Data and Communication, Certificate
College of Information and Communications
Data-driven decisions and strategies and digital storytelling are essential skills for communications professionals. This flexible online certificate was designed for both seasoned professionals and recent graduates.
Are you a communications professional who wants to update your skills? Or are you a recent graduate looking to augment your degree with tools that are in high demand? Our 12-hour certificate is the perfect combination of courses to make you more marketable and up to date in an industry that is in constant flux.
Program Highlights
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100 Percent Online
Take advantage of the flexibility of pursuing a graduate certificate that is offered 100 percent online.
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Jumpstart a Master's
The courses you take for the certificate can also be applied toward a Master of Data and Communication, should you choose to pursue it.
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11.5 Million
Prepare for a career field that will see a 28 percent increase in the number of jobs available by 2026: that's 11.5 million new jobs.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Data Analysis
Examining and interpreting information to uncover insights and inform decision making
Strategic Communication
Connect with a targeted audience through stories backed by data to elevate a brand and building loyalty
Problem Solving
Identifying, analyzing and resolving problems or challenges using creative and effective strategies
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Database Management
Organizing and maintaining data in a computer system, including storage, retrieval and security
Innovation
Introducing new ideas, methods or products to improve performance or achieve a specific goal
Planning and Strategy
Developing and implementing a comprehensive and effective approach to achieve specific goals
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Potential Careers
- Account Planner
- Strategist
- Account Manager
- Data Analyst
- Marketing Manager
- Marketing Specialist
Workplace Settings
- Marketing
- Communications
- Health Care
- Education
- Technology