Certificate
Certificate in Data Utilization
The Data Utilization certificate equips students with essential skills to transform raw data into strategic business insights through database management, Python programming, and visualization techniques. This certificate prepares graduates to support data-driven decision-making across organizations by creating dashboards, optimizing database queries, and communicating technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.Â
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At a Glance
Classes begin:
Fall 2026
Course Length
10 Weeks
Bachelor's Tuition
$804 per credit hour
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Skills You’ll Learn
Extract and analyze data using industry-standard tools and database queries to identify trends and performance metricsÂ
Create executive dashboards and reports that translate technical data into actionable business recommendationsÂ
Apply data-driven decision-making to optimize IT operations, reduce costs, and demonstrate ROI to stakeholdersÂ
What is a Bachelor's Completion Program?
A bachelor's degree completion program is designed for adults who have started, but not yet finished, an undergraduate degree. Students can transfer up to three years of previous college credit directly toward a bachelor's degree from the University of Denver through this program ideal for those seeking flexibility in completing their degree.
Curriculum
Undergraduate Certificate in Information Technology Foundations requires completion of 16 credit hours (4 courses).
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Concentration Courses
Career Outcomes
Select Job Titles
Data Analyst
Business Intelligence Analyst
Reporting Analyst
Database Technician
IT Operations Analyst
Data Analyst Salary: National Average
$93,000
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College of Professional Studies students have access to University of Denver Career Services including:
- One-on-one career coaching and mock interviews
- A job database dedicated to DU students and alumni
- Resume and cover letter guidance
Combined Degrees
Accelerate your education by combining bachelor's completion with earning a master's degree.
Accreditation
Higher Learning Commission
College of Professional Studies programs maintain the highest level of accreditation offered by The Higher Learning Commission, one of the regional accrediting bodies recognized by the federal government. The University of Denver and all its academic programs are regionally accredited by this commission, and regional accreditation is the highest standard for universities in the United States.
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