Quantitative Principles in Business – Graduate Certificate
Quantitative Principles in Business
Prepare for your next career move with a stackable graduate certificate in quantitative principles in business. You’ll develop skills in mathematics and analytical reasoning to drive data-informed business decisions and gain the competitive advantage needed to get ahead.
At a Glance
15
Total Credits
$750*
Cost Per Credit
*Tuition and fee rates subject to change
1 year+
Time to Complete
Drive your future forward
Advance your career by learning the principles of utilizing data‑driven decision‑making frameworks to address complex business challenges – transforming data into actionable strategy. Stay competitive with this flexible certificate designed to fit your pace and your life. This certificate program also integrates seamlessly into the online MBA program for those looking to complete a master’s degree.
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Admission
Rolling Admission
Fall, Spring, and Summer -
Application Deadlines
Fall: July 1
Spring: December 1
Summer: April 1 -
Format
100% Online
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Graduate College Requirements:
- 4 year Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
- Academic Records/Transcripts
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement.)
- Proof of English Proficiency for non-native speakers of English
Program Specific Requirements:
- Statement of Purpose
- Resume
For more information regarding specific program requirements, visit the Ivy College of Business website.
Required Core Courses: 9 Credits
- BUSAD 5020: Quantitative Business Analysis and Decision Making (3 credits)
- FIN 5010: Financial Valuation and Corporate Financial Decisions (3 credits)
- FIN 5320: Financial Markets and the Economy (3 credits)
Electives: Choose Two: 6 Credits
- ACCT 5010: Financial Accounting (3 credits)
- MGMT 5030: Professional Responsibility in Business and Society (3 credits)
- MIS 5010: Management Information Systems (3 credits)
- MKT 5010: Marketing (3 credits)
- SCM 5010: Supply Chain Management (3 credits)
Kim Putz
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515-294-7279
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Boost Your Earning Power
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$101,910
median annual salary for a financial analyst
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6%
projected employment growth through 2034
Career Path Opportunities
Develop expertise in the theories and frameworks that shape business data interpretation. Apply those insights to make informed decisions across a variety of careers and industries.
Job titles might include:
- Quantitative Analyst
- Risk Manager
- Actuary
- Data Scientist
- Business Intelligence Analyst
Industries:
- Finance
- Business
- Healthcare
- Technology
- Government
A flexible online experience, designed intentionally for you.
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