Graduate Certificate: Business Intelligence and Data Analytics

In today’s data-driven world, organizations need professionals who can transform complex data into strategic decisions. The Graduate Certificate in Business Intelligence and Data Analytics at the Haskayne School of Business equips you with the skills to extract and interpret data, manage the information technology requirements within an organization and to oversee the introduction of new technologies. 

Designed for professionals looking to upskill or pivot into analytics, this program provides hands-on in-person learning in: 

• Data management
• Statistical analysis
• Business analysis and business improvement
• System analysis and design
• Change management
• Artificial intelligence

To be admitted into this graduate certificate program, applicants must have completed either (a) an undergraduate degree with a GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0) in a quantitative-focused area such as Business/Commerce, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science or Technology, or (b) Master of Business Administration, Master of Management, or (c) an equivalent degree with a GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0) from a recognized/accredited post-secondary institution. Prior work experience is not a requirement for admission.

Applicants for whom English is not a first language must complete either: 

• IELTS: a minimum of 7.0 on the Academic version, with at least 6.0 in each section.
• TOEFL: a minimum of 97 (iBT version) with at least 20 in each section. 

For additional information on admission criteria, please refer to the university's Academic Calendar.

For additional information, contact: gradcert@haskayne.ucalgary.ca 

_{Note: Applicants who do not meet the degree requirements above may be conditionally admitted and will need to successfully complete an introductory course in business technology management (BTMA317 or equivalent) in advance of beginning the Graduate Certificate. If it is determined by the Graduate Program Director that completion of an introductory course is required, that course will not be considered for credit toward the graduate certificate and appropriate tuition rates will be assessed, separate from the cost of the certificate program.}

_{Please note that the certificate program accepts new students for each fall term. Applications open September 15 and close on June 1 each year.}