Certificate in Business Analytics

Applicants must have earned a bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 2.75 or higher from an accredited institution.

Applicants who hold an undergraduate degree from an institution where the language of instruction is not English must demonstrate English proficiency by taking either:

• TOEFL (minimum scores are: 550 paper-based, 213 computer-based, and 80 internet-based)
• IELTS (minimum score is 6.5)
• Pearson Test of English – Academic (minimum score is 53)
• Cambridge English – Advanced
• Duolingo (test score of 105 or above may substitute for TOEFL or IELTS)

Applicants can take the Duolingo English Test online at any time without traveling to a test center.

TOEFL and IELTS test scores are considered official when sent by the testing center directly to our school. When requesting the official scores, please refer to the Florida International University Institution code 5206.

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Students must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Microsoft Access is also highly recommended.

STEP 1: Apply for the Program

• Complete the Graduate Certificate Application. Select “Create User Account” (unless you have created one previously). Complete all required fields.
• There is a non-refundable application fee of US $30.00.

STEP 2: Submit all materials

Submit your completed application and all supporting documentation to:

FIU – Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics
Chapman Graduate School of Business
Florida International University
11200 SW 8th Street, CBC 200
Miami, Florida 33199

1. Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges and/or universities. If the official transcripts are not in English, a second copy of the transcript must be evaluated by an official translation agency that is accredited by NACES and sent to our mailing address above.
   
   
2. Official proof of degree. A notarized copy of the original diploma is required if the degree is not posted on the official transcript(s).
   
   
3. Resume. Include any IT experience, especially if you do not have a Bachelor in Information Systems/Technology.
   
   
4. Applicants who hold an undergraduate degree from an institution where the language of instruction is not English must demonstrate English proficiency by taking either:
   
   
   • TOEFL (minimum scores are: 550 paper-based, 213 computer-based, and 80 internet-based)
   • IELTS (minimum score is 6.5)
   • Pearson Test of English – Academic (minimum score is 53)
   • Cambridge English – Advanced
   • Duolingo (test score of 105 or above may substitute for TOEFL or IELTS)

   
   Applicants can take the Duolingo English Test online at any time without traveling to a test center.

   TOEFL and IELTS test scores are considered official when sent by the testing center directly to our school. When requesting the official scores, please refer to the Florida International University Institution code 5206.
   
   

5. Proof of US residency/citizenship
   Florida Residents: Two proofs of residency. Documents must be dated one year prior to the term you are seeking admissions. For a list of acceptable documents please click here.

STEP 3: Check Application Status

To check the status of your application, please call 305.348.4347 or e-mail at isbagrad@fiu.edu.

Students will gain a core foundation of knowledge database management, business statistical analysis and analytics mechanisms and tools.

The certificate program may be completed over six months and requires completion of 15 credits (five courses).

• QMB 6357C Business Statistical Analysis
• ISM 6205 Database Management
• ISM 6208 Data Warehousing
• ISM 6136 Business Analytics Applications
• ISM 6404 Business Data Visualization and Reporting

Courses are offered in various formats- either fully online, hybrid, or face-to-face on weekends or evenings.

Students who complete the first 12 credits of the Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics program with a GPA of 3.25 or higher, may be eligible for admission to the Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) degree program. Appropriate courses from the certificate program may be transferred into the MSIS degree program.

Please click here for more information on the Master of Science in Information Systems Program.

The total cost of the certificate program is $13,600, with a cost of $2,720 per course.

Several private loan options exist for students wishing to pursue the graduate certificate program. For additional information please contact the Chapman Graduate School, Financial Aid Office at cobfa@fiu.edu or 305.348.8045.

The graduate certificate program is not currently eligible for the State of Florida tuition waiver.