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For students who want to combine business, data and information systems skills, the Master of Business Informatics offers two specialisations: Business Analytics and Healthcare Informatics. Using the 2025 intake information as a historical reference, this article outlines what each specialisation focuses on, the entry requirements and the career areas it relates to.
2025 intake information (historical reference)
Programme structure, tuition fees, scholarships and entry requirements may change. Please rely on the institution's latest published information and your actual assessment outcome.
Programme snapshot
Key facts
- Level
- NZQF 9
- Credits
- 180 credits
- Duration
- 1 year / 45 weeks
- Delivery
- On Campus
- Specialisations
- Two
- Campuses
- Auckland / Christchurch
Two specialisations
Business Analytics
Covers data analysis and visualisation, strategic information systems, project management and data management, helping students understand how data can support business judgement and organisational decision-making.
Healthcare Informatics
Focuses on healthcare data management, data analysis, systems security and digital health applications, exploring how information systems can address complex healthcare data problems.
Compare specialisations
Specialisations compared
| Aspect | Business Analytics | Healthcare Informatics |
|---|---|---|
| Core focus | Business data, strategic information systems, project and data management | Healthcare data, digital health, systems and data security |
| Relevant background | A degree or diploma in information or business, or relevant work and professional experience | A degree or diploma in informatics or a health-related field, or relevant experience in healthcare data management, analysis or similar |
| English requirement (both) | IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, or an NZQA-approved equivalent. | |
Business Analytics: turning data into decision support
The Business Analytics specialisation suits people who want to build data skills that bridge business operations, products, projects and information systems. The study covers data analysis and visualisation, strategic information systems, project management and data management, and uses projects and industry case studies to explore how clear information can support business decisions.
Possible career areas
- Business Analyst, Data Analyst, IT Project Manager, Product Manager
- Business Intelligence Consultant, Solution Architect, ICT Consultant
- Systems Analyst and Designer, Business and IT Consultant
Historical salary reference
Salary guide for business analytics roles
The following market ranges are those listed in the 2025 programme information. Actual salaries vary by role, experience, region and employer, and are not guaranteed.
Business Analyst
NZ$90K–140K
Senior Business Analyst
NZ$120K–160K
Team Lead or Manager
NZ$150K–180K
The programme information also lists a median salary of NZ$100,131 per year (NZ$51.35 per hour).
Healthcare Informatics: connecting healthcare, data and digital systems
The Healthcare Informatics specialisation focuses on healthcare data management, analysis, systems security and digital health. The programme description emphasises tackling complex data problems through practical projects, and brings data security and the use of information systems in healthcare services into the learning.
Possible career areas
- Healthcare IT Project Manager, Healthcare Data Analyst, Healthcare Information Security Analyst
- Healthcare Systems Analyst, Digital Healthcare Consultant, Healthcare Product Manager
- Health Information Consultant, Health Information Management, Informatics Director
- Clinical Informatics Analyst, Clinical Data Analyst, Telemedicine Specialist
Historical salary reference
Salary guide for healthcare data roles
The following market ranges are those listed in the 2025 programme information. Actual salaries vary by role, experience, region and employer, and are not guaranteed.
Healthcare Data Analyst
NZ$90K–140K
Senior Healthcare Data Analyst
NZ$120K–160K
Team Lead or Manager
NZ$150K–180K
The programme information also lists a median salary of NZ$100,131 per year (NZ$51.35 per hour).
About Yoobee
Learning environment and what sets Yoobee apart
Institutional history as listed in the 2025 intake information.
Campus network as listed in the 2025 intake information.
Covering certificate, diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
The programme information highlights project-based learning, small classes and shared industry experience.
Proportion of graduates in employment or further study, as listed in the 2025 intake information.
Graduates per year, as listed in the 2025 intake information.
Industry recognition
Industry certification and learning platform partners
The 2025 programme information displays the IBM, AWS Academy and Cisco Networking Academy logos. For specific course resources, certification arrangements and how they apply, please rely on the institution's latest published information.
Entry requirements
Business Analytics: A bachelor's degree or diploma in an information- or business-related field from a recognised institution; or evidence of relevant skills and knowledge in business or a related field gained through relevant work or professional experience.
Healthcare Informatics: A bachelor's degree or diploma in informatics or a health-related field from a recognised institution; or evidence of relevant skills and knowledge in healthcare data management, analysis or a related field gained through relevant work or professional experience.
English language: IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, or an NZQA-approved equivalent.