Analyze Trends. Drive Strategy. Advance Your Career.

Unlock your potential with our Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics—a dynamic program designed for professionals who want to turn data into strategic insight. Whether you're in marketing, finance, operations, or IT, this certificate equips you with the analytical tools and business acumen to make data-informed decisions that drive organizational success.  Specialize in business analytics and become a leader in data-driven strategy. With a curriculum grounded in statistics, data visualization, and predictive modeling, you’ll be prepared to make a measurable impact in today’s competitive, data-centric economy.

Why Choose Our Program?

Career Prospects

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in business and financial occupations is projected to grow faster than average from 2023 to 2033, with over 963,000 job openings annually [1]. Specifically, demand for business analysts is expected to grow 11% over the same period, driven by the increasing need for data-informed decision-making across industries [2].

Competitive Salaries

Business analysts in the U.S. earn an average salary of $85,723, with entry-level roles starting around $55,500 and senior analysts earning up to $132,400 annually [2]. A graduate certificate in business analytics can position you for advancement into high-impact roles in strategy, operations, and data science.

Program Highlights:

• Designed for professionals in business, finance, marketing, and IT
• Emphasis on data analysis, visualization, and business intelligence tools
• Hands-on experience with Excel, SQL, Tableau, and Python
• Flexible online or hybrid format for working professionals
• Can be applied toward continuing education or a master’s degree

How This Certificate Enhances Your Career

This graduate certificate is more than a credential—it’s a strategic investment in your future. Whether you’re pivoting into analytics or enhancing your current role, this program will help you:

• Strengthen Analytical Thinking: Learn to extract insights from data and communicate them effectively to stakeholders.
• Advance Toward Specialization: Prepare for roles such as business analyst, data analyst, or operations strategist.
• Improve Organizational Performance: Use data to identify trends, optimize processes, and support strategic planning.
• Expand Your Role: Position yourself for leadership in analytics teams or cross-functional business units.
• Collaborate Across Disciplines: Work effectively with finance, marketing, and IT teams to drive data-informed decisions.

Join a community of professionals committed to transforming data into action. Your journey to becoming a leader in business analytics starts here.

References:
[1] Business and Financial Occupations - U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
[2] A Complete Guide to Business Analyst Salaries in 2025

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BusinessGrad@SouthernCT.edu

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Application Requirements

Application Submission
Application Fee ($50)
Official Transcripts
Essay
Two Letters of Recommendation
Resume/CV

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