Data Analytics

Impact business with data-driven insights.

In today’s modern business landscape, data rules supreme. Businesses have an unprecedented wealth of data. Every day, the information available grows, alongside their need for talented data professionals who can organize, analyze and provide insights from that data.

Undoubtedly, there has never been a more opportune or exciting time to enter the dynamic field of data analytics. The demand for data professionals is high. Across industries and around the world, data professionals are now an integral component to business success: they possess the skills and expertise necessary for turning raw data into actions that drive growth.

CIAT is here to partner with you and help you forge our path to success in the business data analytics world. Our data analytics programs help you earn the skills, certifications, and expertise you need to not only break into the field but thrive in your data career. Impact the way businesses operate and solidify your role as a key driver of change by launching or advancing our career in data analytics. A career in data can offer:

  • High Earning Potential
  • Career Growth
  • Job Security
  • Advanced Job Responsibilities
  • Continuous Learning

Join a fast-growing profession:

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of data scientists is expected to grow 35% from 2022 to 2023, which is much faster than the average for all occupations. Roughly 17,700 job openings for data scientists are projected each year, on average, over the next decade.

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Growth Opportunities
Growth Opportunities

Nearly every industry now utilizes data to drive decisions. Data analytics professionals today possess highly marketable skills that are transferable across industries and organizations, giving them the access to a wide range of career and professional development opportunities.

Job Security
Job Security

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 in high demand and will be paramount to the future success of businesses around the world.

Earning Potential
Earning Potential

Data analytics professionals command high annual wages, with the median for some data occupations coming in at well over the average for all occupations.

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Associate's Program

AAS in Business Data Analytics

  • Program Length: 1 - 2 Years

  • Courses: 17

  • Credits: 64

  • Availability:
  • California Institution New Mexico Institution
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Bachelor's Program

Applied Bachelor’s Degree in Software Development

  • Program Length: 3 - 4 Years

  • Courses: 35

  • Credits: 130

  • Availability:
  • California Institution New Mexico Institution
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Certificate Program

Certificate in Database Administration

  • Program Length: 20 Weeks

  • Courses: 4

  • Credits: 16

  • Availability:
  • California Institution New Mexico Institution
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Certificate Program

Certificate in Workflow Deployment

  • Program Length: 20 Weeks

  • Courses: 4

  • Credits: 16

  • Availability:
  • California Institution New Mexico Institution
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Data Analytics - Frequently Asked Questions

Data Analytics is a dynamic field that transforms raw business data into actionable insights. Professionals in this field organize, analyze, and interpret complex data sets to help businesses make informed decisions, drive growth, and gain competitive advantages across various industries.

Data Analytics offers diverse career paths across multiple levels:

  • Entry Level: Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, Data Coordinator
  • Mid Level: Data Scientist, Data Engineer, Analytics Manager
  • Senior Level: Chief Data Officer (CDO), Principal Data Scientist, Director of Data Science

As of 2023, data professionals can expect:

  • Average annual wage for data scientists: $108,020
  • Salary is 55% higher than the median annual wage for all occupations
  • Competitive compensation across related roles like database architects, statisticians, and operations research analysts

Data analytics skills are in high demand across various sectors, including:

  • Finance
  • Healthcare
  • Marketing
  • Technology
  • Retail
  • Manufacturing
  • Consulting
  • E-commerce

The job market for data analytics is extremely promising:

  • U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 35% employment growth from 2022 to 2023
  • Approximately 17,700 job openings for data scientists expected annually over the next decade
  • Significant skills shortage reported by digital leaders

Successful data analytics professionals typically possess:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency in programming languages
  • Advanced software and analysis skills
  • Reporting techniques
  • Critical thinking abilities
  • Data visualization skills
  • Business acumen

CIAT offers multiple pathways, including:

  • Associate's Program in Business Data Analytics
  • Bachelor's Degree in Software Development
  • Certificate Programs in Database Administration
  • Certificate in Workflow Deployment

The data analytics field is rapidly evolving, characterized by:

