Program Overview
In the current age of big data, organizations increasingly have access to large streams of data that they seek to extract value from. Employees with the skills to process, analyze, and convert data into meaningful strategic insights are becoming highly valued in organizations seeking to be more data-driven. The Business Analytics graduate certificate will teach the skills and knowledge to be able to develop the necessary data-driven analytic frameworks and models to determine the optimal decisions at strategic, tactical and operational levels for organizations. Upon completion, students will understand the latest data analytic methods and predictive modeling tools and be able to convert raw business data into meaningful conclusions that can be used to enhance competitive success in an increasingly competitive environment. Courses in the graduate certificate are drawn from the Engineering and Technology Management master’s degree at Mines and can be applied toward that degree (with a 3.0 final grade).
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Requirements and Costs
Graduate Certificate
- A completed bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution
- Statement of goals/purpose: share your professional, academic and personal goals and why you believe Colorado School of Mines is the best place to achieve those goals
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- For international applicants or applicants whose native language is not English, please review the English Proficiency requirement
Working Professionals
- BS degree (ideally with 3.0 GPA or better)
- Minimum two years work experience
Mines Students
- GPS of 3.0 or greater in junior or senior year
Graduate Certificate
9 credit hours:
- EBGN 525: Business Analytics (3.0)
- EBGN 560: Decision Analytics (3.0)
- EBGN 571: Marketing Analytics (3.0)
| CREDIT HOURS | TOTAL ONLINE TUITION & FEES 2021-22 |
|---|---|
| 1.0 | $1,114 |
| 2.0 | $2,141 |
| 3.0 | $3,168 |
| 4.0 | $4,195 |
| 5.0 | $5,222 |
| 6.0 | $6,249 |
| 7.0 | $7,276 |
| 8.0 | $8,303 |
| 9.0 | $9,330 |
| 10.0 | $10,357 |
| 11.0 | $11,384 |
| 12.0 | $12,411 |
| 13.0 | $13,438 |
| 14.0 | $14,465 |
| 15.0 | $15,492 |
- Employer contributions are routinely applied to cover a portion of this cost.
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FEES
- Fees for students enrolled in Mines Online programs or courses are included in the cost of tuition.
Career Outcomes
Skills gained from this program can be used by professionals from a variety of careers and backgrounds. Some examples would be:
- Data analyst
- Operations research analyst
- Business analyst
- Risk analyst
- Marketing analyst
- Decision support and analysis manager
- Financial analyst
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Degree Options
Graduate Certificate
- Business Analytics