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Someone who knows how to approach and analyse data is vital to every function of a business. Through our professional Postgraduate Certificate in Data Analytics, you’ll become equipped with core skills within a quick time frame, allowing you to put your learning into practice quickly.
You’ll develop a critical understanding of data handling on this course, discovering how to effectively analyse the data needs of a business, make strategic business decisions from your findings, and learn how to present the findings to others in an accessible way, putting you on the path to an enhanced and rewarding career in data analytics.
You'll also produce an in-depth research project, and we'll provide the expertise and support so you can develop your professional expertise. Once you graduate, you'll have a skillset that will get you noticed by employers, and the tools you need for a career in data analytics and other emerging industries such as deep learning or AI.
Our professional Postgraduate Certificate in Data Analytics consists of three key modules. Studying with us, you’ll have the flexibility to complete this course in a shorter time frame, graduating with valuable knowledge and a range of in-demand skills that every business needs.
The staff and the support along the way has been amazing. Any questions or enquiries are answered. I cannot thank the admissions team enough for their part in advising and supporting me through this course. It is a big step to make and having the support through the whole process really helped.
I’ve found that studying my degree online with Arden has given me a much more comprehensive foundation of knowledge around the topics I don’t often encounter in my work role, including financial decision-making, ethics and strategy. This knowledge will enable me to progress to more strategic roles in the future.
The way we assess our students provides you with the opportunity to demonstrate your strengths in a variety of ways. That’s why we choose a range of different methods to keep track of your progress. These include:
This course is available to students as a fully online programme, which gives you the convenience of being able to study from anywhere worldwide.
The assignments were challenging -in a good way. They were relevant to what we learned and interesting to complete. Being able to contact my module tutor - either in the discussion forums or by email- was tremendously helpful. I feel that my concerns and questions were taken seriously, and the feedback was genuinely helpful.
Studying this course online gives you the ultimate in convenience. You can enrol with Arden from anywhere in the world and study your degree from the comfort of home, without the requirement to attend classes in a physical location.
Our online students study their degree through ilearn, Arden’s university campus in the cloud. ilearn provides everything you need to study at University. It offers an integrated virtual learning experience, including your virtual classroom, lecture theatre, and access to our Library Portal. The portal includes an extensive digital library including thousands of journal titles, eBooks, and academic and industry databases which you can use to research your assignments and projects. All of these materials are provided to you free of charge, and contain all the research information you’ll need to complete your degree with us.
ilearn is also integrated with Zoom, making it easier to chat with your course tutor during your scheduled seminar sessions. You can even integrate our study materials into your Kindle, making it possible to study wherever you have you Kindle handy.
Studying online doesn’t mean studying alone. As well as receiving regular feedback and guidance from your course tutor, you’ll be studying with likeminded students who you can meet with through our Unitu community, and you’ll have access to community message boards to discuss your course and the topics being raised within it. We’ve even set up community boards embedded into each of the course modules so you can have discussions with your tutor and classmates on the topics you’re currently learning.
At Arden University we consider applications on a case by case basis. If you have significant work experience, have qualifications you have gained elsewhere, or a degree or qualification that isn't a clear pathway to this degree - we are more than happy to discuss your application.
To be eligible for Arden's postgraduate data analytics course, we need to see that you have:
We also offer an internal English test for applicants who are unable to provide an English Proficiency letter. More information on this can be found here.
We are happy to consider an application from you if you can show us you have the motivation to study a postgraduate certificate in data analytics.
We’ll ask you for a personal statement that demonstrates your ability to study the course. We may also want references and evidence of relevant experiences.
Whilst you can read your study materials on your smart phone or tablet, to make the most of your learning experience, you will need access to a laptop or computer (we recommend one running the latest version of Windows), and a good stable internet connection.
Studying with us here at Arden teaches you how to handle and interpret complex data sets, and you’ll be developing skills that are essential in national and international businesses. If you are currently working in a management function or looking to specialise in data, our range of data analytics courses will develop your ability to analyse and interpret data in order to make business decisions. I look forward to welcoming you to the Arden University family.
Data Analytics is becoming increasingly important as a key skill for people in all business functions. With a Postgraduate Certificate in Data Analytics, you can get in front of this ever-growing trend, and demonstrate your expertise to future employers and lay the foundations for progression into a senior management or leadership role.
Our Postgraduate Certificate in Data Analytics will provide you with valuable, transferable skills that will enable you to confidently enter a role in a variety of exciting sectors. Some of the key skills you’ll focus on are:
By covering a breadth of topics in each module, you’ll have your pick as to which career path to choose after graduating. Here’s a snapshot of some of the positions you could end up in:
To help support your academic journey, Arden University pays for your student membership in the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).
The IET is recognised globally as a hallmark of quality and professionalism and can help boost your prospects with tips, tools and techniques you’ll use for life. It is home to more than 154,000 engineering and technology professionals in 148 countries.
As a student member of the IET, you’ll have access to the student hub, which includes a digital library (IET’s research and intelligence resources), virtual library (thousands of online eBooks, eJournals, magazines, and reports), IET.tv, and valuable mentoring opportunities.
Once you’ve enrolled with Arden, our careers centre is easily accessible directly from inside our online platform, ilearn. The careers centre is here to help you discover the areas of your academic and professional life that you find most meaningful and rewarding, and then apply this to your career pathway.
Just a few of the career tools you’ll find in the careers centre include:
