These are computerised systems which support an organisation in the decision making process. Many of the techniques used in this area are underpinned by predictive statistics and mathematical modelling.

Reasons to study Business Intelligence Systems and Data Mining at De Montfort University:

This course emphasises the concepts and techniques of business intelligence systems and their application and development, which are underpinned and exemplified via the learning of one or more contemporary Ôbest of breedÕ business intelligence software tools.

  • Taught by SAS accredited teaching staff - you will be taught by experienced SAS accredited teaching staffÊ providing you with expert knowledge and skills allowing you to work toward your SAS accreditationÊ
  • SAS endorsed course - enhance your employability and gain substantial knowledge and skills in SAS business intelligence software leading towards SAS data miner accreditationÊ
  • 50 years history of research and teaching in computing technology - benefit from our well established academic expertise and advance your skills in, and knowledge of, developing business intelligence systems and data mining solutions to business problems
  • Gain an insight into real world solutions - attend guest lectures and seminars, which will give you a real understanding of the impact of their work
  • Excellent graduate prospects - graduates have gone into roles such as BI/SQL developers, logistics data modellerÕs and insight analysts at organisations including Cognisco, LLamasoft and Occam DM

Graduate Careers

This course prepares graduates for business intelligence and data mining roles within any target industry. There is a very high market demand for SAS expertise, and our graduates will be able to take up such opportunities. You will also be well placed to take up more general management and business information systems development roles within industry, and to undertake academic research in this field.