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Business Analyst
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
Why choose Business Analyst?
- A great career for someone with good communication and analytical skills who would shine as a liaison among stakeholders in a business setting.
- Business analysts enjoy stimulating work as they research, analyze, design, and implement solutions to solve a variety of business-related problems.
- Thanks to technological advancements in the 21st century, business analysts are ever-more essential to the success of any large enterprise.
Of the many new careers brought about by technological advancements in the 21st century, business analysts are increasingly vital to the success of any large enterprise. Business analysts act as the all-important link between business and technology, working to research, analyze, design, and implement solutions to solve a variety of business-related problems.
Program Locations
Online
Length of Program: Two Years
Credits: 63-64
Start Dates: Fall and Spring
Start at any time or location by taking general education courses
What You'll Learn
The Business Analyst associate degree is a two-year program that prepares individuals to work closely with stakeholders to identify business needs and offer opportunities for improvements in systems or workflow. The skills gained in this program are in demand within the industries of healthcare, IT, manufacturing, insurance, and finance.
In this program you will research, analyze, and design solutions using business requirements and best practices. Through group projects you will develop and leverage leadership- and team-building tools using a variety of different collaboration methods.
Estimated Entire Program Cost
Cost based on the 2019/2020 academic calendar year.
- Tuition & Fees: $9,221.97
- Books: $1,964.08
- Supplies, Uniforms, and/or Exams: $80.00
- Total Estimated Cost: $11,266.05
Financial Aid Eligibility
This program is eligible for full Financial Aid.
| Catalog# | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10102210 | Business Analyst Essentials | 3.00 | |
|
10801198 | Speech | 3.00 |
| -or- | 10801196 | Oral/Interpersonal Communication | 3.00 |
| 10103106 | Microsoft Office-Introduction | 3.00 | |
| 10801136 | English Composition I | 3.00 | |
| 10196189 | Team Building & Problem Solving | 3.00 | |
| (15 Credits) |
| Catalog# | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
10804107 | College Mathematics | 3.00 |
| -or- | 10804118 | Intermediate Algebra with Applications | 4.00 |
| 10102213 | Requirements Analysis | 3.00 | |
| 10156101 | Database Concepts and Design | 3.00 | |
| 10102211 | Business Analyst Fundamentals 1 | 3.00 | |
| 10102214 | Continuous Improvement | 3.00 | |
| 10809172 | Introduction to Diversity Studies | 3.00 | |
| (18-19 Credits) |
| Catalog# | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10809103 | Think Critically & Creatively | 3.00 | |
| 10156102 | SQL Development | 3.00 | |
| 10102212 | Business Analyst Fundamentals 2 | 3.00 | |
| 10102216 | Solutions Design | 3.00 | |
| 10196190 | Leadership Development | 3.00 | |
| (15 Credits) |
| Catalog# | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10102220 | Business Analyst Capstone | 3.00 | |
| 10801197 | Technical Reporting | 3.00 | |
| 10196188 | Project Management | 3.00 | |
| 10102215 | Business Analyst Fundamentals 3 | 3.00 | |
|
10809198 | Intro to Psychology | 3.00 |
| -or- | 10809188 | Developmental Psychology | 3.00 |
| (15 Credits) |
| (63-64 Credits) |
Instructors
Careers
- Applications Analyst
- Business Analyst
- Computer Systems Analysts
- Functional Analyst
- Project Coordinator
- Systems Analyst
Take the Next Step
"Our students are the future, and we have the ability to give them the tools to succeed."
MIKE WALLNER
INSTRUCTOR
Choose Your Path
Career pathways help you take your education one step at a time to maximize your investment and make college fit your life. Earn a credential and start using it in the workforce. Continue with another stack of related courses to gain a more advanced diploma or degree.
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