Applied Business Data Analytics ,Certificate
Data, Technology, analysis, information systems
The certificate program in applied business data analytics is for students who are interested in practical uses for computer-based tool suites that are capable of managing vast amounts of data. Students learn sophisticated but easy-to-use means of managing and analyzing such data. They leverage the tools for making good decisions about projects, process designs and fundamental tasks.
Exposure to predictive analytics and modeling, big data techniques, and visualization provides significant insight into the advanced uses of the computer-based tools. Critical thinking is an important skill and mindset; it is needed to establish and evaluate evidence-based benchmarks in order to make good data decisions that lead to high-quality outcomes.
- College/school:
W. P. Carey School of Business
- Location: Tempe or Online
2025-2026 Catalog Year
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The certificate in applied business data analytics requires 18 credit hours with at least 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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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.
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.
Students can advance their career options with an undergraduate certificate. With this specialization as a complement to their major program of study, graduates are more attractive to future employers.
Graduates with this certificate often decide to pursue employment in management, business analysis or marketing. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.
Department of Information Systems
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BAC 601
wpcareyis@asu.edu
480-965-3252
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
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. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. 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.
