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Get Ahead in a Growing Field

Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics Career Impact

Accelerate Your Career

With the explosion of data collection tools and methods, business leaders are faced with a fundamental question: How do we leverage this wealth of data to make smarter, more strategic decisions? The answer lies in the growing field of business analytics. By earning a St. Thomas Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics, you position yourself to seize opportunities in this booming field.

20%
20% increase in business data analyst jobs by 2020 a total of 350,000 new postings. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
106K
Average Analytics Manager salary: $106,000. Source: indeed.com
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St. Thomas Opus College of Business alumni work at all 17 Minnesota-based Fortune 500 companies

Expand Your Network & Your Possibilities

Attend one of two (but why not both?) Friday evening Master’s Pub sessions during the fall and spring semesters. Enjoy free beer, wine, soft drinks and pizza while consuming knowledge and networking. Featured guest speakers are stars from the Twin Cities business world.
Get help managing your career development from a career skills session or industry panel presentation, either on campus or online. These programs are offered throughout each spring and fall term either before class or occasionally on a Saturday morning. Topics covered include networking, resume writing, salary negotiation, using LinkedIn and managing your personal brand.
As a student, you’ll have many opportunities to hear from practitioners in the business community while networking with fellow students, staff, faculty and alumni.

Build Your Career Here

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Career Management for Students

Get personalized career counseling from our experienced and insightful career coaches. Develop your resume, build your interview savvy, and prepare to job hunt with confidence.
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Career Management for Alumni

As a graduate of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, you can rely on lifelong career management and assistance from our career center. We’re here to help you maximize your potential in today’s competitive job market.

Manage your career as an alumni
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Talent Development for Employers

Look to our graduate certificates as a training and talent development tool for your business, and to our graduates and alumni as highly talented candidates for your job openings.

Learn more about our business talent

Seeing is Believing

Get in Touch

St. Thomas Opus College of Business is an incredible place to learn, meet inspiring peers and mentors, and build a strong career path. Don’t just take our word for it—experience St. Thomas firsthand. Visit a class, attend an info session, or chat with the admissions team.