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Business Analytics and Operations

In the minor study program in Business Analytics and Operations, you will learn about data-based decision-making and the design, control and improvement of operational processes in organizations. The aim is to achieve efficient resource utilization and sustainable value creation through the application of quantitative methods and analytical tools.

In addition to the core concepts of operations management, the program will introduce you to mathematical modeling, stochastic analysis and optimization methods, and discuss their application to issues in supply chain management, revenue management and process optimization. Aspects of sustainability and responsible resource use are also taken into account.

As part of the minor study program, you will become familiar with the key operational decisions in organizations. The program focuses on quantitative analysis and evidence-based decision-making. You will acquire skills in stochastic modeling, optimization, simulation, decision and game theory, and empirical analysis, equipping you to make informed operational decisions under uncertainty and restriction. All courses provide a comprehensive overview of the latest approaches from research and practice.

The minor study program provides a solid understanding of data-driven operational management as well as problem-oriented insights into the structures and fundamental interrelationships of business analytics and operations management.

Career prospects

The minor study program in Business Analytics and Operations qualifies you for specialist and management positions in the field of data-driven and operational business management. As a specialist, you can apply your knowledge in operations and supply chain departments, management consulting, analytics teams and logistics companies, as well as a wide range of other industries.

 

Major Minor andere

Business Analytics and Operations is available as:

Minor program (30 ECTS credits)

Can be combined with the following major programs:

Business and Economics
Business Administration
Economics
Finance
Management and Economics

Additional Information

How to proceed?

You plan to pursue a Master's program at our Faculty. Information on the next steps you need to take is available here.

Application and admission: For assuming studies at our Faculty, you first need to apply to the University of Zurich.
Application and admission

Admission based on academic background: If you have a Bachelor's degree from another higher education institution, get informed about the categorization process.
Admission to the Master's program

Changing program: Being a student at our Faculty, you have come to the conclusion that another study program might fit your interests even better.
Changing program

Regulations: You will find everything you need to know about your studies in the regulations.
Regulations

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