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Business Analysis

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Boost your career with the Business Analysis Certificate, perfect for professionals looking to enhance skills or transition into new fields.

Courses
6 Required
1 Elective
Methods
Online
F-1 Visa Eligible

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This program is perfect for...

Professionals in finance, marketing, IT, and project management seeking to enhance business and organizational skills
Individuals looking to transition into business analysis roles
Administrative staff aiming to advance into strategic positions
Consultants and business experts expanding their analytical expertise

What you can learn.

Learn core principles of business analysis, planning, and implementation
Data analysis and modeling using tools like Microsoft Excel
Foundations of management and effective communication
Team building and collaborative leadership skills

Turn Insight into Impact: Explore Business Analysis

Business analysts play a critical role in bridging clients, stakeholders, and solutions teams—translating business needs into clear requirements that drive system design, projects, and strategic initiatives. In today’s fast-paced, solutions-driven environment, strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential for leading process improvements and driving organizational change.

The Business Analysis Certificate Program is designed for working professionals across a wide range of industries who want to strengthen their business and organizational analysis skills. It also supports individuals looking to pursue or transition into roles in financial analysis, marketing analysis, customer and investor relations, management, IT, logistics, construction, enterprise risk management, and more.

Whether you're aiming to enhance your current role or prepare for new opportunities, this program equips you with the tools to analyze data, improve decision-making, and contribute strategically to your organization’s success.

 

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Get Started

Step 1: Enroll in a Course
Courses in this program are open enrollment and paid for individually. You may take courses without committing to the program.
Step 2: Become a Candidate
Establish candidacy in the certificate program to receive tailored information, lock in course requirements, and gain access to exclusive student benefits. Registration Fee: $200
Important Note for International Students: Candidacy fees are included in your program fees and do not need to be paid separately.

Cost and Fees

All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.
Application and Candidacy Fee
$200
Estimated Textbooks and Materials
$600
Estimated Program Tuition
$5705

Payment Options

Need Help?
Book an appointment with an Academic Advisor.

Drop-In Advising Hour
This informal Zoom event is a platform for current and new program students to connect and ask questions to program staff. Drop in for 10 minutes or stay for the hour. Have questions about the certificate or program, bring them with you!

Each first and third Wednesdays of the month, 11am-12pm PT.

Email industrysegmentprograms@uclaextension.edu for the meeting link.

Required Courses

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Ethics Requirement

Elective Courses

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Electives

Students must complete 1 elective course.
MGMT X 444.1

Fundamentals of Project Management

Gain the skills to manage your daily projects efficiently and effectively. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the foundational framework that underpins all successful projects, along with essential tools, techniques, and knowledge necessary for achieving optimal project outcomes.

 

 

MGMT X 482.202

Organizational Communication

Organizations today are highly diverse workplaces. This course is designed to give you the knowledge and skills needed to successfully lead and communicate in your organization.

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