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Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics for Technology

Certificate Overview

Looking for a quick way to enhance your technical skills to help organizations make better decisions in a data-driven world?

The Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics for Technology is a four-course program that can be taken post-bachelor’s degree, post-master’s degree or as part of a master’s degree program.

This program is comprised of many contemporary tools, concepts & techniques in high demand such as machine learning, data management, problem solving, systems implementation & management, statistical analysis tools and programming languages used in analytics.

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Curriculum 

The Data Analytics for Technology Certificate is a 12-credit hour/four course program.

Design your schedule to meet your needs and interests based on the following options:

Required:

  • MIS 7190 – Programming for Business
  • MIS 7660 – Advanced Database Management
  • MIS 7620 – Business Machine Learning I
  • MIS 7621 – Business Machine Learning II

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Benefits

  • Certified – Offered through the University of Memphis Fogelman College of Business & Economics, which is 100% AACSB accredited.

  • Flexible – Classes are available in both traditional classroom and fully online formats. The certificate can be completed quickly with available sections in summer, fall and spring semesters.

  • Expandable – Classes taken to earn the Certificate can count toward a master’s degree in Information Services for degree-seeking students.

  • Connected – Take advantage of the tremendous networking opportunities with other professionals in your career.

  • Extended-Residency – Graduates of the MSIS degree program and the Project Management Certificate program may apply for extended months of OPT after completion of both programs during the same semester.

  • High-Demand – There is a continuously increasing level of demand from the business community and advisory boards for individuals with specialized project management training.

  • Continued-Learning – By enrolling in this Project Management Certificate program you can earn PDUs to maintain a PMP Certification.

 

Admission Requirements


  • U.S. bachelor’s degree or its equivalent, awarded by an accredited college or university. The MSIS program will consider three-year degrees from accredited institutions.

  • 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale).

  • GRE or GMAT (to inquire about GRE/GMAT waivers, please email Anna Myers at ammyers@memphis.edu

  • English Proficiency if applicable.

Next Steps


For more information, please contact

Dr. Sandy Schaeffer
Email | 901.678.2697
 
To apply, please contact the Graduate Programs Office (GPO)

101 Fogelman College Admin. Bldg.
GPO Website | Email GPO | Phone: 901.678.3721 | Fax: 901.678.4705