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Behavioral Data Analytics Certificate

Develop quantitative research skills and learn to harness the power of big data and data analytics.

Forecasting future consumer behavior through predictive modeling is a prized skill sought out in academic and professional settings. Be in demand and improve your value to future employers by earning your graduate certificate in Behavioral Data Analytics.

Program type:
Certificate - Graduate
Format:
On Campus
Est. time to complete:
1 year
Credit hours:
9
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Why study behavioral data analytics?

Application Deadlines
Fall:
Aug. 1
Spring:
Dec. 1
Summer:
May 1

In the past decade big data and data analytics has emerged as the new-frontier for data driven decisions across the public and private sector. Through the Behavioral Data Analytics graduate certificate program you'll learn to select, compute and interpret advanced statistical techniques to address cutting edge research questions.

Add to your arsenal of knowledge while tackling real-world issues in highly interactive classes. After completing our graduate certificate program you'll be well prepared to analyze and address problems of the future.

Behavioral Data Analytics at UND

  • Students are trained in cutting-edge data analytic methodologies and technology. 

  • Learn to select, conduct and interpret results of appropriate statistical procedures for a given research question.

  • Highly interactive classes equip students with data analytic skills to take on real-world issues.

  • Acquire a strong foundation in inferential statistics, predictive modeling and data mining

  •  Connect with highly versed faculty to the intricacies of data analytics and how to apply them with your professional goals.

  •  Apply teachings to your respective area of specialization.

Behavioral Data Analytics Careers

Earning UND's Behavioral Data Analytics certificate is an excellent way to take your education to the next level. 

Studying the cognitive, emotional, social and behavioral processes of individuals and interpreting the data opens doors to careers that extend beyond psychology. Behavior data analysts are also highly coveted in market research, training and development, education, and social work.

The rate of anticipated job growth to 2030 is expected to be much faster than the average, giving graduates a better chance at finding jobs in the field of their choice.

Behavior Data Analytics Courses You Could Take

PSYC 540. Foundations of Behavioral Data Analytics. 3 Credits.

This course covers the process of inspecting, cleansing, transforming, and modeling quantitative data with the goal of discovering useful information, suggesting conclusions, and supporting decision-making. Behavioral data analytics has multiple facets and approaches, encompassing diverse techniques under a variety of names. In this course, we will cover data mining focused on modeling and knowledge discovery for predictive rather than purely descriptive purposes. Techniques for integrating data and for visualizing data will also be explored. On demand.

PSYC 541. Advanced Univariate Statistics. 3 Credits.

Theory of univariate statistics; application to quantitative data in psychology. Prerequisite: Graduate standing, college algebra, and elementary statisitcs.

PSYC 542. Multivariate Statistics for Psychology. 3 Credits.

The appropriate use and interpretation of multivariate data analytic techniques in psychology. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and PSYC 541.

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