Data Analytics Program
Get ready to jumpstart a career with global impact. Earn credit while learning in-demand data analytics skills including Excel and Tableau.
Enrollment is now open for Summer 2022!
ENHANCE YOUR RESUME BY TACKLING REAL-WORLD CASE STUDIES FROM TOP COMPANIES
Our World Runs On Data
Data is everywhere. From helping schools expand equal education access to allowing Silicon Valley startups to make advancements in alternative energy, data continuously transforms our lives.
We want to better equip you — the next generation of changemakers — with the tools and skills needed to successfully interpret the stories data tells and make the bold, data-driven decisions that will better our tomorrow.
Your Courses
COURSE 1: INTRO TO BUSINESS DATA ANALYTICS
NOW ENROLLING FOR SUMMER 2022!
This isn’t your typical intro course.
From day one, you’ll learn how to utilize tools like Excel to analyze real-world datasets and solve real-world problems. Data-driven decision making is the future — be a part of it.
After this course, you’ll:
- Accelerate your career with in-demand data analytics skills
- Build your resume with real-world data analytics experience
- Receive an Excel Specialist Certification
BDA 337
3 CREDITS
COURSE 2: DATA VISUALIZATION (WITH TABLEAU)
NOW ENROLLING FOR SUMMER 2022!
Picking up where Intro to Data Analytics left off, you’ll utilize tools like Tableau to become a data storyteller. You will learn to apply key design principles and create digestible and dynamic data visualizations to impact the world around you.
After this course you’ll:
- Accelerate your career with in-demand data visualization skills
- Build your resume with real-world data visualization experience
- Receive a Tableau Specialist Certification
BDA 436
3 CREDITS
COURSE 3: DATA WRANGLING & DECISION MAKING
COMING SOON!
This course is for aspiring data analysts who understand spreadsheet programs, like Microsoft Excel but have little to no coding experience. You'll now learn how to query and aggregate data from SQL and answer questions by using data.
After this course you’ll:
- Accelerate your career with in-demand data wrangling skills
- Build your resume with real-world data wrangling experience
- Receive a SQL Specialist Certification & badge for your LinkedIn
BDA 338
3 CREDITS
How It Works
Take everything you know about online courses and throw it away. Applying the best of both worlds, this program blends the structured familiarity of in-person classes with the ease and convenience of virtual learning, delivering you the tools and resources you need to succeed. Experience high-quality content, engaging group discussions and develop relevant, applicable skills from the moment you log in.
FLEXIBLE,
ONLINE LEARNING
Whether you prefer to work at your desk at 2 PM or on your couch at 2 AM, our 100% online program gives you the flexibility to learn your way, every day.
Each week, you’ll complete online modules containing Hollywood-produced Video Lectures and tangible exercises, set to a schedule that works best for you.
INTERACTIVE,
ONLINE SESSIONS
Once you’ve tackled the modules on your own, meet with your peers once a week in LiveLab, a virtual classroom conducted over Zoom.
During these sessions, you’ll have the opportunity to work with your peers and instructor to deepen your understanding and get additional hands-on practice.
APPLIED, PROJECT-BASED LEARNING
Instead of being graded on learning theories and memorizing formulas, this course will be open-world, where you can use all the resources around you to solve real problems.
Skill Builders and Portfolio Projects will help you apply relevant concepts to real data sets and demonstrate your skills to potential employers.
ON-ON-ONE,GUIDED, SUPPORT
You're going to feel confident and fully supported every step of
the way.
If a specific assignment has you stumped, reach out to our 1:1 on-demand Tutoring Center or attend weekly group Study Halls! Need help catching up or have questions? Your dedicated Program Coordinator is here to be your personal success coach.
NO TESTS,
NO QUIZZES
Instead of being graded on learning theories and memorizing formulas, this course will be open-world, where you can use all the resources around you to solve real problems.
Skill Builders and Portfolio Projects will help you apply relevant concepts to real data sets and demonstrate your skills to potential employers.
What You'll Learn
Each module in this course is designed to make you career-ready. Using relevant case studies and a learn-by-doing approach, you'll analyze data, translate technical details into business needs, and begin confidently communicating the stories behind the numbers.
Robert Really Loves Data
HE'LL MAKE YOU LOVE IT, TOO
DR. ROBERT ALVAREZ
Data Scientist
A rare blend of real-world experience and a passion for upskilling students, Robert will be your expert guide into the world of data analysis. He devoted his professional life to studying and using data to champion holistic changes in a wide array of fields. After working at large global companies like Intel and diverse institutions like NASA, Robert has both the tech skills and the intercultural industry experience to best prepare you for your future data-driven career.
He’ll also attempt to be funny along the way — we apologize in advance.
Rum Judge & Avid Traveler
Artificial Intelligence Advisor at
NASA’s Frontier Development Lab
Former Supply Chain Data Scientist at Intel
Former Professor of Machine Learning & Data Science at Santa Clara University
I love being able to share my knowledge and passion for data and about critical thinking and problem solving with everyone. This class is not a math class. It’s a data class, and we can do so much more by giving students the right tools.
Hey! I'm Danielle.
Every week, I’ll assist any way I can during our virtual LiveLabs to make sure you’re properly retaining the info from the Video Lectures.
Danielle
LiveLab Instructor
PERSONALIZED SUPPORT
Right At Your Fingertips
We know you got this. But for the times you need a helping hand, we’ve compiled a slew of resources to make sure you achieve the best results.
Natalie here!
Missed a class? Having some issues submitting assignments? LMK! Together, we’ll troubleshoot any hiccups that get in the way of you having a smooth learning experience.
NATALIE
Program Coordinator
Don't Just Take Our Word For It ...
The lessons taught in this class apply to the real world, and the instructors are passionate about what they're teaching.
SOPHOMORE | History
I loved the real-world skills and projects that I can put into a portfolio.
This has been the best class I've taken in college because I felt like I learned something useful for once.
JUNIOR | Comms
SENIOR | Finance
It’s such a great class, with understanding teachers that explain things step-by-step and will go the extra mile to help anyone with anything.
Also, the jokes are funny!
JUNIOR | Accounting
I loved the inclusive and tailored learning environment that you all worked so diligently to provide us. I felt very heard throughout the entire course.
FRESHMAN | Poli Sci
This course has been great!
I am already using my data analysis skills for vendor management at a financial institution.
ALUM | Marketing
FAQs
The CUI Data Analytics Program will be offered during the following times:
- Summer Term: May 23, 2022 to July 29, 2022
- Fall Term: Information coming soon!
Class will be broken up into two parts:
- The Video Lectures are high-quality, recorded online videos and can be completed any time — day or night — but you will need to stay on track with your CUI peers.
- The virtual classrooms, LiveLabs, are twice a week, conducted over Zoom video chat with your classmates.
- Intro to Applied Data Analytics and Data Visualization LiveLabs for the Summer Term will be:
- Option 1: Wednesdays and Fridays, 12–1:30 p.m. PT
- Option 2: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6–7:30 p.m. PT
You are required to attend LiveLabs with your classmates.
Twice a week, you will participate in a face-to-face, online session with your instructor and classmates to discuss project work and provide Q&A on previous lectures.
You will have access to an on-demand online tutor, a coach to make sure you stay on track, a peer pod for group work, and weekly live discussions.
No, these courses are designed for all backgrounds and majors. Rather than starting your courses in theory, your courses will start with a focus on real world application, using tools that remove complexity. These courses are not just "open note"; they are "open everything", just like the real world.
These courses will require you to have access to a desktop or laptop computer (Chromebooks and tablets are NOT compatible), stable high-speed internet and a webcam.
- For Windows, a computer with a 64-bit version of Windows 7 or later is required.
- For Macs, a model from 2009 or newer is required.
You will receive all other course materials and software licensing.
For current CUI students, the cost for the courses will be treated just like any other three- (3) credit hour course included in tuition.
Note: You may be eligible to receive financial aid for these programs — please speak to the Financial Aid office to learn more.
Current CUI students are eligible to receive three (3) credits per course. Consult your program advisor for more details.
No, you can attend these courses from anywhere.
The CUI Data Analytics Program is offered in partnership with Podium Education, the leader in developing online programs that empower universities to prepare students for high-growth careers in the digital economy.

This program is offered through Concordia University Irvine
Contact CUI Data Analytics Team at (949) 468-3190.