Business Analytics (BAN)

Program overview

The Business Analytics (BAN) program at Seneca is a one-year graduate certificate designed to equip students with essential skills in data analysis. This program focuses on identifying and collecting meaningful data, preparing it for analysis, and presenting results to inform business decisions. Key areas of study include statistics for analytics, programming languages, data security, predictive analytics, and leadership in business environments. The program is available in various formats, including in-person, hybrid, and online, catering to both domestic and international students.

Program structure

The Business Analytics program is structured to provide a comprehensive learning experience over a duration of 2 semesters (1 year). Students can choose from the following options:

• Full-time and part-time study options available
• Work Term Option for hands-on experience
• Flexible delivery formats: Online, Hybrid, and In-person

This program allows students to develop critical skills in business analytics, software application development, and entrepreneurial strategies. The optional work term provides valuable real-world experience, enhancing the learning process and preparing students for the job market. Students can switch between work term and non-work term streams, ensuring flexibility in their educational journey.

Featured Experiences

The Business Analytics program offers several unique features that enhance the learning experience:

• Optional Work Term for practical, hands-on experience in the field
• Hybrid delivery format combining online coursework with in-person learning
• Career workshops and one-on-one coaching to prepare for the work term
• Access to tools like SAS and Tableau for data analysis and visualization
• Capstone project to apply learned skills to real-world business problems

Career Options

Graduates of the Business Analytics program can pursue a variety of career opportunities in Canada, including:

• Business Analyst: Analyze business needs and provide data-driven solutions to improve processes.
• Data Analyst: Interpret complex data sets to help organizations make informed decisions.
• Computer System Analyst: Evaluate and improve computer systems to meet business requirements.
• Data Consultant: Advise organizations on data management and analytics strategies.
• Information Systems Business Analyst: Bridge the gap between IT and business to enhance system functionality.

These roles leverage the skills acquired during the program, preparing graduates for successful careers in data-driven environments.

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