The strategic management of technology and information is crucial to any business operation.
This nine-credit, stand-alone certificate is designed for those who work in information technology (IT), who have clients in technology fields, or who want a broad introduction to information systems.
The courses prepare you to strategically implement technology within organizations and give you a managerial-level understanding of infrastructure, applications, and the industry’s latest data analysis tools.
Interested in earning your Master of Business Administration degree? At CSU’s College of Business, you can start with a certificate and finish with an MBA. The credits earned in this certificate can be applied toward the College’s Online MBA or Evening MBA programs, but please note that completion of this certificate does not guarantee admission into the MBA program.
The graduate certificate in business information systems is offered by the College of Business Department of Computer Information Systems.
The Business Information Systems certificate program at the Colorado State College of Business is a highly relevant and career-centric educational offering designed to prepare students for the increasingly digital and data-driven business landscape. This program sets itself apart by providing a comprehensive curriculum that blends core business knowledge with advanced information technology skills. Students learn to leverage cutting-edge technologies for data management, analysis, and strategic decision-making.
With a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, real-world projects, and industry partnerships, graduates emerge with the ability to harness the power of information systems to enhance business operations and drive innovation. The Business Information Systems certificate at the Colorado State College of Business is the ideal choice for individuals aspiring to bridge the gap between business strategy and technology implementation, positioning themselves as valuable assets in organizations seeking to thrive in the digital age.
Every credit earned in this certificate can later be applied toward CSU’s online or on-campus Master of Computer Information Systems after formal admission per University transfer policies. Successful completion of the certificate does not guarantee degree-program admission.
In a graduate certificate program in Business Information Systems, students can expect to learn:
- Gain proficiency in data collection, storage, and retrieval techniques, including relational database management systems (DBMS) like SQL.
- Learn how to analyze data to extract valuable insights, make data-driven decisions, and develop business intelligence strategies.
- Explore methods to integrate and optimize various information systems and technologies to support business processes and operations.
- Understand the principles of cybersecurity, data privacy, and risk management to protect sensitive business information.
- Familiarize yourself with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle, and learn how these integrated systems can streamline business processes and improve efficiency.
Certificate at a Glance
Delivery: |
Online |
Length: |
Can be completed in two semesters if courses are taken concurrently or three semesters if courses are taken sequentially |
Tuition: |
$867 per credit for 2022-2023 |
Credits: |
9‡ |
Certificate awarded: |
Graduate Certificate in Business Information Systems
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‡Additional prerequisite coursework may be required.
What You'll Learn:
- Foundational knowledge of the field of Business Intelligence including its impacts, capabilities and role in decision making
- Hands-on experience with relevant and popular BI technologies and vendors shaping the industry
- What it takes to manage a project from start to finish and the strategic role and management of technology and projects
- The strategic value of enterprise systems and risks associated in business process integration.
- Utilization of IT to automate, augment and enhance business processes, and delivery of the needed processes and information.
- Organizational decision-making and collaboration with business management
Certificate at a Glance
Delivery: |
Online |
Length: |
Can be completed in two semesters if courses are taken concurrently or three semesters if courses are taken sequentially |
Tuition: |
$867 per credit for 2022-2023 |
Credits: |
9‡ |
Certificate awarded: |
Graduate Certificate in Business Information Systems
|
Courses and curriculum: |
Download your course roadmap |
‡Additional prerequisite coursework may be required.
Admissions, Deadlines and Financial Aid
Learn more about admissions requirements to enroll in our spring or fall sessions. Visit tuition and aid for information on the latest tuition benefits available to you.
- Fall
AdmissionApply by July 31
- Spring
AdmissionApply by Jan 1