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Extract Insight Through Creative Data Analysis 

Earn your Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics online and take the next step in your career with skills in data pre-processing, database modeling, programming languages, and more. You will graduate with 12 credits you can apply toward our MBA, Online MBA, or Master of Applied Business Analytics, along with the expertise to advance your career and earning potential.  

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Format
Online
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Duration
12 months
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Work experience
None required
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Start date
January 20, 2026

Business Analytics Certification Online Courses

The online Business Analytics Certificate delivers essential data analysis skills through six courses for a total of 12 credits. The curriculum includes four core courses that explore programming techniques, practical statistics, artificial intelligence for business, and big data management.

Additionally, you’ll also choose two elective courses based on your professional interests to better prepare for diverse career advancement opportunities. Elective course options offer instruction on predictive analytics, exploratory analysis, and data visualization.

  • MABA 6121: Practical Statistics for Business Applications – 2 Credits
  • MABA 6251: AI for Competitive Advantage – 2 Credits
  • MABA 6311: Programming for Business Analytics – 2 Credits
  • MABA 6321: Data Management and Big Data – 2 Credits 
  • MABA 6341: Data Visualization – 2 Credits
  • MABA 6411: Exploratory Data Analytics – 2 Credits
  • MABA 6421: Predictive Analytics – 2 Credits
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Elevate Your Business Analytics Career Potential

Take your business career to the next level with a data science skillset that’s growing in demand. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, data science is one of the nation’s fastest-growing fields, with more than 73,000 new positions expected to be created by 2033.1 With the online Business Analytics Certificate, you can prepare for a higher salary and greater professional success in a variety of in-demand careers.  

  • $103,790 median annual salary for computer systems analysts1
  • $105,801 median annual salary for senior data analysts2

Why Earn a Business Analytics Certificate Online?

Our graduate certificates allow you to take master's-level courses and gain specialized skills through training in a targeted area. You can upskill quickly and earn a valuable credential in as little as one year. Throughout the online Business Analytics certificate program, you will grow your network by learning alongside fellow professionals in classes led by business experts. Your certificate credits can be applied toward Carlson's Part-Time MBA, Online MBA, or Master of Applied Business Analytics programs.

Tuition Details

Carlson’s graduate certificates provide the advanced knowledge and hands-on experience you need for professional development and long-term career growth. The Business Analytics Certificate online program consists of 12 credits. Tuition is $1,797 per credit hour.

Graduate Certificate-seeking students who are U.S. military members or veterans are eligible for a 15% military discount.

Admissions Details and Application Deadlines 

Minnesota Carlson offers a streamlined online application for our graduate certificate programs. There is no minimum GPA or GRE/GMAT requirement, and our application fee is $75, with a waiver available for active-duty U.S. military service members. You can explore other requirements below.

Admissions Requirements Overview

The following materials are required to apply to the Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics online program: 

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
  • Completed application
  • Unofficial transcripts from all universities/colleges where coursework has been completed
  • Two professional references/recommendations
  • Personal statement
  • Current resume

Application Deadlines

Spring 

(January Start)

Fall 

(September Start)

Round 1: October 15Round 1: May 15
Round 2: November 15Round 2: June 15
Round 3: December 15Round 3: July 15

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about Minnesota Carlson's online Business Analytics Certificate below.

The first step is to start your application.

No, prior work experience is not required. You can learn more about our admissions policy here.

Those who complete the Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics online often pursue a variety of careers such as computer systems analyst or senior data analyst, with median annual salaries that range from $103,000 to $113,000.1,2

Tuition is $1,797 per credit hour. You'll need to complete 12 credits. You can contact us to learn more about tuition and fees. 

You can complete the program in just one year.

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Sources

  1. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Computer systems analysts.
  2. Salary.com. Senior Data Analyst Salary in the United States.