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Analytics programs

Earning an analytics degree can help you develop the data mining, forecasting, and strategic planning skills to pursue new opportunities in the field. Options at the undergraduate and graduate levels include bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate programs. Also available are various trainings and certifications, including graduate certificates, bootcamps, and individual courses.

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Largest areas of employment include government, consulting, finance, and insurance*

*U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

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Online analytics degrees

Here are some of our available analytics degrees:

Online bachelor's degree in analytics

An online bachelor’s degree in analytics can lead to a rewarding career path for future practitioners and today’s career changers. The median salary for an entry-level business analyst with a bachelor’s degree was $64,000 in 2019, according to Burning Glass Technologies.

Online master’s degree in analytics

Pursuing your online master’s degree in analytics can position you for new career opportunities. You might consider an online MBA with a concentration in analytics. Or an online master’s in analytics. There are many paths. Let’s find yours.

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Online doctorate degrees in analytics

You can also earn your Ph.D. in analytics, though program options are not as prevalent. Most doctoral candidates pursue this path with the goal of teaching at the college level.

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Online graduate certificates in analytics

An online graduate certificate in business analytics offers an alternative path to a degree. Though it is not as in-depth as a full program, it can grant you faster access to a particular field or specialization. And your graduate coursework can often be applied to a master’s degree down the road.

Online courses and bootcamps in analytics

Both options provide an expedited way help you stay competitive as the analytics industry grows and evolves. You’ll learn new skills — plus refine existing ones — and emerge better prepared for wherever the future takes you.

Do you need a license to enter the field of analytics?

Business analysts typically do not need a license to work in the field. However, depending on the area of specialization you choose, there may be industry-specific certifications that can give you a competitive advantage.

Business analytics certifications

Earning a professional certification in the field of business analytics can help translate your passion for data into a tangible credential that differentiates you from other candidates when applying for competitive positions.

Here are a few examples of business analytics industry certifications:

  • Certification in Business Data Analytics (IIBA®-CBDA)
  • Certified Business Analysis Professional™ (CBAP®) 
  • Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA)
  • Certified Business Analysis Thought Leader (CBATL)
  • Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA)
  • Project Management Institute—Business Analyst (PMI-PBA)

Data analytics certificates

Specialized data analytics certifications have been increasing in recent years. Obtaining one or more of these certifications can give you an edge in the job market. They signal to employers that you have met established professional benchmarks and have the skill set necessary to perform your duties effectively. 

Some of the most popular data analytics certifications include:

  • Associate Certified Analytics Professional (aCAP)
  • Certification of Professional Achievement in Data Sciences
  • Cloudera Certified Associate (CCA) Data Analyst
  • EMC Proven Professional Data Scientist Associate (EMCDSA)
  • IBM Data Science Professional Certificate
  • Microsoft Certified Data Analyst Associate

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