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      Postgraduate Diploma in Business Intelligence and Data Analytics

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      1. Course Brief

      The Postgraduate Diploma in Business Intelligence and Data Analytics (PGD-BIDA) is designed to equip graduates and professionals with advanced knowledge and practical skills in harnessing data for decision-making, strategic planning, and business transformation. The programme integrates core concepts of data management, statistical analysis, business intelligence, machine learning, and data visualization to prepare learners for roles in the emerging data-driven economy.

      2. Rationale

      Data is a key driver of innovation, competitiveness, and economic development. Uganda, Africa, and the global market are increasingly demanding professionals with skills in data analytics and business intelligence to optimize business processes, improve efficiency, and drive policy decisions. This programme responds to:

      • Uganda’s National Development Plan IV (NDP IV) focus on digital transformation.
      • The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation, Infrastructure) and Goal 8 (Decent Work & Economic Growth).
      • The Uganda Ministry of ICT Digital Transformation Agenda and Africa Agenda 2063 emphasizing knowledge-based economies.
      • Skills gaps identified by employers in banking, telecoms, agriculture, health, and government sectors.

      3. Programme Objectives

      1. To provide learners with foundational and advanced concepts in business intelligence and analytics.
      2. To equip students with practical skills in data management, visualization, and interpretation for decision-making.
      3. To develop capacity in applying machine learning and AI methods in business contexts.
      4. To foster critical thinking and ethical use of data for business and societal development.

      4. Programme Learning Outcomes

      Upon completion, graduates will be able to:

      • Collect, clean, integrate, and manage diverse datasets.
      • Apply statistical, computational, and machine learning techniques to analyze business data.
      • Design and implement dashboards and business intelligence solutions.
      • Communicate insights effectively to support evidence-based decision-making.
      • Demonstrate professional ethics and data governance in analytics practice.

      Career Path

      The following are the  career paths

      • Data Analyst,
      • BI Analyst and
      • BI Developer

      Course Units

      Fees Structure & Program Requirements

      Bachelors degree in business and computer related fields

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      Other Fees: Retake fee is UGX 20,000 Per paper.

      All Master programmes are to pay Research fee of UGX,100,000/=

      All Doctorate programmes are to pay Research fee of US$,100.

      Please note: That all payments are received through Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) using a Payment Reference Number (PRN)
      Fees Payment Procedure:
      Log on to https://myportal.mubs.ac.ug to generate a Payment Reference Number (PRN) from the AIMS and Proceed to transact in any Bank using the PRN
      Modes of Fees Payments;
      1. Direct Cash deposit to any Bank and transact with the PRN
      2. Cheque /Bank Draft in the name of Uganda Revenue Authority and bank it using a MUBS generated PRN.
      3. By EFT on Bank of Uganda Account Number: 003410158000002 – A/c Name: Uganda Revenue Authority (This Account should strictly be used for EFT Transactions – clearly indicating the Payment Reference Number (PRN) in the description.
      TERMS OF PAYMENT
      1. All fees are payable at the beginning of the academic year.
      2. If paid in installment, functional fees must be paid at 100% and Tuition fees at 60%.
      3. All fees must have been paid by the 6th (sixth) week of the semester.
      To enable us plan the semester and provide students with the necessary facilities, it is important that fees is paid in time in accordance with the given options and terms above.
      Note: There will be a charge of 57,500/= for late registration.

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