Big Data Solution Architecture (Optional Co-op)
| Study location | Canada, Ontario, Waterloo |
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| Type | Graduate Certificate, College |
| Nominal duration | 1 year/ 2 semesters, plus 1 Optional Co-op term |
| Study language | English |
| Course code | 1448 |
| Tuition fee | CA$18,587 per year The fee is for the 2024–2025 academic year and includes tuition (CA$15,844), health insurance and ancillary charges. The fees displayed are estimates for two semesters and are subject to change. |
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| Registration fee | CA$400 one-time The registration fee includes the non-refundable application fee (CA$100) and the refundable deposit fee (CA$300). Please REVIEW the EdviseCanada`s fee policy. |
| Entry qualification | Undergraduate Diploma (or higher) To be eligible for admission, you must possess: - A diploma, advanced diploma, degree or equivalent with an overall average grade of B or above (as assessed, by country, to Ontario standards) in any of these areas:
OR - A graduate certificate in computer applications development or mobile solutions development with an overall average grade of B or above (as assessed, by country, to Ontario standards). Other relevant disciplines that offer a significant degree of software development in their curriculum (such as health informatics) may also be considered. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. |
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| Language requirements | English If you are not from an English-speaking country, you must provide proof of your English language proficiency by submitting one of the following tests:
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Overview
Companies that embrace modern information technology deal with vast amounts of data; this Big Data often shows patterns and trends on which to make sound business decisions.
To support Business Analysts, our one-year Big Data Solution Architecture graduate certificate program focuses on collecting, processing, and presenting large data sets.
You will be able to develop your skills in solution development, database design (SQL and NoSQL), data processing, data warehousing, and data visualization to help build a solid foundation in this vital support role.
You will be able to apply knowledge to real-world problems through applied learning techniques such as problem-based learning.
The optional co-op stream includes one co-op work term.
Career opportunities
The business intelligence profession is growing and the demand is increasing for the information technology professionals supporting it. This program prepares students to build and support the systems capturing, storing and visualizing the vast amounts of data available today.
Graduates will have the knowledge and skills required for career growth in such positions as business intelligence analyst, data architect, business intelligence solution specialist, business intelligence developer and data scientist in large manufacturing companies, financial institutions, the public service sector, and any organization with an active web presence.