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Become a Business Analyst
*Salary ranges and job titles are based on Glassdoor.com data
Advance your career
Start or grow your Business Analytics career
Proven interview tips and techniques
Career coaching and workshops
Resume review and optimization
Vastly improves your marketability
Increases your opportunity for promotion and better wages
Sets the groundwork for a career transition
Our 10-week course will take you from strategic foundation to job-ready execution
Data visualization fundamentals
Learn the basics of SQL
AI + Machine Learning in Business Analytics
Prepare to take the Tableau Desktop Specialist Certification
Extracting actionable data insights
Understanding signal vs. noise
Planning and measuring business impact
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Not satisfied? Drop within 7 days after the course start and you’ll receive a full refund.
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Your expert instructors
They’re living it. Your expert instructors work in the industry today and are eager to pass along their expertise to you. You’ll explore innovative techniques and technologies from our roster of handpicked industry pros. Gain real-world insights and deep knowledge to prepare you for today’s in-demand jobs.
Megan Dixon
Director of Data Science, Assurance IQ, Prudential
Eric Johnson
Data Scientist, Facebook
Tatiana Sorokina
Data Scientist, Novartis
Annu Kristipati
Analytics Consultant, 4 Mile Analytics, Looker
See what our learners have to say
“Would I recommend this program to someone else? 100% Yes!”
William Twibell
"My favorite part of the course were the live sessions with the mentor who was a practicing data analyst."
Nikki Smith
“I was promoted and earned a raise after taking the course.”
Marci Gray
"Finding the Business Analytics course was just amazing. It was exactly what I was looking for."
Liz Barbosa
"This type of course really helps streamline your thinking."
Lisa Miller
"I'm already using some of the skills I've learned. Specifically, Tableau."
Sam Henry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Talent Ladder?
The Talent Ladder offers comprehensive, innovative training solutions to employers, organizations, and individuals facing talent shortages and skill gaps. We create training programs that attract, develop, and upskill the workforce and offer college credit toward degrees in the process. We connect training to education through credit-eligible micro-credentials.
Will I receive credit for this course?
Yes… this training certificate is eligible for 3 hours of college credit if you seek ongoing degree work through IWU. If the outcomes align with a course in your program, you could get full course credit. If it does not, you will receive general elective credit.
If I enroll in this program, am I considered a University of Arizona student?
No, participants in these noncredit programs are not admitted to or enrolled in a University of Arizona for-credit program. Program participants will not be issued a student ID card (CatCard), and they will not have access to on-campus recreational facilities, library privileges, computer labs, discounts, or other admitted-student benefits.
Is this program eligible for the University of New Mexico Tuition Remission?
This course is Tuition Remission eligible under Professional Development for UNM Staff, Faculty, and Retirees.
To register using tuition remission, download, and complete UNM's Tuition Remission form. Once complete email the form to CERegistration@unm.edu. (Please be sure to include your preferred cohort start date, course number and program cost of $2500)
NOTE: Tuition Remission pricing is $2500 until June 30, 2025 and is not eligible for the discounted price or payment plans.
What’s the job outlook for Business Analysts?
The Bureau of Labor and Statistics projects Data Analytics and Business Analytics job growth to be 25% over the next ten years. In comparison, 10% job growth is above average. Business Analytics is experiencing amazing job growth! Why? The expansion of data. In this year alone, we’ll likely produce 50 times more data than we did in the last ten years combined. Hidden in that data are the stories that show where we succeeded and where future success most likely lies. Skills in data manipulation tools such as SQL and Tableau are coveted. In a contracting market, businesses will rely more and more on data and those that interpret it.
Who is the ideal candidate for this program?
Characteristics of an ideal candidate include someone who is tech-savvy and inquisitive; driven and motivated to learn and apply new skills; curious about other disciplines in Business Analytics; has a desire to understand and apply data; is a metrics-oriented multi-tasker with some Excel experience who can balance the time commitment required for the program with other responsibilities.
