Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics Online
Improve your ability to utilize data to become a trusted decision-maker in any organization. Upskill with the latest tools and strategies in data mining, supply chain logistics, predictive analytics and more.
Program Overview
Discover the accelerated Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics online
Take the initiative to develop advanced skills with our 100% online Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics program and prepare to reach the next level of your career as a high-impact, data-driven decision-maker. Whether you want to add credentials to your current role as a data scientist or aspire to pivot to the analytics field, this certificate gives you expertise in data visualization, predictive analytics, marketing, supply chain logistics and text mining.
Each online data analytics course provides valuable, graduate-level knowledge you can utilize immediately in your portfolio and apply to your career. You need a bachelor’s degree to enroll in this program, and the credits earned may be applied directly toward a SOSU MBA degree. Already have your master’s degree? The in-demand skillset this certificate offers will complement your graduate education.
In this online data analytics program, you will acquire:
- Data-mining techniques (CRISP-DM)
- Critical-thinking abilities to succeed in today’s analytical and data-driven economy
- Specialized knowledge to help you make data-driven marketing decisions
- Analytical methods that apply to supply chain logistics including transportation, warehousing, inventory control and supply chain design
- Experience with career-relevant tools such as Excel, Tableau, R, Python, RapidMiner and Azure ML
- Data-mining techniques (CRISP-DM)
- Critical-thinking abilities to succeed in today’s analytical and data-driven economy
- Specialized knowledge to help you make data-driven marketing decisions
- Analytical methods that apply to supply chain logistics including transportation, warehousing, inventory control and supply chain design
- Experience with career-relevant tools such as Excel, Tableau, R, Python, RapidMiner and Azure ML
Upon completion of this online Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics program, you will be prepared to act as a leading decision-maker in roles such as:
- Business Owner
- Supply Chain Manager
- Marketing Manager
- Personal Financial Advisor
- Financial Analyst
- Management Analyst
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Business Analytics Specialist
- Management Consultant
- Operations Analyst
- Business Owner
- Supply Chain Manager
- Marketing Manager
- Personal Financial Advisor
- Financial Analyst
- Management Analyst
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Business Analytics Specialist
- Management Consultant
- Operations Analyst
Other online business programs also available
In addition to the Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics, SE also offers an MBA in Data Analytics along with a wide range of other MBA concentrations. Check out our all our MBA online degree programs .
Accreditation
The John Massey School of Business at Southeastern Oklahoma State University is accredited by AACSB International (AACSB).
Tuition
At SOSU, tuition is affordable
SOSU is committed to providing an outstanding education that is also affordable. Tuition is structured to give you the best value and flexibility.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Program* |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Certificate – Data Analytics | $380 | $4,560 |
*University reserves the right to change tuition and fees at any time.
Financial Aid
Note: Approval of awarding Financial Aid from the Department of Education for this new program is pending.
Contact Us
Student Financial Aid Office425 W. University Blvd.
Durant, OK 74701-3347
Phone: 580-745-2186
Fax: 580-745-7469
Email: [email protected]
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Review important dates for your online certificate program
There's no better time to begin your Graduate Certificate – Data Analytics program than now. We offer the convenience of a simple application process and multiple start dates—you don't have to apply months before you want to start earning your certificate.
| 8 week courses | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring I | 1/13/25 | 12/16/24 | 12/16/24 | 1/10/25 | 2/25/25 | 3/2/25 |
| Summer I | 5/12/25 | 4/28/25 | 4/28/25 | 5/9/25 | 6/1/25 | 6/29/25 |
| Fall I | 8/18/25 | 8/4/25 | 8/4/25 | 8/15/25 | 9/15/25 | 10/5/25 |
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Admissions
Discover our streamlined admission process for this online data analytics degree
Southeastern Oklahoma State University's online graduate certificate programs have specific requirements that applicants must meet to enroll. Please read the admission guidelines to ensure you qualify.
- Online Application
- Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum 2.5 GPA
- No GMAT
To meet the admission requirements for SOSU's online graduate certificate program, you must meet one of the following criteria:
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 3.0 overall GPA or minimum 3.0 GPA in the last 60 semester hours of courses, or
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 2.5 overall GPA or minimum 2.75 GPA in last 60 semester hours of courses, AND at least three years of continuous professional work experience, or
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 2.5 overall GPA or minimum 2.75 GPA in last 60 semester hours of courses, AND a portfolio consisting of a letter of application which outlines the applicant's career goals and objectives and how a graduate certificate will enhance them; a current resume, three professional letters of recommendation, or
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university and at least 9 hours in a graduate program from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and must be in good standing at previous university.
- No GMAT is required for the Southeastern Oklahoma State University online graduate certificate.
Non-Business Undergraduate Course Requirements:
For students entering the Graduate Certificate – Data Analytics program whose undergraduate degree is not in business, finance or a related field, pre-requisite coursework may be required before enrolling in economics, accounting, finance, or data analysis courses. Students must satisfy pre-requisite coursework or present proof of coursework equivalency for the following:
- BUS 2633 Business Statistics
Our certificate program is designed for students with diverse undergraduate backgrounds and is suitable for business and non-business graduates. If you do not have a bachelor's in business, pre-requisites can be satisfied online, with a 1-week leveling course. Our Enrollment Specialists will be able to provide you with more information on this 1-week course.
This certificate program requires a working
knowledge of inferential statistics. If students are lacking in this area, they
should consider a course or refresher before enrolling in the certificate
program.
International Application and Admissions Requirements: Please note, unfortunately, students with an F-1 visa are ineligible for online programs.
- Complete the application. There is a non-refundable $30 application fee.
- Academic Records:
- Original final post-secondary transcript(s) from each college or university attended within the United States.
- Post-secondary records from outside the U.S. must be course-by-course analyzed by a NACES (www.NACES.org) educational credential evaluation service such as IERF or WES or ECE.
- English Proficiency: Internet-based TOEFL score of 79 or an IELTS Academic score of 6.5; taken within 2 years of enrollment.
- For TOEFL, have your score report sent to Southeastern (institution code: 6657).
- For IELTS, let us know your TRF number.
- You do not need TOEFL or IELTS scores if you meet one of the following:
- English is your first language from a country whose official language is English
- You have a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. college or university
- You have a bachelor’s degree from an English speaking country
Official sealed transcripts from all previous institutions should be sent to Southeastern Oklahoma State University:
Southeastern Oklahoma State University/Registrar425 W. University Blvd.
Durant, OK 74701-3347
Email: [email protected]
Courses
Gain graduate-level skillsets in these data analytics courses
For the Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics online program, you must complete the following coursework, which consists of four core courses.
Note: Leveling courses are self-paced and do not have a specific start and end date. Please check with your advisor or degree plan to understand when the courses should be completed.