Undergraduate Certificates
Applied Data Analytics Certificate
The undergraduate certificate in applied data analytics at Grand Valley State University focuses on understanding how to interpret, use and apply data and statistics in the workplace, learn foundational computing and statistical skills such as visualization, learn predictive analytical tools, and learn to code in python.
The applied data analytics certificate is comprised of 18 credits:
- STA 215 – Introductory Applied Statistics
- STA 323 – Predictive Analytics
- STA 340 – Statistics in the Media OR
- ECO 300 – Data Analytics for Economics & Business
- CIS 160 – Learn to Code in Python
- CIS 320 – Visualization of Data and Information
- CIS 331 – Data Analysis Tools and Techniques OR
- MGT 477 – Applied Business Intelligence
Project Management Certificate
The project management certificate at Grand Valley State University integrates industry-proven project management practices with Agile principles. Students work in small teams to effectively initiate, plan, execute, control, and bring closure to real world projects using MS Project and other enterprise project management software. The project management program features coursework in project management, team building, and applied business solutions. This certificate complements major fields of study in other departments or schools and enables you to train for a future career in this specialty.
The project management certificate is comprised of 12 credits:
- CIS 339 – Project Planning
- CIS 349 – Agile Project Management
- BUS 470 – Applied Business Solutions
- MGT 345 – Team Building
