A certificate in Data Analytics and Visualization provides you with skill training
in What you will learn
Raw data is everywhere, from social media post statistics to sales records to location data. In the modern workplace, crucial decisions hinge on these markers of engagement, financial flow, and product use. The problem? Without the know-how to analyze raw data, it's just a jumble of facts and figures.
That’s where the Data Analytics and Visualization Certificate comes in. As part of this certificate program, students will learn how to visualize data, practicing converting abstract output into formats that can be easily understood by industry colleagues and leaders, as well as the larger audience of end users. They will develop the skills to analyze trends, insights, and patterns to create evidence-backed action plans. In a world filled with data, this certificate offers fundamental training applicable to any career path.
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- Complete the Enrollment Form.
- We'll add the certificate to your curriculum in Banner and notify your academic advisor.
- Complete 12 credit hours from the approved course list . We'll keep track of your progress in DegreeWorks.
After you have completed all 12 credit hours
Complete a certificate application along with your degree application during your final semester, so that your certificate can be recognized on your transcript, and you will receive an official certificate with your diploma at graduation!
If you are concurrently enrolled in more than one Interdisciplinary Certificate program, please remember that a graduation application is required for each completed certificate. Your certificate should be listed in the graduation application drop-down menu. If your certificate is not listed in the drop-down menu, you must fill out the Current Term Degree Candidacy Exception Request (AS-129E) form, and once completed the Registrar will assist you.
Requirements
Successfully completing 4 courses (12 credit hours) is generally all you need to do to earn a certificate - in addition to the following requirements:
- You must complete your certificate before or by the time you graduate.
- You must maintain a 2.0 GPA.
- Two of the four courses must be taken at the USC Columbia campus.
- All four courses must be earned with a grade of C or better.
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