Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics Online
Fast-track your way toward a deeper understanding of how to interpret and apply business analytics. Gain highly valued insights into the use of data to identify trends and make sound business decisions.
Program Overview
Accelerate your understanding of business analytics
Designed for working professionals, the AACSB-accredited Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics online program quickly and affordably provides a multidisciplinary understanding of the theories and practical applications of business analytics. The comprehensive curriculum covers data-based decision-making, predictive analytics, applied business intelligence and more.
In 100% online courses taught by supportive, experienced faculty, you will explore data methods and frameworks to extract actionable insights, forecast market behavior and resolve business issues. Learn how to use data visualization to communicate findings to diverse stakeholders. Gain in-demand expertise and complete this certificate program in as few as six months.
Upon completing this business analytics certificate online program, you will be able to:
- Apply statistical and logical techniques to describe and evaluate data for decision-making
- Utilize data analysis and strategic decision-making models and frameworks to investigate firm and market behavior
- Use multiple data analytics frameworks to interpret and share results with diverse stakeholders
- Apply statistical and logical techniques to describe and evaluate data for decision-making
- Utilize data analysis and strategic decision-making models and frameworks to investigate firm and market behavior
- Use multiple data analytics frameworks to interpret and share results with diverse stakeholders
Career opportunities in business analytics:
- Business Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Data Analytics Consultant
- Marketing Analytics Director
- Marketing Analyst
- Operations and Supply Chain Analyst
- Business Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Data Analytics Consultant
- Marketing Analytics Director
- Marketing Analyst
- Operations and Supply Chain Analyst
Graduate programs also available:
St. Cloud State offers additional graduate certificates and a Master of Business Administration online. Check out our MBA and other graduate certificate online programs.
Accreditation
The Herberger Business School at St. Cloud State University is accredited by AACSB International (AACSB). Less than 6% of the world’s schools offering business degree programs hold AACSB business accreditation. We are one of two business schools in Minnesota to hold AACSB accreditation for 45+ years, showing a long-standing record of excellence.
Tuition
Benefit from affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition
Our accredited online graduate certificate program offers the same tuition to all in-state and out-of-state students. Tuition is affordable and includes all fees.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grad Cert – Business Analytics | $633 | $1,900 | $5,700* |
*Tuition includes all standard fees and is subject to change without notice. The University reserves the right to increase tuition and fees at any time. Local students may opt-in to additional fees giving them access to several on-campus resources. Click here for more information on the cost of attendance for St. Cloud State University.
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Our next start date is coming up soon
The online graduate certificate program from St. Cloud State features 7-week courses and multiple start dates each year. Choose the start date that is best for you.
| Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall A | 8/31/25 | 8/18/25 | 8/25/25 | 8/27/25 | 9/9/25 |
| Fall B | 10/26/25 | 10/13/25 | 10/13/25 | 10/22/25 | 11/4/25 |
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It’s easy to apply to this business analytics cert
Our streamlined admission process makes it easy for you to get started right away. Please read the admission requirements to ensure you qualify.
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- 2.75 undergraduate GPA
- No GMAT required
Application Requirements
- Professional resume
- Contact information for two professional references
- $65 application fee
- Short-answer questions, limit to 1200 characters/about 200 words (Note: counter in the system counts characters):
- How will this graduate certificate program contribute to your personal or professional growth?
- As a graduate student, what do you aspire to contribute to the certificate courses and your fellow students?
Transcripts
Please submit transcripts from all colleges attended. We will accept unofficial transcripts at the time of application; however, official transcripts will need to be submitted before the end of the first term in the program. St. Cloud State staff will download official transcripts for graduates of St. Cloud State and Minnesota State Colleges and Universities.
Non-St. Cloud State/Minnesota State transcripts may be ordered through the records office and delivered electronically to:
- Parchment – St. Cloud State University >> Graduate Admissions
- National Student Clearinghouse – St. Cloud State University >> Graduate Admissions
Official paper and international transcripts may be mailed to:
School of Graduate Studies
720 4th Ave S
St. Cloud, MN 56301
Courses
Preview the business analytics certificate courses
To earn the Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics online, you must complete three courses (nine credit hours).
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