Business Analytics Graduate Certificate
Develop expertise in a high-demand field. Whether you come from a business or non-business background, you can learn to collect, organize, analyze, optimize and interpret Big Data.
- Offered 100% Online as well as Face-to-Face in Commerce.
- 8 months or less
- 12 credit hours
- No thesis required
Gain the skills to succeed
Data isn't random; it tells the story of countless factors and decisions driving business trends. With a Business Analytics Graduate Certificate from East Texas A&M, you can learn to interpret that story to apply Big Data findings to business challenges. Whether you’re an industry veteran or just starting out, our program is designed to help you develop expertise in the art and science of the high-demand field of business analytics. Learn to collect, organize, analyze and optimize Big Data so you won’t just follow trends, you can lead them.
Spring 2026 Graduate Flex Term.
What Are My Job Opportunities?
A Business Analytics Graduate Certificate can help you hone the skills to analyze data and drive strategic decisions, opening a range of career opportunities across industries.
Career Possibilities
Current Median Salaries from US DOL Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2023
Program Details
Our program offers specialized training in data analysis, statistical methods and data visualization to empower you to make informed, data-driven business decisions.
What Might I Learn?
You will have the opportunity to gain experience in a number of key areas.
Business Intelligence Tools
Train to use Business Intelligence (BI) tools like Tableau and Power BI to analyze, interpret and present data that informs strategic decision-making.
Data Visualization
Develop skills to create compelling visual representations of data to drive business insights and decision-making.
Data Management and SQL
Acquire expertise in managing, querying and manipulating large datasets using SQL and database management systems.
Ethics in Data Analytics
Understand ethical considerations and best practices in data collection, analysis and reporting.
Taking Classes
Designed for your life
Whether you are a full- or part-time student, our Business Analytics Graduate Certificate is specifically designed to meet the needs of current and aspiring professionals. With a focus on flexibility and convenience, this program allows you to earn your degree on your schedule, empowering you to enhance your career without sacrificing your job or personal commitments. Engage with innovative coursework and practical applications from anywhere, and prepare to transform your future.
Online and Face-to-Face
Our program offers courses both fully online and face-to-face at our main campus in Commerce. For an up to date list of current course offerings, locations and meeting times, please check the schedule of classes, which is subject to change.
Curriculum
Our graduate certificate requires the completion of four courses, one each from Groups A, B and C, and one elective course. You are encouraged to select courses based on your expertise (novice vs. advanced) and career interests.
Group A (Choose one)
- Business Analytics for Managers
- Applied Decision Modeling
GROUP B (Choose one)
- Database Management
- Data Warehousing
GROUP C (Choose one)
- Business Analytics Programming (Python Intro)
- Advanced Analytics (R)
Elective Options (Choose one)
- Emergent Technologies & Business Innovation
- Machine Learning
- Data Visualization
Adding Value with Certificates
Enhance your professional qualifications! Earning additional graduate certificates can help complement your skills in data analysis, predictive modeling and business intelligence to unlock new career opportunities in data-driven roles.
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The graduate certificate in Auditing and Forensic Accounting will equip students to gain certifications offered by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE). The twelve semester hours (4 courses) of coursework is eligible to meet requirements for the Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) program should a student wish to pursue it. ACCT 527 & ACCT 562 are in the core curriculum and the remaining courses would meet electives for the MSA.
Economics of U.S. Healthcare Graduate Certificate
A 4-course certificate that provides a better understanding of the U.S. healthcare system and prepares the students for careers as healthcare executives. At the end of the MGT 591 course, the students will receive the Six Sigma Green Belt certification which is a highly desirable qualification in healthcare that focuses on data analysis in Excel.
Operational Excellence Graduate Certificate
The purpose of this certificate is to develop a graduate-level working knowledge of important tools (e.g., Six Sigma and project management software) for successful application in supply chain and project management. By successfully completing the certificate, you will be awarded an Operational Excellence Certificate from East Texas A&M, and Green Belt Six Sigma certificate. All the courses in the Operational Excellence Certificate Program may be applied toward a Master of Science (MS) in our Management degree program and some of the courses may be applied to other graduate business degrees.
Tax Accounting Graduate Certificate
The Tax Accounting Graduate Certificate is a 12 semester hour (4 course) program. The certificate may be applied to the Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) program with two of the courses ACCT 538 & ACCT 540 required as part of the core and advanced core.
Finding My Community
We believe that education thrives in an environment where collaboration, support and mutual respect flourish. Our community of students and professors embodies these values, creating an enriching and dynamic atmosphere for learning and growth. Our students come from a variety of backgrounds and bring a wide range of experiences and perspectives to the table. Our professors are not only experts in their respective fields but also dedicated mentors who are committed to guiding and nurturing the next generation of scholars.
Yasemin Atinc, Ph.D.
Faculty
Son Bui, Ph.D.
Faculty
Bo Han Ph.D.
Faculty
Student Organizations
Our campus has many ways to engage and get involved. At East Texas A&M University, you have access to professional organizations that support career development and practical experience. These organizations strive to offer opportunities for networking, knowledge exchange and collaboration on industry-focused projects. By actively participating, you can deepen your expertise, build valuable connections and develop leadership skills essential for advancing in your career.