  • Continuous technological advancements
  • Emerging new analysis tools
  • Constant learning opportunities
  • Rapid technological innovations

Yes! The field values:

  • Transferable analytical skills
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Willingness to learn
  • Adaptability
  • Diverse professional backgrounds

Data analytics professionals:

  • Directly impact business strategy
  • Transform raw data into actionable insights
  • Bridge technology and business decision-making
  • Solve complex business challenges
  • Drive organizational innovation

CIAT provides:

  • Dedicated Career Services department
  • Customized career support
  • Industry-aligned curriculum
  • Certification preparation

Consider data analytics if you:

  • Enjoy working with numbers and data
  • Like solving complex problems
  • Want to make data-driven business decisions
  • Are interested in technology and business strategy
  • Enjoy continuous learning

CIAT offers a career quiz to help you determine if this path matches your interests and skills.

The total cost of your program will depend on factors like program length, number of credits, and any applicable scholarships or transfer credits. Our Admissions and Financial Aid team will provide a personalized estimate based on your situation.

The first step is to connect with one of our Admissions Advisors. They'll learn about your unique goals and needs and help you determine the right program path. From there, you can quickly complete our streamlined online application, submit any required documents, and explore financial aid options - all with personalized guidance.

CIAT accepts up to 75% of eligible credits earned from previous institutions, including community colleges, technical schools, and 4-year universities. Our admissions team will evaluate your official transcripts to determine how many credits can be transferred to your desired program.

In addition to standard college coursework, we also accept credits earned through military training, industry certifications, and general education platforms like CLEP, Straighterline, and Sofia Learning. We aim to help you maximize the value of your past educational investments.

CIAT proudly offers military tuition assistance and benefits to service members in the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard. This includes GI Bill® benefits, Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E), VA STEM Scholarship, VA Yellow Ribbon Program, Active Duty Tuition Assistance, MyCAA Scholarship Programs, and more. Our financial aid experts will work with you to maximize your available funding.

CIAT students have access to a variety of federal aid options, including:

  • Pell Grants:

    Need-based grants that provide up to $6,895 per year and don't need to be repaid.

  • Federal Direct Subsidized Loans:

    Need-based loans where the government pays the interest while you're in school.

  • Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans:

    Loans where you're responsible for the interest, even while in school.

  • Federal PLUS Loans:

    Loans available to graduate students or parents of dependent undergraduate students.

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The Data Talent Gap

Data occupations are rapidly growing. However, the field is developing so quickly that some organizations are having difficulty keeping pace with hiring. In a 2022 survey of hiring managers, Upwork reported data science and analytics as one of the toughest roles to hire.

In 2023, Nash Squared reported that 54% of digital leaders say skills shortages prevented them from keeping up with the pace of change, and that big data, analytics, and data engineering were the number one most scarce skills in the market.

You can help close the data skills gap. Enrolling in a data analytics degree program can help you develop the core competencies necessary for fulfilling rewarding data-oriented roles across industries. With CIAT, you can focus on mastering critical programming languages, software, analysis skills, and reporting techniques that will set you apart in the job market and set you up for long-term career success.

Data Talent Gap

Career Opportunities in the field of Data Analytics

Data analytics skills are in high demand across various industries as organizations increasingly rely on data-driven insights to make informed decisions to gain a competitive edge. By obtaining a degree in data analytics, you can capitalize on numerous job opportunities in fields such as finance, healthcare, marketing, and technology, and more.

Entry Level:

  • Data Analyst
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Data Coordinator

Mid Level:

  • Data Scientist
  • Data Engineer
  • Analytics Manager

Senior Level:

  • Chief Data Officer (CDO)
  • Principal Data Scientist
  • Director of Data Science
CIAT Career Services

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Earning Potential

There’s no question that demand for talented data professionals is, and will continue to be, high. And with that high demand comes competitive salaries and greater earning potential.

In 2023, the annual wage for data scientists was $108,020 on average. That’s 55% higher than the median annual wage for all occupations in the same year. Other data-related occupations–like database architects, statisticians, or operations research analysts–also offer a median annual wage well above the average.

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