Program Syllabus
Set your career in motion as a business analyst. Learn top tools, techniques and AI-powered strategies in 10 weeks.
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Introduction to Business Analytics Science
Learn more about our industry-focused course curriculum, handpicked instructors, and in-demand credentials you’ll earn during this highly-rated learning experience.
Learn the essential tech, tools, and AI-powered techniques that employers are looking for in business analysts.
Get the support you need to meet your unique goals. Whether you’re looking for a promotion or to start a new career, we’re here to help.
They’re living it. Your expert instructors work in the industry today and are eager to pass along their expertise to you. You’ll learn 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.
This course is ideal for professionals looking to build job-critical business analytics and AI skills—whether you’re entering the field, changing careers, or advancing your skills for your current role.
You’ll find a diverse range of students in the classroom, with varying career goals:
Includes those with professional work experience; individuals who may be seeking a promotion or more responsibility but need to have relevant data skills; or may be in a role outside of analytics but looking to expand professional potential by becoming more knowledgeable about analytics.
Includes recent grads looking to enhance their area(s) of study and/or interest and develop skills employers are actively seeking.
Includes those who may have spent several years in a single job or career and want to try something new; may have spent a few years out of the workforce and now want to return to work in a high-growth career.
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.
A university-issued award of completion that verifies knowledge and hands-on experience relevant to the following roles:
Learn Tableau for data visualization and prepare to take the Tableau Desktop Specialist Certification.
10 weeks
Flexible online learning with optional mentor-led live sessions
Flexible payment options are available
Get reimbursed by your employer!On-demand with live sessions
Expert instructors
Prepare for the Tableau Desktop Specialist Certification Exam + earn a University of Virginia-issued award of completion
"My favorite part of the course were the live sessions with the mentor who was a practicing data analyst."
“I was promoted and earned a raise after taking the course.”
"Finding the Business Analytics course was just amazing. It was exactly what I was looking for."
"I'm already using some of the skills I've learned. Specifically, Tableau."
