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What you’ll learn
Present Analytics Clearly
Effectively communicate data analytics in a business environment.
Use Analytics Tools to Collaborate
Collaborate with business leaders using available IT tools in an
organization.
Find IT Solutions
Solve loosely defined problems with technology solutions.
Act Legally & Ethically
Understand ethical, legal, and policy issues associated with
IT.
Creatively Solve IT Problems
Create IT solutions to solve organizational problems.
Be Seen as an Analytics Expert
Design and model effective IT solutions for an organization.
BS in IT, Data Analytics Program Features
Our program offers additional benefits you might be interested in.
Stay Ahead in IT: Upskill with Skillsoft
Students will have unlimited access to Skillsoft, a comprehensive
eLearning resource to help develop IT and business knowledge and
skills.
Do Engaging Coursework
Get hands-on experience with industry tools through virtual labs,
interactive simulations, and innovative resources.
Get Exam-Ready
Learn CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA
Project+ exam info—and get the vouchers to take the exams for
free.
Gain foundational knowledge for SAS® Certified Base Programmer professional certification.
Completion of the free Base Programmer 1 and 2 courses provide the
foundational knowledge required for completion of the SAS® Certified
Base Programmer professional certification.
Cost & learning format
Online education isn’t one-size-fits-all. We know you’re busy—you
need a learning experience tailored to your life, not the other way
around. Capella has learning and tuition formats to suit you, however
you learn.
Our original learning format offers extra structure for those who
want it. We'll set the schedule, you meet the deadlines.
- Based on the quarter system; 1-3 courses per 10-week quarter
- 1 semester credit = 1.5 quarter credits
- Weekly assignments and courseroom discussions
- Pay for what you take, price varies by courseload or term
*This is only an estimate, using general program pricing, and
it does not include fees (including application and resource kit fees).
Your price may be higher or lower depending on your
specialization, transfer credits, and tuition discounts. If transfer
credits are allowed in this offering, the prices above show what you
would pay if you brought in the average number of transfer credits
and the price if you brought in the maximum allowed transfer credits.
Get the details
Speak with an enrollment counselor to get a personalized cost estimate for what you can expect to pay.
Ways to save
At Capella, we believe your education is an investment in your future. It’s also an investment within your grasp. Your goals are achievable—there are more ways to save than you might think.
Prior learning assessment
Earn credits by demonstrating your knowledge and/or industry certifications through our Prior Learning Assessment process.
Low-cost Gen Ed courses
Our learning partner, Sophia Learning, offers a low-cost way to earn gen-ed credits.
Reduce your tuition by $8K
Enroll in your bachelor's degree, apply for the scholarship, meet eligibility requirements, and receive up to $8K.
Accredited & recognized
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation and recognitions provide the assurance we meet
standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services, and
fiscal stability. See all of our accreditations and recognitions.
Bachelor's in IT Sample Courses
Our online BS in Information Technology, Data Analytics minor curriculum dives deep into data identification and collection, data cleansing and quality measurement, process and workflow concepts, and more.
| IT4200 * |
Data Governance and Stewardship
This course covers legal and ethical issues pertaining to information
security and privacy. Learners demonstrate an understanding of core
organizational processes and workflows and how these factors impact
core data processes.
Prerequisite(s): BUS1003 or BUS3006 or BUS3007 or IT2230.
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3 quarter credits |
|---|---|---|
| IT4320 * |
ETL and Data Transformation
Learners in this course focus on the extraction, transformation, and
loading (ETL) process, which is used to prepare and provide data that
supports the work of data analytics. Learners study how ETL is used to
identify, clean, transform, and serve the most effective data for data
analytics projects. Learners apply tools and technologies specific to
these activities in order to gain an understanding of the alternatives
and applications appropriate within different contexts.
Prerequisite(s): IT2230.
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3 quarter credits |
| IT4330 * |
Data Mining and Analysis in Information Technology
In this course, learners use a data mining project to identify,
evaluate, and prepare data appropriate for the project. Learners use
Excel spreadsheets and pivot tables to complete an accurate and
effective data mining project.
Prerequisites(s): IT2230.
|
3 quarter credits |
| IT4340 * |
Data Interpretation and Statistical Analysis in Information Technology
This course presents an advanced look at the role of statistical
analysis in completing effective data analytics projects. Learners
apply SAS to a data analytics project to strengthen their experience
with Excel spreadsheets and pivot tables.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent registration in IT4330.
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3 quarter credits |
| IT4460 * |
Data Distribution and Virtualization
Learners in this course explore the role that distributed,
cloud-based, and virtualized environments play on processes and
workflows related to the management and analysis of core data. The
course focuses on the research and application of tools and strategies
that allow effective data management and analysis of core data within
the constraints of distributed and virtualized environments. Learners
study the impact that subjects of core data projects have on security
and privacy.
Prerequisite(s): IT2230.
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3 quarter credits |
Faculty & support
You’re never going it alone at Capella. Our dedicated faculty and support teams are waiting to guide, help, and
advise you through every step of your educational journey.
Enrollment counselors
These experts will set you up for success. They’ll help you find the right degree and program, and answer all your questions about Capella.
Advisors
Advisors know the details of your program. Got questions about courses? Instructors? Resources? Advisors have answers.
Writing support
Sharpen your writing skills with our free tutoring services and other resources.
Career center
For this team, it's more than resumes and interview tips. It's about thoughtful and strategic career planning—beyond graduation.
Data Analytics Career Insights
How to Start and Grow Your IT Career
From degrees and certifications to gaining and maintaining in-demand skills, a quick guide to a future in IT.
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Data Analytics Professional Paths
Here are just some of the career options you could explore with our online bachelor's in information technology, minor in data analytics degree.
Related Job Titles to Explore*
- Business analytics developer
- Business intelligence analyst
- Data analyst
- Data performance analyst
- Management analyst
- Market research analyst
- Operations research analyst
- Project manager
- Quantitative analyst
- Risk analyst
- Web data analyst
Related Employment Settings to Explore
- Advertising or marketing agency
- Financial services organization
- Government—local, state, and federal
- Health care organization
- Information technology consulting firm
- Manufacturing company
- Market research firm
- Nonprofit organization
- Public, private, or for-profit educational institution
- Retail organization
- Software development company
- Web development company
*These are examples intended to serve as a general guide. Some
positions may prefer or even require previous experience, licensure,
certifications, and/or other designations along with a degree. Because
many factors determine what position an individual may attain, Capella
cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific job title, a
promotion, salary increase, or other career outcome. We encourage you
to research requirements for your job target and career goals.
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