This programme is designed for students who want to turn business data into meaningful insights and strategic business solutions. Students gain advanced analytical, business intelligence, and information systems skills while working on real-world projects and industry applications.

Key Benefits

• Fast-track master’s degree completed in 45 weeks
• Combination of business strategy and technology skills
• Learn business analytics, AI, machine learning, and data visualisation
• Hands-on experience with industry-standard tools
• Industry-based capstone project
• Exposure to culturally informed and ethical data practices
• Preparation for leadership and analytics careers
• Strong focus on real-world business decision-making

Programme Structure / Subjects Offered

Trimester 1

Students develop foundational skills in information systems and research.

Subjects Include

• Strategic Information Systems Planning
• Information Systems Analysis and Design
• Database Management Systems
• Research Methods

Learning Focus

• Data systems management
• SQL and database design
• User-centred systems
• Strategic information planning
• Ethical and culturally informed research methodologies

Trimester 2

Students focus on business strategy and advanced analytics.

Subjects Include

• IT Project Management
• Business Strategy and Direction
• Business Data Analytics with Visualisation and Decision-Making
• Business Intelligence and Data Warehousing

Advanced Topics Covered

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Machine Learning (ML)
• Predictive analytics
• Business intelligence systems
• Data visualisation
• Big data integration
• Strategic business analytics

Trimester 3

Industry-Based Capstone Project

Students apply business analytics and informatics skills to solve real-world business problems through an industry-focused research or analytics project.

Disciplines / Specialisation Areas Covered

The programme integrates multiple technology and business disciplines including:

• Business Analytics
• Business Intelligence
• Information Systems
• Data Analytics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Data Warehousing
• Strategic Information Systems
• Data Visualisation
• IT Project Management

Career Outcomes

Graduates may work in roles such as:

•  Business Analyst
• Data Analyst
• Data Scientist
• Business Intelligence Consultant
• ICT Consultant
• Information Systems Engineer
• Systems Analyst and Designer
• Solution Architect
• Product Manager
• Operations Analyst
• Strategy Analyst
• Risk Manager
• IT Project Manager
• Business Process Analyst
• Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Programme Highlights

• NZQA Level 9 postgraduate qualification
• Fast-track 45-week master’s programme
• Strong focus on analytics and AI
• Practical industry-based capstone project
• Business + technology integrated curriculum
• Access to IEEE and O’Reilly digital resources
• Potential IBM certification pathways
• Cisco Badge opportunities
• Industry partnerships with IBM, AWS, and Fortinet
• Member of Health Informatics New Zealand (HINZ)

Visa Requirements for International Students

International students generally require:

• Valid New Zealand Student Visa
• Offer Letter from Yoobee
• Proof of tuition fee payment
• Evidence of sufficient living funds
• Valid passport
• English language proficiency proof
• Medical and character documents (if required)

Latest Updates

• The programme strongly focuses on AI, machine learning, and business intelligence.
• Yoobee continues expanding postgraduate technology programmes for international students.
• The curriculum includes ethical data management and culturally informed research methodologies.
• Industry-based learning and practical analytics projects remain key programme strengths.
• New intakes are available through 2027.