Become a Certified Business Analyst

Frequently Asked Questions

•  What’s the job outlook for Business Analysts?
  

  The Bureau of Labor and Statistics projects Data Analytics and Business Analytics job growth to be 25% over the next ten years. In comparison, 10% job growth is above average. Business Analytics is experiencing amazing job growth! Why? The expansion of data. In this year alone, we’ll likely produce 50 times more data than we did in the last ten years combined. Hidden in that data are the stories that show where we succeeded and where future success most likely lies. Skills in data manipulation tools such as SQL and Tableau are coveted. In a contracting market, businesses will rely more and more on data and those that interpret it.

•  Who is the ideal candidate for this program?
  

  Characteristics of an ideal candidate include someone who is tech-savvy and inquisitive; driven and motivated to learn and apply new skills; curious about other disciplines in Business Analytics; has a desire to understand and apply data; is a metrics-oriented multi-tasker with some Excel experience who can balance the time commitment required for the program with other responsibilities.

  ‍‍Our program is ideal for:

  • Recent graduates looking to build practical, hands-on skill sets
  • Business professionals looking to improve their analytics skills
  • Experienced professionals re-entering the workforce
  • Working professionals looking to make a shift into business analytics or expanding potential by becoming more knowledgeable about data-informed decision-making
  • Entrepreneurs seeking to grow their business by utilizing a set of analytics tools

  This program will prepare graduates for roles similar to:

  • Business Analyst
  • Business Operations Specialist
  • Business Operations Analyst
  • Operations Analyst
  • Associate Data Analyst
  • Sales/Marketing/Finance Analyst or Manager
  • And more…

  Have additional questions? Email us at support@ziplines.com and someone from our admissions team will get back to you.

• Is career support available?
  

  Yes. We have a Career Hub with on-demand career modules, resources, and workshops dedicated to helping you meet your career goals.

  Is job placement included?

  We do not offer job placement as part of our career support. However, we do provide you with the tools to be successful in your job search.

  ‍What types of roles can you get after the course?

  This program will prepare graduates for roles similar to:

  • Business Analyst
  • Business Operations Specialist
  • Business Operations Analyst
  • Operations Analyst
  • Associate Data Analyst
  • Sales/Marketing/Finance Analyst or Manager
  • And more…

  ‍Will I have a completed portfolio at the end of the course?

  The course and the Playbook exercises will provide you with content to create a portfolio, but you are responsible for creating a portfolio on the platform of your choice.

• How many hours a week should I expect to spend on the program?

  You should expect to spend six to eight hours engaging with on-demand content created by industry experts, including hands-on activities and assignments in the online learning management system (LMS). Additionally, optional (but recommended) weekly live/online group sessions (two hours) are available for engaging in real-time with peers, mentors, and industry experts.

• Will I earn a certificate?

  Yes, you will earn an award of completion that verifies knowledge and hands-on experience in Business Analytics.

  You will also prepare to take the Tableau Desktop Specialist Certification. Included in this course is one full year of access to Tableau eLearning content (a $120 value)

• What do I need to do to pass the course?

  In order to receive a certificate of completion, learners must complete 100% of online coursework, achieve 70% or better on each module assessment, and submit all Strategic Business Analytics Playbooks.

  In order to receive an award of completion, learners must complete 100% of online coursework, achieve 70% or better on each module assessment, and submit all Strategic Business Analytics Playbooks.

• What payment options are offered?

  Great question! There are multiple options to pay for this course. The first way is to pay upfront, online. This option also provides the largest savings.  

  We offer both installment and financing options. To find out if you qualify for either of these payment options, fill out the enrollment form to be directed to the payment page. From there you can click on the "Get Qualified" link to see what options are available.

  Did you know that 92% of employers offer tuition reimbursement? Our guide gives you suggestions and templates for how to ask your employer to cover the cost of the course.

  View our reimbursement guide.

• What is your cancellation and refund policy?

  Learners have one week from the start date of the course to drop and receive a full refund.
  

• Where does the program take place?

  You'll access on-demand content and assignments through our learning platform and join the optional (but recommended) mentor-led live sessions once a week through our video conference platform. The live sessions are recorded. The online learning management system can be accessed on a computer from anywhere with an internet connection.
  

• Will I receive credit for this course?

  No, this is a noncredit course. As such, it is not eligible for financial aid. However, many employers offer reimbursement for continuing education so check with  your human resources department to determine your eligibility.
  

• Who is Ziplines Education?

  We partner with Ziplines Education, a market-driven education company based in Silicon Valley, CA, to offer innovative and highly rated certificate courses that help adult learners and working professionals build work-ready digital skills and earn industry-recognized credentials.