Business Analytics Certificate
The field of business analytics has been growing over the last few years as companies seek graduates who can analyze data to make informed data-driven business decisions.
Our STEM-designated graduate certificate program is designed for individuals who may not be interested in our full master’s degree due to time or cost constraints, but rather in a micro-credentialing certificate to advance their knowledge in a particular field. This graduate certificate in business analytics may also serve as a stepping stone to those who opt to further their skills as completing this coursework can count to either the MBA specialization in business analytics or the MS program in business analytics.
Program Specific Admissions Requirements
Transcripts: Official transcripts from all schools attended are necessary to apply
Additional Requirements:
- Two letters of recommendation from academic or professional references
- Personal Statement
- Professional Résumé
Students without business knowledge in statistics, management science, and information systems may need to take extra 1-credit foundational courses (i.e., the foundation modules MBA 501A, MBA 501B and MBA 501C) as determined by the program director.
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Curriculum
The certificate will consist of 4 courses: 2 required courses (BUAN 571 and BUAN 572) and 2 elective courses for a total of 12 credits. Students without business knowledge in statistics, management science, and information systems may need to take up to 3 credits of extra foundational MBA courses.
Curriculum Guide
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Required Courses |
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BUAN 571 – Introduction to Business Analytics |
3 Credits |
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BUAN 572 – Data Mining |
3 Credits |
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Elective Courses (Select 2) |
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BUAN 573 – Business Analytics Using R |
3 Credits |
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BUAN 574 – Business Forecasting Models |
3 Credits |
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BUAN 575 – Business Simulation |
3 Credits |
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BUAN 576 – Business Database Management Systems |
3 Credits |
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BUAN 577 – Data Visualization |
3 Credits |
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BUAN 588 – Business Analytics Using Python |
3 Credits |
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Prerequisite Modules (if applicable) |
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MBA 501A – Statistics Module |
1 Credit |
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MBA 501B – Management Science Module |
1 Credit |
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MBA 501C – Information Management Module |
1 Credit |
Beyond the Classroom
Center for Practical Learning
Students have the opportunity to enrich their professional preparation to compliment the academic rigor of their program.
Graduate Assistantships
Graduate Assistants, who assist faculty in the delivery of course content, receive a stipend as well as tuition scholarships.
Beyond the Classroom
Center for Practical Learning
Students have the opportunity to enrich their professional preparation to compliment the academic rigor of their program.
Graduate Assistantships
Graduate Assistants, who assist faculty in the delivery of course content, receive a stipend as well as tuition scholarships.
Graduate Education at Scranton
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Outcomes
Business Analytics Career Outcomes
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects double-digit employment growth for management analysts and market research analysts from 2016 to 2026.
Jobs in the Field
business analyst, data scientist, management analyst, market research analyst, operations research analyst and quantitative analyst
Outcomes
Business Analytics Career Outcomes
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects double-digit employment growth for management analysts and market research analysts from 2016 to 2026.
Jobs in the Field
business analyst, data scientist, management analyst, market research analyst, operations research analyst and quantitative analyst
Mission Statement of the Operations and Analytics Department
Mission Statement of the Operations and Analytics Department
Accreditation
AACSB accreditation is a seal of approval that reflects the quality of a business school. It ensures that the students are learning relevant material; evaluation is done every five years including self-evaluations, peer reviews, committee reviews, faculty qualifications and curriculum.
Accreditation
AACSB accreditation is a seal of approval that reflects the quality of a business school. It ensures that the students are learning relevant material; evaluation is done every five years including self-evaluations, peer reviews, committee reviews, faculty qualifications and curriculum.
Meet the Program Director
Nabil Tamimi, Ph.D., professor and chair of the Operations Management Department at The University of Scranton, serves as the director of the Master of Science in Business Analytics program. Dr. Tamimi's research interests include quality management and e-commerce. His teaching interests are in the areas of management science, operations management and simulation modeling.
Nabil Tamimi, Ph.D.
Professor & Chair, Operations Management
Ph.D., Temple University M.B.A., The University of Scranton B.S., The Pennsylvania State University
(570) 941-4288nabil.tamimi@scranton.edu
Meet the Program Director
Nabil Tamimi, Ph.D., professor and chair of the Operations Management Department at The University of Scranton, serves as the director of the Master of Science in Business Analytics program. Dr. Tamimi's research interests include quality management and e-commerce. His teaching interests are in the areas of management science, operations management and simulation modeling.
Nabil Tamimi, Ph.D.
Professor & Chair, Operations Management
Ph.D., Temple University M.B.A., The University of Scranton B.S., The Pennsylvania State University
(570) 941-4288nabil.tamimi@scranton.edu
