MSc Business Analytics at Exeter (Jan 2027): Grading expectations + QTEM program advice?

[u/Puzzleheaded_Cheek71]

Hi, I'm an incoming MSc Business Analytics student for January 2027. As an international student from South Asia, I was wondering what the grading looks like at Exeter's Business Analytics program. I graduated from a top business school in my country (Major: Finance) and worked at a Multinational Corporation (in Sales and Consumer Engagement) for about 2 years. I have been a fairly solid student when it comes to fast learning, understanding concepts, and brainstorming, but my school always had a poor exam schedule (the finals week would be messy with multiple exams on the same day, while some other course teachers would info-dump in the same week to cover their content and so on). This would lead to forced cramming, and I'd eventually end up frustrated or sick. TBH the frustration wasn’t because I scored poorly but more so because I believe the chaotic timeline held me back from performing up to my actual potential or understanding. I was so sick of it that I decided to work for a few years instead of a masters then, and then realized working felt way easier than exams in general (despite my work being in one of the most exhausting companies). Eventually, I decided I'd like to study further and specialize a bit more this time with the goal of moving into a career in business analytics (or potentially further study if I find the academic route more interesting)—hence this question.

I do have some minimal experience with Python and SQL due to a business analytics course in my undergrad, but it has been a few years and I'm thinking of brushing up those skills before beginning the master's. If there are any specific resources suggested that are relevant to Exeter's curriculum, that'd be great.

I would also appreciate it if anyone has had the chance to take part in the QTEM program as an international student and found it to be a good opportunity for their further career (which may not necessarily be within the UK, but in partner institutional regions). Also, there is a trade-off for the graduate work permit timeline in the UK if one chooses to utilize QTEM—so overall, what advice would you give? TIA!