Big Data (Graduate Certificate)
Big Data, Computer Science, Data Analysis, Data Driven Decision Making, Data Mining, Machine Learning
Unlock the power of big data in just a few months. This program gives you the skills to stand out fast.
This microcertificate program in big data prepares you to bring data insights to organizations across all industries and play a key role in driving business decisions. You discover data mining techniques and learn to apply mathematical theory to big data analysis, classification, clustering and association rule mining. Through practical projects led by expert faculty, you also gain a variety of skills in areas such as:
- data models and processing
- data visualization
- java and Python
- NoSQL databases and queries
- reinforcement learning
- spatial data
GI Bill® benefits
This new program is not yet approved for use with GI Bill® benefits.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/.
- College/school:
Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering
- Location: Tempe or Online
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
9 credit hours
Required Core (9 credit hours) Additional Curriculum Information
CSE 511 Data Processing at Scale (3)
CSE 572 Data Mining (3)
CSE 575 Statistical Machine Learning (3)
CSE 578 Data Visualization (3)
Students select three of the listed courses. Courses should be selected in consultation with the program advisor.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
U.S.
applicants | International
applicants | English
proficiency
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering.
Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science engineering or a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = ''A'') in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = ''A'') in an applicable master's degree program.
Applicants are required to submit:
- graduate admissions application and application fee
- official transcripts
- proof of English proficiency
Additional Application Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of current residency by scoring at least 4 on the Internet-based TOEFL® (iBT) or a score of 80 if taken before January 21, 2026 in a testing center; 6.5 on the IELTS; or 105 on the Duolingo English test.
ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session A/C | In Person | 07/24 | Priority |
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session A/C | In Person | 12/15 | Priority |
Graduates are prepared for roles that leverage data to drive business decisions and innovation. These skills are in high demand across industries like health care, finance, retail and technology, where professionals apply big data techniques to solve complex problems, optimize operations and uncover actionable insights. Career paths include positions such as:
- big data engineer
- business intelligence specialist
- data analyst
- data visualization expert
Computer Science and Engineering Program
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CTRPT 105
scai.grad.admission@asu.edu
480-965-3199
Admission deadlines
Program term definitions
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
ASU adds new programs to Degree Search frequently. Come back often and look for the "New Programs" option.
ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.
The Western Regional Graduate Program (WRGP) provides a reduced tuition rate to non-resident graduate students who qualify. Visit the WRGP/WICHE webpage for more information: https://graduate.asu.edu/wiche.
