Why ODU for Big Data & Business Analytics?

Big data and business analytics are an essential part of making sound business decisions. Learn how to mine this vast resource with our graduate certificate in business analytics and big data.

This graduate certificate will give you a background in some of the basic business statistical and modeling/optimization tools used in business analytics. You'll also gain a working knowledge of databases and big data analysis.

When you graduate, you will earn a graduate certificate in Business Analytics and Big Data.

Take this graduate certificate in business analytics alone or as part of ODU's MBA program.

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Total
15 Credit Hours

You will take six courses to complete this certificate:

  • Introduction to Statistics
  • Statistics for Managers
  • Multivariate Statistical Methods for Business
  • Advanced Business Analytics/Big Data Applications
  • Database Management Systems
  • Prescriptive Analytics of Management Science OR Simulation Modeling for Business Systems

Access course materials online from any location. Some classes will have live, regular online meeting times, while others will not. The instructor may schedule assignments and exams at specific times. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

Total
15 Credit Hours

You will take six courses to complete this certificate:

  • Introduction to Statistics
  • Statistics for Managers
  • Multivariate Statistical Methods for Business
  • Advanced Business Analytics/Big Data Applications
  • Database Management Systems
  • Prescriptive Analytics of Management Science OR Simulation Modeling for Business Systems

Access course materials online from any location. Some classes will have live, regular online meeting times, while others will not. The instructor may schedule assignments and exams at specific times. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

Cost & Aid

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In-state Virginia Residents
$620 per credit hour*
Out-of-state Students
$642 per credit hour

Rates are effective Fall 2024 and subject to change.
* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.

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Scholarship Opportunities for Online Students

At ODUGlobal, we offer a variety of scholarships to support and empower you in achieving your academic and career goals, making quality education accessible wherever you are. 

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Careers

This certificate can enhance your current role or lead to new opportunities in a data-centric business environment. Some example career roles include:

Business Intelligence Analysts
Growth
36.0%
Median Salary
$108,020
Financial Quantitative Analysts
Growth
6.2%
Median Salary
$78,310
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
Growth
8.3%
Median Salary
$74,680

ODUGlobal Graduate Admissions Team

Elaine Ross, Assistant Director of Graduate and International Admissions

Contact us at globalgradadmit@odu.edu about admission requirements, deadlines, or anything else you need to know about the application process!

Angel Baker
Applications Coordinator
globalgradadmit@odu.edu
Angela Schlender
Applications Coordinator
globalgradadmit@odu.edu

Ready to Apply?

To take this certificate by itself, you will apply to ODU as a non-degree seeking graduate student. You will also need to apply to this certificate program. An appropriate undergraduate degree is required.

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