The Master of Business Analytics (Extension) at Kaplan Business School (KBS) is an AQF Level 9 postgraduate degree designed for students who want deeper expertise in business analytics and the ability to lead data-driven initiatives.

Key benefits include:

• Advanced knowledge of business analytics and data-driven decision-making.
• Strong focus on applying analytics to real-world business problems.
• Development of skills in data visualisation, forecasting, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data security and ethics.
• Training in managing expert teams and overseeing data-driven initiatives.
• Exposure to current business case studies and collaborative analytics solutions.
• An industry research capstone provides an opportunity to integrate analytics knowledge into a substantial project.
• Students can choose two MBA electives, allowing some development of broader leadership and business skills.
• Internship subjects are available as electives, subject to subject availability and eligibility.

Programme Structure and Subjects / Topics

The program comprises 15 subjects: 13 core subjects and 2 MBA electives.

Current core subjects are:

1. DATA4000 – Introduction to Business Analytics
2. DATA4100 – Data Visualisation and Communication
3. DATA4200 – Data Acquisition and Management
4. DATA4300 – Data Security and Ethics
5. DATA4400 – Data-driven Forecasting
6. DATA4500 – Marketing and Social Media Analytics
7. DATA4600 – Business Analytics Project Management
8. DATA4800 – Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
9. DATA4900 – Innovation and Creativity in Business Analytics
10. DATA5000 – Artificial Intelligence Programming in Business Analytics
11. FINM4100 – Analytics in Accounting and Finance
12. STAM4000 – Quantitative Methods
13. DATA6000 – Analytics Capstone: Industry Research Project.

Important prerequisites include:

• DATA4100 requires STAM4000 as a co-requisite.
• DATA4200 requires DATA4000.
• DATA4400 requires STAM4000 and DATA4100 as a co-requisite.
• DATA4500 requires DATA4000 as a co-requisite.
• DATA4600 requires DATA4000 as a co-requisite.
• DATA4800 requires STAM4000 and DATA4100 as a co-requisite.
• DATA4900 requires DATA4000 as a co-requisite.
• DATA5000 requires DATA4800 as a co-requisite.
• FINM4100 requires STAM4000 as a co-requisite.
• DATA6000 requires DATA4400 or DATA4800 and must be taken in the final or penultimate trimester.

Students select two MBA electives. Current options include:

• MBA401 – People, Culture and Contemporary Leadership
• MBA402 – Governance, Ethics and Sustainability
• MBA403 – Financial and Economic Interpretation and Communication
• MBA404 – Consumer Behaviour and Marketing Psychology
• MBA501 – Dynamic Strategy and Disruptive Innovation
• MBA502 – Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Intelligence and Diversity
• MBA507 – Internship 1
• MBA508 – Internship 2.

Disciplines / Specialisations

The Master of Business Analytics (Extension) does not currently list formal named specialisations.

Instead, the degree provides a broad advanced analytics curriculum covering:

• Business analytics
• Quantitative methods
• Data visualisation
• Data acquisition and management
• Data security and ethics
• Predictive forecasting
• Marketing and social media analytics
• Business analytics project management
• Artificial intelligence
• Machine learning
• AI programming
• Accounting and finance analytics
• Innovation and creativity
• Business leadership and strategy through MBA electives. 

Programme Highlights

• Qualification: Master of Business Analytics (Extension)
• AQF level: 9
• CRICOS code: 0100426
• Duration: 2 years
• Study structure: 6 trimesters
• Subjects: 15
• Credit requirement: 64 credit points
• Structure: 13 core + 2 MBA electives
• Intakes: March, May, July, September and November
• Locations: Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney
• Advanced focus on business analytics and data-driven decision-making
• Artificial intelligence and machine learning included
• Industry research capstone included
• Internship subjects available as electives
• Online subject delivery is available for selected subjects, subject to availability.

Career Outcomes

KBS currently identifies the following career outcomes:

• Business analytics team leader
• Social media manager
• Corporate reporting supervisor
• Management consultant.

The program's curriculum can also support roles involving:

• Business intelligence
• Data analysis
• Data visualisation
• Business reporting
• Predictive analytics
• Marketing analytics
• Analytics project management
• AI and machine learning
• Data governance, security and ethics
• Analytics consulting
• Strategic data-driven management.

Latest Updates / Special Requirements

The latest KBS 2026/2027 subject-offering document was updated in June 2026 and notes that subject availability may change.

KBS's current study-load policy is particularly important for international students. Students enrolled in the Master of Business Analytics (Extension) are required to complete 15 subjects over two years, with the standard full-time study load applying across compulsory trimesters. At least one subject must be studied face-to-face.

KBS also states that:

• RPL may be available for previous academic study.
• Students should apply for RPL so KBS can assess whether previous study can exempt individual subjects.
• Subject availability is not guaranteed at every campus or in every trimester. 

International Student Visa Requirements

International students normally require an Australian Student visa (subclass 500).

KBS's application procedure states that once an international student has accepted the offer and completed the required payment, KBS issues an electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE), after which the student can proceed with the Australian Student visa application.

Key Student visa requirements include:

• Valid enrolment/Confirmation of Enrolment.
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), unless exempt.
• Genuine Student requirement.
• Appropriate financial capacity.
• Health requirements.
• Character requirements.
• Compliance with all Student visa conditions.