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Financing My Future
Financial Aid
Financial aid includes a variety of programs, like scholarships, federal and state grants, and federal and state work-study programs. Find out how you may be eligible for scholarships, grants, loans and/or a graduate assistantship. Financial Aid and Scholarships
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Enhance your expertise through on-campus employment opportunities.
Graduate Assistant/Research/Teaching
Graduate assistant teaching (GAT), graduate assistant research (GAR), and graduate assistant non-teaching (GANT) assistantships at East Texas A&M offer financial support and professional development for graduate students. Assistantships are available in academic and non-academic departments.
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East Texas A&M is one of the most affordable colleges around the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Our tuition rates are some of the most competitive in Texas.
$3,669
for Texas residents
/
$7,341
For non-residents
Tuition and fees for graduate students taking nine credit hours are $3,669 for Texas residents and $7,341 for non-residents. But don’t worry: there are
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- Online Courses ($50 per hour)
- Remote Locations ($20 per hour)
- Lab Fees ($5 – $30 per course)
How Do I Get Started?
If you have not already done so, complete the Request Information form. You will be connected with your enrollment specialist, who can answer your questions. When you’re ready, go ahead and follow the steps below to apply.
Admissions Requirements
To be considered for admission, you must first meet the following criteria.
- GPA minimum 2.5
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Admission Process
Once admitted, you must:
- Earn a 3.0 GPA on all required coursework. (No course substitutions may be applied to graduate certificates)
- Submit a Completion of Certificate Request while taking your final graduate certificate courses.
- Create an account or login if you already have one
- Complete your profile section first once you log into your account
- Select “School Search” and select East Texas A&M
- Choose the semester you wish to begin
- Pay the $50 application fee.
Wait to receive an application confirmation email before proceeding to the next step.
- Within two business days of your application, the Graduate School will send a confirmation email to the personal email account you used for ApplyTexas.
Submit the following documents after you receive an application confirmation email.
- Upload your documents at myLeo > Apps > Check Admissions Application Status & Test Scores or email your documents to your graduate coordinator unless otherwise specified below.
Your Graduate Coordinator
Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to your graduate coordinator.
- We recommend that you request transcripts for all of your academic work.
All international transcripts must be evaluated and the evaluation submitted to the Graduate School.
We accepts evaluations sent directly from the following Agencies.
If a WES ICAP or equivalent is submitted, we will not need the official transcripts to be submitted separately.
If a normal evaluation is submitted, official original transcripts with all marksheets will still need to be submitted.
If your institution is unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:
East Texas A&M University
Attn: Graduate School
PO Box 3011
Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
We will need official/original documents. If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact your graduate coordinator for more information.
Review the Application Packet for more information.
Look for application updates in myLeo > Apps > Check Application Status
- Once an admission decision has been made, you will receive an email to your student email account at myLeo > Apps > Leomail.
- Apply for scholarships and graduate assistantships once you are admitted.
- Apply for financial aid by submitting a FAFSA and sending it to school code 003565.
- Contact your financial aid advisor with any questions.
Once registration opens and you are eligible to enroll, your graduate enrollment specialist will contact you to complete registration.
- View your degree plan in DegreeWorks.
- To register for classes, go to myLeo > Student Resources > Registration Menu.
Contact your graduate enrollment specialist if you have any questions regarding your degree plan and registration.
Your Graduate Enrollment Specialist
Note: International students interested in graduate certificates must do so in conjunction with a graduate degree.
- Create an account or login if you already have one
- Complete your profile section first once you log into your account
- Select “School Search” and select East Texas A&M
- Choose the semester you wish to begin
- Pay the $75 application fee
Wait to receive an application confirmation email before proceeding to the next step.
- After you submit your application, the Graduate School will send a confirmation email within two business days to the personal email account you used for ApplyTexas.
Submit the following documents after you receive an application confirmation email.
- Upload your documents at myLeo > Apps > Check Admissions Application Status & Test Scores or email your documents to your graduate coordinator unless otherwise specified below.
Your Graduate Coordinator
Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to:
East Texas A&M University
Attn: Graduate School
2600 S. Neal St.
Commerce, Texas 75428
We will need official/original documents. If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact your graduate coordinator for more information.
Review the Application Packet for more information.
Look for application updates in myLeo > Apps > Check Application Status
- Once an admission decision has been made, you will receive an email to your student email account at myLeo > Apps > Leomail.
- Apply for scholarships and graduate assistantships once you are admitted.
- Apply for financial aid by submitting a FAFSA and sending it to school code 003565.
- Contact your financial aid advisor with any questions.
Once registration opens and you are eligible to enroll, your graduate enrollment specialist will contact you to complete registration.
- View your degree plan in DegreeWorks.
- To register for classes, go to myLeo > Student Resources > Registration Menu.
Contact your graduate enrollment specialist if you have any questions regarding your degree plan and registration.
Your Graduate Enrollment Specialist
I Still Have Questions
We are here to help! Send us an email. We can answer your questions and assist you in the application process.
Contact the Department
- College of Business
- 903.886.5692
- 903.886.5650
- [email protected]
- P.O. Box 3011
- Commerce, TX 75429-3011