastern Road,

MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY,

New South Wales,

2109, MACQUARIE PARK, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

2 years

Master of Applied Statistics

AQF level 8 bachelor honours or graduate diploma qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent, or

Meet two of the following three criteria:

AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent

Approved work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning

AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent with a WAM of 65

Master of Business Analytics

AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent or

AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent, and two years (full-time equivalent) of relevant work experience, professional certification or other recognised prior learning

English language requirements

  • IELTS Academic - IELTS of 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 in each band, or equivalent
  • TOEFL iBT - 83 (Reading - 13; Writing - 21; Listening - 12; Speaking - 18)
  • PTE Academic - 58 minimum 52 in each band, or equivalent
  • Cambridge English (C1A or C2P) - 180 minimum 169 in each band, or equivalent
  • Occupational English Test (OET) - (Reading - C+; Writing - C+; Listening - C/C+; Speaking - C/C+)
  • Duolingo English Test (DET) - 115 minimum 110 in each band, or equivalent

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Macquarie University

Macquarie is in the top 130 of universities globally (QS 2024) and is a leading institution with a strong tradition of innovation and exploration.

  • Ranked in the top 130 universities worldwide
  • Located in Sydney’s fastest-growing business region
  • Provides over 30,000 practical work placements
  • Offers generous scholarship programs