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Business Analytics Science Certificate Course

A high-impact certificate course designed for working adults

Our courses are built for real life. Whether you're balancing a full-time job, family, or both, we've designed the experience to fit your schedule — without sacrificing results.

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BUILT FOR BUSY PROFESSIONALS

Flexible enough for life. Structured to ensure success.

You don't have to put life on hold to build new skills. Our courses combine flexibility with weekly milestones and support, helping you stay on track.

"I loved the class and was able to complete it despite my busy schedule."

Renee Espinoza, Learner
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Self-paced lessons you can access anytime.
Weekly checkpoints to keep you progressing.
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LEARN AT YOUR OWN PACE

What you can expect each week

Learn at your own pace through on-demand lessons and assignments, and join optional live sessions led by subject matter experts for discussion and support.

On-demand learning

6-8 hours per week

Learn anytime, anywhere — your pace, your schedule

Expert-led live sessions

2 hours per week

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Weekly goals, paired with dedicated support team, keep you motivated and moving forward.

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Personal support from start to finish

"The support team was always available and incredibly helpful, the tools and content were top-notch, and the instructors made even complex topics easy to understand."

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The Bureau of Labor and Statistics projects Data Analytics and Business Analytics job growth to be 25% over the next ten years. In comparison, 10% job growth is above average. Business Analytics is experiencing amazing job growth! Why? The expansion of data. In this year alone, we’ll likely produce 50 times more data than we did in the last ten years combined. Hidden in that data are the stories that show where we succeeded and where future success most likely lies. Skills in data manipulation tools such as SQL and Tableau are coveted. In a contracting market, businesses will rely more and more on data and those that interpret it.

This course is ideal for professionals looking to build job-critical business analytics and AI skills—whether you’re entering the field, changing careers, or advancing your skills for your current role.

This course is perfect for:

  • Aspiring analysts and career pivotors looking to build a strong foundation to set your analytics career in motion
  • Professionals in related roles looking to sharpen their analytics and AI skills
  • Recent grads and current college students looking to enhance their areas of study and interest
  • Business analysts who have spent several years out of the workforce and are looking to return to work

Have additional questions? Email us at support@ziplines.com and someone from our enrollment team will get back to you.

Yes. We have a Career Hub with on-demand career modules, resources, and workshops dedicated to helping you meet your career goals.

We do not offer job placement as part of our career support. However, we do provide you with the tools to be successful in your job search.

This program will prepare graduates for roles similar to:

  • Business Analyst
  • Business Operations Specialist
  • Business Operations Analyst
  • Operations Analyst
  • Associate Data Analyst
  • Sales/Marketing/Finance Analyst or Manager
  • And more...

The course and the Playbook projects will provide you with content to create a portfolio, but you are responsible for creating a portfolio on the platform of your choice.

You should expect to spend six to eight hours a week engaging with on-demand content created by industry experts, including hands-on activities and assignments in the online learning management system.

Join weekly live sessions with leading analysts to learn the latest trends and see how they’re using AI right now. Engage in real-time demos on how to use ChatGPT to supercharge data cleaning, data visualization, and more.

Yes, you will earn a university-issued certificate of completion that verifies knowledge and hands-on experience in Business Analytics.

You will also prepare to take the Salesforce Certified Tableau Desktop Foundations Exam. Included in this course is one full year of access to Tableau eLearning content (a $120 value).

This prestigious credential will enhance your resume, making you more attractive to potential employers. It can also be showcased on LinkedIn to highlight your proficiency in business analytics technologies, setting you apart in a competitive job market. Earning this certificate of completion demonstrates your commitment to continuous learning and professional growth, significantly boosting your career advancement opportunities.

In order to receive a certificate of completion, learners must complete 100% of online coursework, achieve 70% or better on each module assessment, and submit all Strategic Business Analytics Playbooks.

No, this is a noncredit course. As such, it is not eligible for financial aid. However, many employers offer reimbursement for continuing education, so check with your human resources department to determine your eligibility.

There are multiple payment options for this course. The first way is to pay upfront, online. This option also provides the largest savings.

