Business Analytics Certificate in Applied Science
Anticipated 2025FA start – Pending State Tech System and DOE approvals.
Program Description
The embedded Business Analytics Certificate prepares students to use data-driven approaches to enhance business performance and decision-making. Through a combination of courses in business intelligence, data analysis, and predictive analytics, students will learn how to interpret business data, build analytical models, and apply their findings to real-world business challenges. This certificate is ideal for those looking to enhance their careers in business or pursue roles such as business analyst or data analyst.
Entrance Requirements
High school diploma or GED.
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Requirements for Completion
Employment Opportunities
Listed below is the ideal grouping of courses in order by semester. This plan assumes a full-time schedule. Note, however, that many variables can affect this plan, and not every course is offered every semester. Please see your advisor to map out your own personalized progression toward graduation.
Note: Please contact your advisor for recommended evening schedules.
| Preferred Sequence | ||
|---|---|---|
| First Semester | Hours | |
| CPT 113 | Information Systems | 3 |
| CPT 257 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| CPT 170 | Computer Applications I | 3 |
| Total Semester Hours | 9 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| CPT 127 | Python Programming I | 3 |
| IST 272 | Relational Database | 3 |
| Total Semester Hours | 6 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| CPT 189 | Data Science I | 3 |
| MGT 101 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| CPT 270 | Computer Applications II | 3 |
| Total Semester Hours | 9 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| CPT 273 | Data Visualization | 3 |
| BUS 190 | Business Analytics I | 3 |
| IST 278 | Database Programming | 3 |
| Total Semester Hours | 9 | |
| Total Required Credit Hours | 33 | |