Studies in business intelligence can include an education of the applications, technologies and methods that are used in the presentation, integration and analysis of business information. Students can learn how this discipline helps to promote better decision-making in businesses.

Requirements for the PhD program often involve the student having already obtained a Master’s degree. Additionally, a thesis or dissertation primarily consisting of original academic research must be submitted. In some countries, this work may even need to be defended in front of a panel.

Online learning refers to use of electronic media and information and communication technologies (ICT) in education. With online learning one has the flexibility to access their studies at any time and from anywhere they can log on.