Our program is ideal for:
- Recent graduates looking to build practical, hands-on skill sets
- Business professionals looking to improve their analytics skills
- Experienced professionals re-entering the workforce
- Working professionals looking to make a shift into business analytics or expanding potential by becoming more knowledgeable about data-informed decision-making
- Entrepreneurs seeking to grow their business by utilizing a set of analytics tools
This program will prepare graduates for roles similar to:
- Business Analyst
- Business Operations Specialist
- Business Operations Analyst
- Operations Analyst
- Associate Data Analyst
- Sales/Marketing/Finance Analyst or Manager
- And more…
Have additional questions? Email us at support@ziplines.com and someone from our admissions team will get back to you.
Is career support available?
Yes. We have a Career Hub with on-demand career modules, resources, and workshops dedicated to helping you meet your career goals.
Is job placement included?
We do not offer job placement as part of our career support. However, we do provide you with the tools to be successful in your job search.
What types of roles can you get after the course?
This program will prepare graduates for roles similar to:
- Business Analyst
- Business Operations Specialist
- Business Operations Analyst
- Operations Analyst
- Associate Data Analyst
- Sales/Marketing/Finance Analyst or Manager
- And more…
Will I have a completed portfolio at the end of the course?
The course and the Playbook exercises will provide you with content to create a portfolio, but you are responsible for creating a portfolio on the platform of your choice.
How many hours a week should I expect to spend on the program?
You should expect to spend six to eight hours engaging with on-demand content created by industry experts, including hands-on activities and assignments in the online learning management system (LMS). Additionally, optional (but recommended) weekly live/online group sessions (two hours) are available for engaging in real-time with peers, mentors, and industry experts.
Will I earn a certificate?
After successfully completing your course, you’ll receive an official Certificate in Business Analytics from Gonzaga University and verification of continuing education credits.
You will also prepare to take the Tableau Desktop Specialist Certification. Included in this course is one full year of access to Tableau eLearning content (a $120 value)
Yes, you will earn an award of completion that verifies knowledge and hands-on experience in Business Analytics.
You will also prepare to take the Tableau Desktop Specialist Certification. Included in this course is one full year of access to Tableau eLearning content (a $120 value)
Will I earn a certificate?
Yes, you will earn a university-issued certificate of completion that verifies knowledge and hands-on experience in Business Analytics.
You will also prepare to take the Tableau Desktop Specialist Certification. Included in this course is one full year of access to Tableau eLearning content (a $120 value)
Yes, you will earn an award of completion that verifies knowledge and hands-on experience in Business Analytics.
You will also prepare to take the Tableau Desktop Specialist Certification. Included in this course is one full year of access to Tableau eLearning content (a $120 value)
What do I need to do to pass the course?
In order to receive a certificate of completion, learners must complete 100% of online coursework, achieve 70% or better on each module assessment, and submit all Strategic Business Analytics Playbooks.
In order to receive an award of completion, learners must complete 100% of online coursework, achieve 70% or better on each module assessment, and submit all Strategic Business Analytics Playbooks.
What payment options are offered?
Great question! There are multiple options to pay for this course. The first way is to pay upfront, online. This option also provides the largest savings.
We offer both installment and financing options. To find out if you qualify for either of these payment options, fill out the enrollment form to be directed to the payment page. From there you can click on the "Get Qualified" link to see what options are available.
Did you know that 92% of employers offer tuition reimbursement? Our guide gives you suggestions and templates for how to ask your employer to cover the cost of the course.
View our reimbursement guide.
What is your cancellation and refund policy?
We are confident in the quality of our learning experience, having supported thousands of learners and received hundreds of 5-star reviews. Because we believe so strongly in the value and impact of our course, we offer a 7-day money-back guarantee from the start date. If the course isn't the right fit for you, you can withdraw within the first week of your course and receive a full refund, no questions asked.
Where does the program take place?
