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The advanced certificate in big data analytics is a multidisciplinary program intended for professionals with BS degrees in computing or other diverse fields–such as finance, retail, science, engineering, or manufacturing–where knowledge in data analysis is in demand.

Ideal Students

To be considered for admission to the advanced certificate in big data analytics, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:

Submit copies of official transcript(s) (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate coursework, including any transfer credit earned.

Hold a baccalaureate degree (or US equivalent) from an accredited university or college in science, computing, engineering, or a related major.

Recommended minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent).

Submit a current resume or curriculum vitae.

Two letters of recommendation are required.

Not all programs require the submission of scores from entrance exams (GMAT or GRE).

Submit a personal statement of educational objectives.

Have college-level credit or practical experience in probability and statistics, computer programming in a high-level language, and database systems.

International applicants whose native language is not English must submit official test scores from the TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE. Students below the minimum requirement may be considered for conditional admission.

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The big data certificate features courses in the practical techniques used in exploratory data analysis and mining, as well as the approaches used to store, retrieve, and manage data in the real world. The certificate is meant for students who would like a formal qualification in big data analytics. It also allows professionals with a bachelor's degree to enhance their career opportunities and professional knowledge with targeted graduate coursework in big data.

Curriculum

at $2,257 per credit hour when enrolled in fewer than 12 credits per semester

at a fixed rate of $27,088 when enrolled for 12-18 credits per semester

The number of credits taken per semester varies by degree. Students registered for 9 or more credits per semester are billed a student activity fee ($169/semester) and a student health services fee ($230/semester). RIT offers graduate students a comprehensive, global health insurance policy ($1,190/semester). International students are automatically enrolled and billed each semester; enrollment is voluntary for domestic students (US citizens).

Program Tuition Fees Option 2

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Advanced Certificate in Big Data Analytics

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