Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics and Finance

Understand key aspects of business analytics and financial concepts, including data analysis skills, financial principles, and the application of analytical insights to inform decisions regarding budgets, capital allocations, pricing strategies, and forecasting.
 
Program Type: CERTIFICATE, MBA
 

Transform Data into Strategic Financial Decisions

In today’s data-driven business world, success depends on the ability to extract meaningful insights from financial and operational data. CBU’s Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics and Finance combines cutting-edge analytical skills with financial expertise, preparing you to make data-informed decisions that drive business value.

Why Business Analytics and Finance? Why Now?

Modern business demands professionals who can:

  • Transform raw data into actionable insights
  • Make data-driven financial decisions
  • Identify market opportunities through analytics
  • Drive ROI through data-backed strategies

Program Benefits

Master Essential Skills

  • Data analysis techniques 
  • Financial modeling and forecasting 
  • Predictive analytics 
  • Financial decision-making 

Career Enhancement 

  • Complete the program in just two or three eight-week terms 
  • Three 8-week courses (9 credit hours total) 
  • Flexible scheduling for working professionals 
  • Option to apply credits toward CBU’s MBA program 

Who Should Pursue This Certificate? 

This program is ideal for: 

  • Financial analysts and professionals 
  • Data analysts seeking financial expertise 
  • Managers needing analytical skills 
  • Entrepreneurs and business owners

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Applied Learning Approach

  • Real-world case studies 
  • Hands-on strategic projects 
  • Interactive workshops 
  • Practical tools and templates 

The Perfect Balance of Flexibility and Community 

Unlike many programs that have moved entirely online, CBU’s graduate certificates maintain the vital community aspect of business education while providing modern flexibility. Our approach combines:

  • Weekly two-hour sessions (either on campus or virtual) 
  • Asynchronous online content you complete on your schedule 
  • Small class sizes averaging 10-15 students 
  • Strong student-professor relationships 
  • Expert faculty with extensive professional experience 

Graduate Certificate Required Courses

  • CMBA 603 Accounting Principles for Financial Statement Analysis
  • CMBA 604 Financial Management
  • CMBA 655 Data Analytics and Visualization

Admission Requirements 

Admission requirements to the Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics and Finance program are based on an overall evaluation of your educational needs and career objectives. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.

A complete application consists of the following: 

  1. GRADUATE PROGRAM APPLICATION
    Select Graduate for Application Type 
    Select Graduate Special/Non-Degree Seeking for Student Type 
    Select “Yes” to indicate you will pursue a certificate 
    Select the “Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics and Finance” 
  2. OFFICIAL COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPT SHOWING BACHELOR’S DEGREE AWARDED (AND MASTER’S DEGREE AWARDED IF APPLICABLE)
  3. CURRENT RESUME/CV

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