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Become a Business Analyst

Learn key skills from top business analysts in 10 weeks. Practice SQL, Tableau, and AI-powered techniques. Learn online at your own pace, with continuous support from a dedicated learning team.

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Associate Data Analyst at Northwestern University with salary range: $70k-$75kBusiness Operations Analyst at Bank of America with salary range: $95k-$100kBusiness Analyst at BP with salary range: $85k-$95k

*Salary ranges are based on median Glassdoor.com data

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Download the syllabus to see course details and enrollment options.

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Learn from top business analysts to advance your data + AI skills.

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Stand out to potential employers and earn more interviews.

Gain job-ready skills in just 10 weeks

  • Master the tools employers want: SQL, Tableau, Excel, and AI tools like ChatGPT
  • Build a portfolio of real-world projects to impress in interviews
  • Get 12 months of access to course content, career resources, and Tableau eLearning

Everything you need to be ready for a business analyst role in just 10 weeks

  • Use AI tools like ChatGPT to boost speed, accuracy, and storytelling in analytics
  • Query data using SQL commands
  • Create impactful data visualizations using Tableau and Excel
  • Learn from leading business analysts across industries
  • Complete coursework on your schedule. Get support at any time from a dedicated learning team
  • Join optional weekly live sessions online. Dive into in-demand tools like Power BI and Python in optional skills workshops
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Download the full syllabus and see exactly what you’ll learn—AI, SQL, Tableau, and more. Meet the industry expert instructors and see how 1:1 career coaching and live learning support keep you on track to success.

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“Would I recommend this program to someone else? 100% Yes!”

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"My favorite part of the course were the live sessions with the mentor who was a practicing data analyst."

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“I was promoted and earned a raise after taking the course.”

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"Finding the Business Analytics course was just amazing. It was exactly what I was looking for."

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"This type of course really helps streamline your thinking."

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"I'm already using some of the skills I've learned. Specifically, Tableau."

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

This course is ideal for professionals looking to build job-critical business analytics and AI skills—whether you’re entering the field, changing careers, or advancing your skills for your current role.

This course is perfect for:

  • Aspiring analysts and career pivotors looking to build a strong foundation to set your analytics career in motion
  • Professionals in related roles looking to sharpen their analytics and AI skills
  • Recent grads and current college students looking to enhance their areas of study and interest
  • Business analysts who have spent several years out of the workforce and are looking to return to work

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

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

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.

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...

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

You should expect to spend six to eight hours a week engaging with on-demand content created by industry experts, including hands-on activities and assignments in the online learning management system.

Join weekly live sessions with leading analysts to learn the latest trends and see how they’re using AI right now. Engage in real-time demos on how to use ChatGPT to supercharge data cleaning, data visualization, and more.

Yes, you will earn a university-issued certificate 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).

This prestigious credential will enhance your resume, making you more attractive to potential employers. It can also be showcased on LinkedIn to highlight your proficiency in business analytics technologies, setting you apart in a competitive job market. Earning this certificate of completion demonstrates your commitment to continuous learning and professional growth, significantly boosting your career advancement opportunities.

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.

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.

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.

Many employers also 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.

We are confident in the quality of our learning experience, having supported thousands of learners and received hundreds of 5-star reviews. Because we believe so strongly in the value and impact of our course, we offer a 7-day money-back guarantee from the start date. If the course isn't the right fit for you, you can withdraw within the first week of your course and receive a full refund, no questions asked.

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.

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