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Data Science and Business Analytics, Graduate Certificate

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Program Overview

The Road to Data Mastery

The Graduate Certificate in Data Science and Business Analytics (DSBA) equips you for a wide variety of data-intensive industries where the need for business analysts with quantitative, computational, and sophisticated analytical skills is growing at an explosive pace. The certificate combines a unique blend of business acumen, data understanding, exposure to advanced analytics methods, and hands-on experience that students apply to representative business challenges. The DSBA Certificate can be a stand-alone credential or a gateway to the master’s degree program. Keep your momentum going- up to 15 credits can be transferred from the graduate certificate to the M.S. in Data Science and Business Analytics program.

Program Contact

Carly Mahedy

Program Director

datascience@charlotte.edu

Explore Official University Catalog

Check out the official catalog for information on specific degree requirements, course progressions, curriculum and more.

Graduate Certificate in Data Science and Business Analytics at a Glance

Delivery
Center City Campus
Credits
15 Credit Hours
Admits
Spring & Fall
Application Deadlines
October 1 (Spring priority) December 1 (Spring Final), March 1 (Fall Priority) August 1 (Fall Final)

Master’s degree and a graduate certificate

Our program offers both a Master’s degree and Graduate Certificate, designed to prepare students for expertise in business, computer and information sciences, and operations research. The M.S. in Data Science and Business Analytics has a proven track record of placing graduates in Fortune 500 companies across various industries, such as financial services, energy, retail, manufacturing, and more!

Estimated Tuition & Fees: 2026-2027

Investing in a DSBA graduate certificate is an investment in your future. Tuition and fees are established annually by the University of North Carolina Board of Governors. Your total cost of attendance will vary based on your enrollment status (full time or part time), residency and applicable university and program fees. The estimated costs below, which include the DSBA tuition increment, are based on the traditional, on-campus DSBA program and are provided to help you plan for your graduate education.

View general information about UNC Charlotte’s graduate tuition and fees.

Credit HoursNorth Carolina Residents (per semester)Non-Residents of North Carolina (per semester)
3$ 3014.27$ 5908.25
6$ 5672.29$ 11460.25
9+$ 8194.50$ 16876.50

Top Tips for Completing Your Application

 The streamlined application process makes it easy to apply. Looking for some additional guidance to perfect your application? Attend an upcoming information session.

Events

Aug
26

DSBA and DSHA Prospective Graduate Student Information Session

12PM — 1PM

Join this hour-long virtual session for the opportunity to connect with the School of Data Science staff and learn more…

Aug
26

DSBA and DSHA Prospective Graduate Student Information Session

12PM — 1PM

Join this hour-long virtual session for the opportunity to connect with the School of Data Science staff and learn more…