We offer both installment and financing options. To find out if you qualify for either of these payment options, fill out the enrollment form to be directed to the payment page. From there, you can click on the "Get Qualified" link to see what options are available.

Many employers also offer tuition reimbursement. Our guide gives you suggestions and templates for how to ask your employer to cover the cost of the course.

View our reimbursement guide.

We are confident in the quality of our learning experience, having supported thousands of learners and received hundreds of 5-star reviews. Because we believe so strongly in the value and impact of our course, we offer a 7-day money-back guarantee from the start date. If the course isn't the right fit for you, you can withdraw within the first week of your course and receive a full refund, no questions asked.

Everything is online. You’ll access on-demand content and assignments through our online learning platform and join the optional instructor-led live sessions once a week through a video conference platform. The live sessions are recorded and available for playback on demand. The online learning management system can be accessed from anywhere with an internet connection on a computer.

Ziplines Education is a market-driven education company based in Silicon Valley, CA. We collaborate with Ziplines Education to offer innovative and highly rated certificate courses that help adult learners and working professionals build work-ready digital skills and earn industry-recognized credentials.
The Ziplines Business Analytics Science Certificate course, which lasted 10 weeks, was an outstanding experience! The classes were engaging and interactive, making learning fun and practical. They touched on key tools like SQL and Tableau, providing a solid foundation and allowing us to apply these skills in real-world scenarios. The blend of theory and hands-on assignments really helped me build confidence. What made the experience even better was the excellent online support. The coaches were responsive and offered great guidance throughout the course. I also loved the Zoom meetings, which allowed me to review coursework in detail whenever needed. One area that could enhance the course is including more group projects to foster peer collaboration. Overall, the course exceeded my expectations, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to sharpen their business analytics skills!
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Nahui Y
Taking the Ziplines Education course has been one of the most impactful and grounding experiences I’ve had in recent months. I enrolled during an incredibly difficult season of my life. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed and genuinely challenging in the best way. The modules offered clear instruction, engaging content, and opportunities to apply what I was learning in a real, tangible way. Completing the projects felt like milestones, not just assignments—and having them reviewed and graded added a layer of encouragement and accountability that I truly appreciated. ’m incredibly grateful to Ziplines Education for creating a program that not only equips learners with practical skills but also supports personal growth during life’s toughest transitions. This course helped me stay grounded, motivated, and hopeful—and for that, I can’t thank them enough.
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James L Williams
I had an outstanding experience in the BAS course. Mariah demonstrated exceptional knowledge of the subject, clearly explained complex concepts, and was always available to provide support when needed. Dora's regular announcements were incredibly helpful, consistently keeping us on track and well-informed about extra sessions, deadlines, and additional learning opportunities. The course itself offered excellent insights and practical experience, thoroughly preparing me for a career in business analytics. I'm excited to apply the skills I've gained to further advance my professional journey.
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Randi Q
This course stands out for its clear structure and completeness. Every step is laid out in advance, so there are no surprises. Lessons come with transcripts, diagrams, and supporting resources, all neatly organized and easy to access in the virtual drive. What impressed me most was the balance between guidance and practice. The video content is straightforward, but the real value comes from the consistent, challenging homework. These assignments aren’t just busywork — they ensure the material is internalized and applied. Overall, the course delivers predictability, thorough resources, and the kind of hands-on practice that makes the learning stick. It’s demanding, but in the best possible way.
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Ricardo Lopes
It was challenging but well worth the work and time. I learned so much and all the knowledge I have accumulated has assisted me to become more desirable in my workforce. I am using a lot of the skills I have acquired in my current position as a Business Analyst/Developer position. Lisa Miller is absolutely amazing and has been a huge help in allowing me to successfully complete my certification!
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Quincy Felicidario-Prodigalida
I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to build a strong foundation in business analytics.
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Busa D
This course is a perfect start to enter the Data Analytics world. Business Analysis is part of my profession, attending these course helped me dive deeper than I actually do at my work making me more confident in handling the data concepts.
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Pranitha G
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