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Graduate Certificate in Data Decision-Making

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Build the Analytics Skills Needed to Make Better Business Decisions

The Data Decision-Making Graduate Certificate is an 11-credit, fully asynchronous program designed for professionals seeking strong foundations in business analytics, data-driven reasoning, and decision support. The curriculum emphasizes data management, analytics problem solving, communication of insights, and responsible use of analytics to support organizational decision­ making. 

Online
At your own pace, asynchronous courses
11 Credits
Complete 6 program courses
Stackable
Apply certificate credits toward the M.S. in Business Data Science & Analytics

Develop Practical Analytics Skills for Modern Organizations

  • Data Management & Visualization
    Learn how organizations leverage enterprise data and visualization tools to improve business processes, support strategy, and create competitive advantage.
  • Analytics & Problem Solving
    Develop analytical thinking and statistical problem-solving skills using business analytics tools, software platforms, and programming techniques.
  • Artificial Intelligence & Responsible Governance
    Explore the opportunities and challenges associated with AI adoption, including ethics, transparency, accountability, and regulatory considerations.
  • Communication & Decision Support
    Strengthen your ability to translate technical findings into actionable insights that support organizational decision-making.

Curriculum for the Graduate Certificate in Data Decision-Making (11 Credits)

The Graduate Certificate in Data Decision-Making is available only online. Students must complete 11 credits from the following courses:

  • ITM 818: Data Management & Visualization

    Total Credits: 3

    Role of analytics in shaping competitive strategy and improving the design and implementation of business processes. Emphasis on enterprise data management and visualization skill development. Analysis of enterprise data identifying findings and making recommendations. Real-world cases of successes and failures with analytics-based business strategies.

  • ITM 883: Business Analytics Problem Solving

    Total Credits: 2

    Statistical techniques, use of statistical software platform, exposure to statistical programming languages.

  • PIM 884: Artificial Intelligence Governance

    Total Credits: 2

    Explores how organizations can adopt artificial intelligence responsibly, balancing innovation with ethical, legal, and societal considerations. Students examine issues such as data privacy, algorithmic bias, transparency, accountability, and regulatory frameworks, with a focus on business applications. Through case studies and applied exercises, students learn how to design and evaluate governance practices that ensure AI creates value while aligning with organizational goals and stakeholder trust.

  • CSE 801A: Intro to Big Data Analytics

    Total Credits: 3

    Probability, some linear algebra, and some geometry. Some programming background such as familiarity with python and scripting/command line usage in various operating systems.

  • ITM 886: Communication Strategies for Analytics

    Total Credits: 1

    Development of managerial-level business communication skills focusing on oral and written formats. Translation of technical data for communication to non-technical audiences.

Admissions

Admissions Criteria

To be considered for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Data Decision-Making, an applicant must: 

  1. Be employed in a managerial position with work experience that will enhance contributions to the team and the program, and/or have demonstrated potential for career advancement and leadership in the public or private sector. 
  2. Be recommended for acceptance into the program by two or more professional colleagues. 
  3. Have a bachelor’s degree from a recognized educational institution or equivalent academic credential. The educational institution, academic program, and academic record are considered. 
  4. Have personal attributes such as demonstrated management potential and maturity, leadership qualities, intellectual curiosity, perseverance, and a drive to succeed. 
  5. Successfully complete an interview/evaluation, articulating professional goals and how the program will contribute to personal success. 

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Tuition

Tuition for the Data Decision-Making Graduate Certificate online program is billed at $1,200 per credit-hour, whether you are an in-state or out-of-state student.

Additional course-related expenses for reading materials or software licenses may be incurred.

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