Undergraduate Certificate in Analytics – Online
The Undergraduate Certificate in Analytics empowers you with practical, in-demand data analytics skills along with a fundamental understanding of data literacy.
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Overview
Northeastern’s Undergraduate Certificate in Analytics allows professionals in any field to learn practical project data analytics skills, data structure and management, statistical literacy, and analytical thinking.
Through targeted coursework you’ll also learn today’s in-demand programming and data visualization tools, including R, Python, Tableau, Qlik, and Power BI.
Our convenient and flexible certificate program allows you to add or sharpen data analytics skills, better prepare for entry-level positions, and advance your current career.
The credits earned from this certificate can be applied to earn your BS in Analytics or BS in Information Technology degree.
Program objectives
- To learn practical project data analytics skills, data structure and management, statistical literacy, and analytical thinking.
- Build experience with today’s in-demand programming and data visualization technologies.
Unique Features
- Earn your certificate on your schedule—100% online.
- Learn in-demand statistical programming and data visualization tools, including R, Python, Tableau, Qlik, and Power BI.
- Build your resumé as you learn through real-world data analytics projects.
- Stack your certificate credits into our BS in Analytics or BS in Information Technology and receive two university credentials upon completion of your bachelor’s degree.
Career Prospects
The program also provides working professionals with the opportunity to gain analytics skills and integrate them into any career—beyond data analyst—that involves working with data or analysis.
Popular Jobs
| Job Title | Growth Rate | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Data scientist | 35% | $103,500K |
| Operations Research Analyst | 23% | $85,720K |
| Management Analyst | 10% | $95,290K |
| Market Research Analyst | 13% | $68,230 |
Program Curriculum
For details on required courses, concentrations, and electives, please consult the current academic catalog.
Community
Market Research Analyst is #4 in Best Business Jobs for 2022 (U.S. News & World Report, 2022)
Cost and Tuition
Cost Per Credit
Estimated Total Tuition
This is an estimate based on the tuition rates for Academic Year 2025-2026 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time. Select programs at select campuses offer additional scholarships of up to 25% off the listed price for domestic students studying on campus. For more detailed information, please visit Student Financial Services.
For students interested in pursuing financial assistance or educational loans, additional educational costs, known as Cost of Attendance (COA) components, can be included in the calculation of aid and loan eligibility. Components may include food, housing, books, course materials, supplies, equipment, transportation, personal expenses, and the cost of obtaining a first professional licensure. You can find comprehensive details on the Student Financial Services website. Please keep in mind that COA can vary significantly depending on academic program, enrollment intensity, and individual circumstances.
Application Deadlines
The deadlines below are recommended; however, admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis and applications submitted after these deadlines will still be considered for the upcoming term.
The domestic deadlines below allow time for those transferring credits. More details.
Domestic Application Deadlines
International Application Deadlines*
*International deadlines are only applicable if the program is F1 compliant.
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