Full program description
Program Introduction:
Three six-week online courses are available through MU Extension and Engagement: Business Data Analytics, Coding and Programming, and Geographical Information Systems. Each course is designed to be completed self-paced in six weeks with 40-50 hours of total commitment per course. Individuals will receive a certificate of completion for each completed course, and those who complete all three courses will receive an MU Extension Continuing Education certificate in Digital Technology.
Included Courses:
Introduction to Coding and Programming
This course provides an introductory-level overview of coding and programming. Note: This course is part of the Digital Transformation Certificate Program that offers three online courses available through MU Extension and Engagement: Business Data Analytics, Coding and Programming, and Geographical Information Systems. Individuals will receive a certificate of completion for each completed course, and those who complete all three courses will receive an MU Extension Continuing Education Certificate in Digital Technology.
Business Analytics in Practice
This course introduces the core principles, methods, and tools associated with data analytics and provides hands-on training in using popular analytical tools. The course covers advanced tools/techniques for data summarization, visualization, predictive modeling, association mining, clustering, and natural language processing. It is organized around the two foundational pillars of data analytics – descriptive analytics and predictive analytics.
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Geospatial Analytics
This course provides an introductory-level overview of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Geospatial Analytics. Note: This course is part of the Digital Transformation Certificate Program that offers three online courses available through MU Extension and Engagement: Business Data Analytics, Coding and Programming, and Geographical Information Systems. Individuals will receive a certificate of completion for each completed course, and those who complete all three courses will receive an MU Extension Continuing Education Certificate in Digital Technology.
Program Contacts:
Sarah Rielley and Jonathan Mack
Program Completion:
Program Completion Certificate
Department:
MU Extension Business and Communities/ MU College of Engineering
Credit:
Continuing Education/12 CEU
Audience:
Non-traditional students