Course Summary
For employees in all aspects of business, one of the new keys to success, in a data-driven world, is having the skills and knowledge to effectively analyse and interpret the data in your environment. While the demand for data science specialists will continue to grow, data touches most other roles, and almost all employees require some level of data literacy.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
All part-time programmes at MTU will run subject to sufficient student numbers. Where a programme cannot proceed, applicants will be contacted and advised on alternative study options.
Students should note that fees quoted relate to the academic year 2024-2025 only and are subject to change on an annual basis. Except where stated, course fees cover the cost of tuition only.
Application Details
APPLICATION DEADLINE 5th September 2023
All part-time programmes at MTU will run subject to sufficient student numbers. Where a programme cannot proceed, applicants will be contacted and advised on alternative study options.
Students should note that fees quoted relate to the academic year 2023-2024 only and are subject to change on an annual basis. Except where stated, course fees cover the cost of tuition only.
Fees
All part-time programmes at MTU will run subject to sufficient student numbers. Where a programme cannot proceed, applicants will be contacted and advised on alternative study options.
Students should note that fees quoted relate to the academic year 2023-2024 only and are subject to change on an annual basis. Except where stated, course fees cover the cost of tuition only.
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
Graduates of the SPA Certificate in Applied Analytics for Business will be confident, active members and leaders of data driven organisations. Through their understanding of data, they will be advocates for data-based decision making within their organisations. It is anticipated that some graduates will also progress to other educational programmes.
Progression
Access, Transfer & Progression
Candidates will be required to hold a Level 8 honours degree or equivalent. Candidates may also be considered based on significant work experience via recognition of prior learning (RPL). Those for whom English is not their first language are required to have an IELTS of 6.5 or above.
Graduates will be eligible to progress to other academic programmes at MTU and other HEIs, for example, the Master of Business Administration in Strategy (part-time delivery) within MTU will offer students an exemption upon completion of this SPA Certificate in Applied Analytics for Business, against a similar module on the MBA (Strategy).
Standard entry requirements must still be met; further information can be provided by the course coordinator on request.
Duration
LOCATION(S)
MTU Bishopstown Campus, Cork, Online