You'll access on-demand content and assignments through our learning platform and join the optional (but recommended) mentor-led live sessions once a week through our video conference platform. The live sessions are recorded. The online learning management system can be accessed on a computer from anywhere with an internet connection.
Will I receive credit for this course?
No, this is a noncredit course. As such, it is not eligible for financial aid. However, many employers offer reimbursement for continuing education so check with your human resources department to determine your eligibility.
This is a non-credit course. As such, it is not eligible for financial aid. However, successful completion of this course may count toward three general elective credits in the online BS in General Business (all concentrations) or toward three general elective credits in the online BS in Business Analytics from LSU. You must be accepted into a degree program at LSU to be considered for these credits.
Is this program offered by Gonzaga University?
We partner with Ziplines Education (formerly GreenFig), a market-driven education company based in Silicon Valley, CA, to offer innovative and highly rated courses that help adult learners and working professionals build work-ready digital skills and earn industry-recognized credentials.
Gonzaga University Center for Lifelong Learning and School of Business Administration are proud to partner with Ziplines Education to offer this certificate. Ziplines Education is an industry-driven education company that delivers practical digital skills and hands-on experience to prepare learners for high-growth careers to offer non-credit academic programs. This course is designed, taught and administered by Ziplines Education, and the curriculum has been vetted and approved by Gonzaga University School of Business Administration. After successfully completing a course, you’ll receive a Certificate in Business Analytics from Gonzaga University and verification of continuing education credits.
The Gonzaga University Center for Lifelong Learning (CLL) offers non-credit professional development and continuing education opportunities to the public. To contact CLL, email CLL@gonzaga.edu or call 509-313-5597.
Who is Ziplines Education?
We partner with Ziplines Education (formerly GreenFig), a market-driven education company based in Silicon Valley, CA, to offer innovative and highly rated courses that help adult learners and working professionals build work-ready digital skills and earn industry-recognized credentials.
We partner with Ziplines Education, a market-driven education company based in Silicon Valley, CA, to offer innovative and highly rated certificate courses that help adult learners and working professionals build work-ready digital skills and earn industry-recognized credentials.
Are Ziplines Education programs eligible for the University of Utah employee tuition reduction?
We partner with Ziplines Education (formerly GreenFig), a market-driven education company based in Silicon Valley, CA, to offer innovative and highly rated courses that help adult learners and working professionals build work-ready digital skills and earn industry-recognized credentials.
No, Ziplines programs do not qualify for the University of Utah tuition reduction. University of Utah employees may benefit from temporary discounts offered by Ziplines and/or Professional Education, but they are not eligible for the 50% tuition reduction. If you have any questions, please contact Professional Education at proed@utah.edu.
What should I know about University of New Hampshire Professional Development and Training?
We partner with Ziplines Education (formerly GreenFig), a market-driven education company based in Silicon Valley, CA, to offer innovative and highly rated courses that help adult learners and working professionals build work-ready digital skills and earn industry-recognized credentials.
UNH Professional Development and Training is dedicated to enhancing the professional knowledge and skills of individuals and organizations by providing a variety of learning experiences, including noncredit workshops, conferences, boot camps, certificate programs, customized corporate trainings and online courses.
Programs are designed to assist professionals in developing new or advanced knowledge and skills in their fields of interest. Instructors are industry experts who provide a balance of theory and practical skills that participants can immediately apply to the workplace.
About University of Oregon Continuing and Professional Education.
We partner with GreenFig, a market-driven education company based in Silicon Valley, CA, to offer innovative and highly rated learning experiences that help adult learners and working professionals build work-ready digital skills and earn industry-recognized credentials.
Through Continuing and Professional Education (CPE), individuals can access non-degree professional development, lifelong learning, and community engagement opportunities. CPE programs are self-support and fee-based; they do not use state dollars. CPE reports to the Division of Student Services and Enrollment Management.
541-346-4231
800-824-2714
cpe@uoregon.edu
This program is offered through the University of Denver’s University College through the Center for Professional Development in partnership with Ziplines Education.
