Applied Business Data Analytics, Certificate
Turn your interest in data into a challenging and rewarding career. Learn to find insights, use analytics and artificial intelligence tools to forecast outcomes and guide smart decisions. You gain the tools to solve problems and lead with confidence, making you a valuable asset in any industry.
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Certificate description
Applied Business Data Analytics undergraduate certificate description
If you are interested in practical uses for computer-based tool suites that are capable of managing vast amounts of data, the certificate program in applied business data analytics is for you. You learn sophisticated but easy-to-use means of managing and analyzing such data. You leverage the tools for making good decisions about projects, process designs and fundamental tasks.
You are exposed to predictive analytics and modeling, big data techniques, and visualization, giving you significant insight into the advanced uses of computer-based tools. Critical thinking is an important skill and mindset; it's needed to establish and evaluate evidence-based benchmarks in order to make good data decisions that lead to high-quality outcomes.
Why earn an applied business data analytics undergraduate certificate at ASU?
In this program, you develop the analytical mindset employers seek across nearly every industry. Go beyond programming and statistics alone to translate data into actionable business insights and communicate recommendations to stakeholders.
At the W. P. Carey School of Business, you learn from faculty who bring academic, research and industry experience into the classroom, keeping current business practices at the center of what you study. You can tap into a collaborative learning environment, career development resources, networking opportunities and connections to a strong alumni community.
Courses
This undergraduate certificate includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below:
2026-2027 Catalog Year
The certificate requires 18 credit hours. A "C" minimum is required for all courses in the certificate, although students must maintain a 3.00 GPA in the post-baccalaureate certificate program.
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The certificate in applied business data analytics requires 18 credit hours with 12 upper division credit hours. To earn the certificate, students must complete all courses with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a scale of 4.00) or higher. |
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CIS 105 Computer Applications and Information Technology
(QTRS)
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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CIS 308 Advanced Excel in Business
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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CIS 309 Business Process Management
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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CIS 310 Business Data Visualization
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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CIS 405 Business Intelligence
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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Any Statistics Course
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CIS 313 Location Analytics in Business
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this certificate.
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Enrollment requirements
ASU degree-seeking students
The applied business data analytics certificate is open to all ASU students.
Nondegree-seeking students
This certificate is available through the Pathways for the Future program. Applicants without a bachelor's degree are eligible to apply for and receive this certificate through the Pathways for the Futures program. Applicants who already hold a bachelor's degree should apply to ASU and this certificate program as a nondegree-seeking graduate student.
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Careers this applied business data analytics undergraduate certificate prepares you for
With this specialization as a complement to their major program of study, graduates are more attractive to potential employers and have expanded career options.
Graduates with this certificate often pursue employment in management, business analysis or marketing. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
Department of Information Systems
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BAC 601
wpcareyis@asu.edu
480-965-3252
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