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Curious. Explorer. Creative. Problem-Solver. Working with data requires a lot more than simply being detail-oriented. If data analytics is a critical part of your daily decision-making, or you would like to shift your career into a data analysis role, then you likely possess a strong desire to know more and dig deeper into puzzling questions, have a knack for pattern recognition, and drive towards finding meaningful solutions. These attributes are applicable in nearly any field that uses large data sets to inform decisions.
Use your strengths to gain an advantage in your industry. This online data analysis certificate can help you develop the practical skills to collect, analyze, and interpret data to make better decisions based on strong statistical techniques.
This data analysis certificate is designed for practitioners looking to derive answers from raw data, including "big data" sets, using a comprehensive range of statistical analyses and methods. If you're responsible for organizing and analyzing complex data, even if you don't have a statistics background, the online Graduate Certificate in Data Analysis can help you:
With a focus on the immediate application of gained skills to your current projects at work, the online data analysis certificate is tailored to professionals who may be working with data and statistics in any industry, including:
With a convenient online format suited for working professionals, students learn core skills and choose elective options to gain specialized knowledge specific to their educational or career goals. You will learn to:
The skills you gain in this program are portable across industries, wherever your career takes you.
Data analysts collect, process, and perform statistical analyses of large amounts of information. Depending on your training and level of expertise, professionals who work with data may be:
CSU's Department of Statistics faculty are active researchers and practitioners in the field. Often sought by companies and organizations for their expertise, our faculty consult outside the university in order to help solve current problems that require innovative solutions. These real-world scenarios are then brought into the online classroom, so students learn the most relevant and current practices and techniques.
Students who complete the data analysis certificate online receive the same high-quality education and credentials as students on campus.
Online students have the added benefit of a flexible schedule that allows you to:
The Department of Statistics takes a "students first" approach to communication and makes every effort to work with students on their schedule to help solve roadblocks or problems.
Note: The Graduate Certificate in Data Analysis provides you with a solid background in performing statistical data analysis and is not intended to lead into the Master of Applied Statistics degree. To be successful in this program, you should have completed at least an algebra course and a statistics course at the undergraduate level. Learn more about our admission requirements and how to apply.
This program requires the completion of 10 credits.
You must be admitted to this program for the certificate to appear on your official University transcript.
Please note that this certificate does not lead into the Master of Applied Statistics program.
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Note: Additional coursework may be required due to prerequisites.
For full consideration, submit your application and supporting documents prior to the deadline date. The program starts each fall. Students who completed prior program coursework may be considered for admission in the spring term.
| Fall semester | June 1 |
Start your application online and upload materials directly into the online system. You can save your progress and return any time.
Apply NowMeeting the minimum requirements does not ensure admission to the certificate program. Admission is based on a number of factors, including prior academic and professional experience, your personal statement, and fit with the program.
Prepare the materials below and upload when you apply online.
Complete the online graduate application and pay the nonrefundable application processing fee (payable online). As soon as you have completed the required information, please submit your application. Your application will not be reviewed until it is complete and all required materials have been received.
Request one official transcript from the institution where you earned your bachelor’s degree. Transcripts must be received directly from the originating institution to be considered official. Transcripts from Colorado State University are not required.
Electronic (preferred): Digital Transcripts must be submitted by the originating institution using a secure service such as parchment, eScrip-Safe, the National Student Clearinghouse, or e-Quals. Transcripts received via emails are considered unofficial. Use institution code 4075 for Colorado State University or gradadmissions@colostate.edu if the secure service requires an email address.
Mail (if necessary): Graduate Admissions Colorado State University – Office of Admissions 1062 Campus Delivery Fort Collins, CO 80523-1062
View your application status at any time to ensure your application checklist is complete or to check on updates.
Once your complete application, including supporting materials, is received, the department admission committee will review your application and notify you of their decision.
Proof of English language proficiency is required for applicants from countries or United States territories where there are official languages other than (or in addition to) English. This includes the U.S. territories of American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and Puerto Rico.
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