Associate of Applied Science in Business Data Analytics

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IT CIS Level: Beginner/Intermediate - CIAT

IT Level:
Beginner/Intermediate

Computer Information Systems Program Length

Program Length:
<2 yrs

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# Of Courses:
17

Number of CIAT CIS Certifications

Languages / Platforms:
10+

Explore our Associate of Applied Science in Business Data Analytics

As data keeps increasing, it creates assets from which business professionals will need to extract crucial information. Technology professionals with expertise in data analytics are increasingly high in demand, and will be paramount to the future success of businesses. This program is the first step towards earning your Bachelor’s Degree in Software Development – Data Analytics concentration.

The Associate of Applied Science in Business Data Analytics provides foundational skills required to extract, load, and transform (ELT) data into common formats and communicating insight from unstructured data. This program prepares students for a variety of positions including Business Analyst, Data Analyst, Data Visualization Analyst, Insights Analyst, and Program Analyst.

Learn the tools you need to collect, format, and analyze large amounts of data, and derive valuable insights. Students will learn the latest programming languages and software methodologies, and at the same time gain crucial IT certifications that will make you stand out from the crowd in this competitive field.

Program Eligibility

To ensure the best completion outcomes, CIAT delivers this degree using a 2 + 2 approach, facilitating students to earn an Associate of Applied Science in Business Data Analytics or Associate of Applied Science in Software Development prior to taking upper-division courses.

  • Prior industry experience needed: None – beginners welcome!
  • Prior industry certifications recommended: N/A

What You’ll Learn

In our Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business Data Analytics degree program, students will learn the foundation of data analytics using industry standard tools including Python, SQL, Tableau, and Power BI and managing data centric project lifecycles.

  • Understand the importance the role of data plays in the business landscape.
  • Successfully create basic to complex data visualizations using Tableau and Power BI to communicate insight from data sets.
  • Evaluate data structures and leverage tools and techniques for cleaning data in preparation for analysis.
  • Design and construct relational databases.
  • Understand data centric project management life cycles and work based schedules associated with data analytics projects.
  • Evaluate the cost, schedule, and performance of a project to ensure compliance with industry requirements related to the project.
  • Apply public speaking, critical thinking, problem solving, technical writing, and working knowledge of IT security and organizational ethics to facilitate a career in the IT field.
  • Evaluate the historical definitions of technology with their strengths and limitations, and gain understanding in the contemporary perspectives on technology that blur the boundaries of machine and human elements, while applying and analyzing job market awareness, job search, resume writing, and job interviewing for demand positions in the IT field.
  • Develop logical reasoning and mathematical analysis skills needed to create algorithms for general Information Technology applications like simulation, mapping, programming, science and research
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We believe you deserve an education worthy of your service. CIAT welcomes military veterans, active duty service members, and spouses using the Post 9/11 GI Bill®, Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E), Active Duty Tuition Assistance, and MyCAA.

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We have high standards and we believe you should too. CIAT has proudly earned accreditation from the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET) listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.

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2021 BEST CYBERSECURITY PROGRAMS

CIAT has been awarded top ranking status in Intelligent.com’s Best Cybersecurity Program review, highlighted as “Best For Industry Certifications”. Evaluated based on curriculum quality, graduation rate, reputation, and post-graduate employment.

2018 Academic Circle of Excellence award badge

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE AWARD

EC Council, the world's largest cybersecurity technical certification organization, awarded CIAT the Circle of Excellence Award two years in a row for our Certified Ethical Hacker certification training courses and career-ready curriculum.

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MILITARY-FRIENDLY

We believe you deserve an education worthy of your service. CIAT welcomes military veterans, active duty service members, and spouses using the Post 9/11 GI Bill®, Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E), Active Duty Tuition Assistance, and MyCAA.

Fully Accredited School

FULLY ACCREDITED

We have high standards and we believe you should too. CIAT has proudly earned accreditation from the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET) listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.

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Request an appointment with one of our IT expert Admissions Advisors for personalized guidance on building your education plan. You’ll be able to book an appointment instantly for a time that fits your schedule. 

Enrollment Deadline - July 24, 2023!

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