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If you have a background in computer science, boost your employability with a Post-Degree Diploma in Data Analytics. This job-ready credential will get you started on your path to becoming an information systems analyst or manager, database analyst, data administrator and more.
In this intensive, one-year program, you’ll learn the specialized technical skills in data technology and business intelligence strategy you need to launch your career in data analytics.
Graduate job-ready with the Advanced Career Development program
The Advanced Career Development program prepares you for part-time paid or volunteer positions that complement your studies. You’ll participate in career-building workshops, one-on-one coaching sessions, career fairs, networking with employers, peer-led leadership meetings and more. Once you graduate, you’ll get the continued support, skills and knowledge you need to find a full-time job in your field.
Job opportunities
Over 10,500 jobs in information systems and data analysis are expected in B.C. for the next ten years.
Applicants must meet the admission requirements listed below:
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Graduation Requirements
Course Requirements:
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
| Select one course from the following two options: | ||
| BUSN 2429 | Business Statistics | 3.00 |
| MATH 1160 | Introduction to Statistics | 3.00 |
| Required Courses: | ||
| CSIS 1175 | Introduction to Programming - I | 3.00 |
| CSIS 2200 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3.00 |
| CSIS 2300 | Database I | 3.00 |
| CSIS 3290 | Fundamentals of Machine Learning in Data Science | 3.00 |
| CSIS 3300 | Database II | 3.00 |
| CSIS 3360 | Fundamentals of Data Analytics | 3.00 |
| CSIS 3860 | Data Visualization | 3.00 |
| CSIS 4260 | Special Topics in Data Analytics | 3.00 |
| Select one course from the following options: | ||
| ACCT 3880 | Data Analytics for Managers | 3.00 |
| BUSN 3380 | Operations Management | 3.00 |
| BUSN 3390 | Continuous Improvement | 3.00 |
| BUSN 3431 | Business Statistics II | 3.00 |
| BUSN 3600 | Project Management Essentials | 3.00 |
| CMNS 3502 | Social Media & Reputation Management | 3.00 |
| CSIS 1280 | Multimedia Web Development | 3.00 |
| CSIS 3280* | Backend Web Development | 3.00 |
| CSIS 3380* | Full Stack Development With Javascript | 3.00 |
| MARK 1120 | Introductory Marketing | 3.00 |
| MARK 4360* | Customer Relationship Management | 3.00 |
| Total Credits | 30.00 | |
*Any pre-requisites for electives will not be counted towards the PDD.
Program Guidelines for previous years are viewable by selecting the version desired. If you took this program and do not see a listing for the starting semester / year of the program, consider the previous version as the applicable version.
Career opportunities include: