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This diploma program is no longer accepting new applications.

Employers are seeking talented individuals to compile massive amounts of data (both structured and unstructured) and to interpret meaning from the results--packaging that analysis into business solutions. A recent employer survey from Avanade, a joint venture between Accenture and Microsoft, indicated that more than 60 percent of respondents believe that their employees need to develop new skills to translate data into insights and business values.

Transform from a run-of-the-mill analyst into a valuable organizational asset by gaining the storytelling skills for converting data into usable information that drives strategic business decisions. These recommendations are not necessarily given in isolation; rather, they may ladder-up to an overall recommendation that incorporates other findings from fellow coworkers and staff members. Employers are saying that it is not enough simply to present reports and dashboards using the latest software tools--they now are asking analysts to illustrate how data findings can be useful in driving the core strategies of an organization. The Diploma in Data Analytics affords a more thorough understanding of customer motivations in order to drive future growth.

Work Product

As a student in this program, you will be exposed to multiple data sources and data storytelling techniques, including but not limited to, primary research, syndicated research, compiled sources, data visualization software, and the latest trends in online activity.

Job Skills

• Media placement--using data to inform advertising strategies

• Knowledge of online ecosystems--social media, SEO, SEM, digital media, and content marketing (podcasts, blogs, etc.)

• Advanced analytics--locating data patterns within data sets that are not obvious without the use of statistical and modeling techniques and software packages

• Data visualization--organizing data into visually pleasing graphics and charts that help to eliminate the need to rely strictly on tables and spreadsheets

• Data storytelling--analyzing data sets to discover "why," and more important, what the next steps should be as a result of this analysis

Schedule and Format

• Part-time

• Blended (online and in-person)

• Four noncredit courses

• On average, students take one course per semester, fall/spring/summer

• The Diploma must be completed within two years

The Diploma is awarded to students who successfully complete the four required courses within two years.

For additional information, or if you have any questions, please contact the Division of Programs in Business at diploma.dpb@nyu.edu.