Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Data Analytics and Economics
This diploma in data analytics and economics offers a unique combination of skills and knowledge that individuals can apply to various fields including business, finance, healthcare and government. A strong foundation in economics, statistics and machine learning will allow graduates to make data-informed decisions in their field of practice.
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- Kelowna
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- Full program offered
- Partial program offered
Credential
Diploma
Delivery options
Full-Time
- International students eligible
Tuition and fees
2024-25: $9,842.92
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Fees include all mandatory fees: Activity fee, Health & Dental, Student Association fee, Education Technology fee, Development fee.
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All amounts are approximate and are subject to change.
Program details
This unique two-year post-baccalaureate diploma (60 credit/20 course) is aimed at students with a bachelor's degree in any science, arts, business, nursing, or management program who wish to pursue a career in Data Analytics and Economics. Students will receive thorough training in statistics and data science. Year one of this program sets the mathematical, statistical, and economic foundation for higher-level learning in the economics and data science areas. In second year, students build on and apply these foundational skills to a diverse set of areas. While many of the applications have an economic focus, the mathematical, statistical, and data science concepts learned are universally applicable to a wide range of disciplines.
| Campus | Start date | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Kelowna | Jan. 06, 2025 | |
| Kelowna | Sep. 03, 2025 |
Admission requirements
- Successful completion of a recognized Bachelor Degree in any arts, science, engineering, psychology, business or management program. A post-secondary basic calculus course, or equivalent, is highly recommended.
- Applicants who have completed post-secondary studies outside of Canada will require a World Education Service evaluation with International Credential Advantage Package of their credentials.
- A student who has completed a recognized undergraduate degree in a program different than those listed above may be admitted to the program provided they pass the °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û²éѯ College Basic Algebra Proficiency Test with a minimum score of 20/25 AND the Calculus Readiness Test with a minimum score of 16/25.
Program requirements
- A personal computer is required. See the program for computer specifications.
Program outline
Successful completion of the prescribed and elective courses as listed in the program outline with a minimum graduating grade average of 60%.
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