Business environments have experienced a rapid increase the volume of data that is collected, stored, managed, and analyzed in recent years. To be useful, this data must be analyzed and transformed into information and actionable knowledge. The graduate certificate in Business Analytics with Big Data provides students with business analytics knowledge and skills necessary in the modern data-centric business environment. Students learn to apply descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics techniques to business decision-making with an emphasis on predictive analytics and data analysis. In addition, students gain a working knowledge of data management methods.
Program Highlights
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An understanding of analytic techniques and their application prepares students for success in data-focused professional environments that are becoming the norm.
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This certificate provides exposure to the full spectrum of analytics, including data management, data analysis, visualization, forecasting, and business modeling methods.
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Classes are taught by faculty with expertise in a variety of areas, including business statistics, information technology, business modeling and simulation, and supply chain management
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Meshes well with MBA program, allowing MBA students to satisfy elective requirements with certificate classes
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Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
Research market conditions in local, regional, or national areas, or gather information to determine potential sales of a product or service, or create a marketing campaign. May gather information on competitors, prices, sales, and methods of marketing and distribution.
Management Analysts
Conduct organizational studies and evaluations, design systems and procedures, conduct work simplification and measurement studies, and prepare operations and procedures manuals to assist management in operating more efficiently and effectively. Includes program analysts and management consultants.
Budget Analysts
Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.
Business Intelligence Analysts
Produce financial and market intelligence by querying data repositories and generating periodic reports. Devise methods for identifying data patterns and trends in available information sources.
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Cost of Attendance
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Review the estimated tuition rates for the 2024-25 academic year (subject to change). Non-resident rates are charged for anyone who is not a current Virginia resident, including international students.
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