Program Overview

Program Overview

The Business Analysis, Intelligence, and Analytics program is designed to equip students with the skills to understand, manage, and deliver value with data. This program combines leadership training with three complementary disciplines, enabling students to successfully evaluate performance, identify inadequacies, and implement solutions in an organization.

Program Description

The practices of business analysis, intelligence, and analytics enable students to understand, manage, and deliver value with data. Business analytics uses statistical and quantitative tools for explanatory and predictive modeling, while business intelligence collects data to find information through questions, reporting, and analytical processes. This program does not require any particular technical background.

Choose this Program Track

Students should choose this program track if:

• They work or aspire to work in the data analytics field
• They are in the IT field but need to know the data needed by business users
• They want to learn data analysis tools and explore data visualization tools and techniques
• They need to understand basic programming skills to handle the data load and automate workflows

Field of Study Eligibility for Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP)

This program is aligned to the Field of Study requirement as outlined on the IRCC Website. Specific CIP Code information is also listed in the Letter of Acceptance (LOA) for the program as well as in the Letter of Completion (LOC) once the study requirements are met.

• CIP Code: 11.0103 - Information technology
• CIP Code: 30.7101 - Data analytics, general
• CIP Code: 30.7199 - Data analytics, other

What You Will Learn

The program covers various topics, including:

Analytics Tools and Strategies

Apply the techniques of business analytics to support decision-making in an organization.

Technology and Programming

Apply analytical tools and applications to develop analysis and solutions to address organization needs.

Modeling

Construct business analysis and translate the findings to support decision-making.

Management

Business and management principles to problem-solve organizational challenges.

Business Analysis

Review of enterprise-wide functions and processes.

Leadership

Deepen your own practice, while developing and fostering a multi-dimensional view of leaders and leadership.

Certificates

Upon successful completion of this specialization, students will receive the following certificates:

• Certificate in Business Intelligence and Analytics
• Business Analysis Certificate
• Certificate in IT Fundamentals
• Certificate for Front Line Leaders

Courses

Some courses provide credit towards more than one certificate, allowing students to complete the program in less time.

Certificate in Business Intelligence and Analytics

• Course Hours: 240 hours
• Certificate Hours: 240 hours
  • Term 1 Courses: 90 hours
  • Term 2 Courses: 60 hours
  • Term 3 Courses: 90 hours
• ICT 700i Business Intelligence Introduction: 30 hours
• ICT 707i Data Analysis and Presentation: 30 hours
• ICT 771i Business Analytics Introduction: 30 hours
• ICT 705i Gathering Requirements for BI Projects: 30 hours
• ICT 778i Python Foundations: 30 hours
• ICT 706i Data Preparation and Dimensional Modeling: 30 hours
• DAT 350i Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst: 30 hours
• ICT 779i Python for Data Analysis: 30 hours

Business Analysis Certificate

• Course Hours: 120 hours
• Certificate Hours: 120 hours
  • Term 1 Courses: 40 hours
  • Term 2 Courses: 40 hours
  • Term 3 Courses: 40 hours
• BAF 110i Defining Business Needs: 20 hours
• BAF 120i Working with Business Stakeholders: 20 hours
• BAF 130i Business Requirements: 20 hours
• BAF 140i Designing Sustainable Business Solutions: 20 hours
• BAF 150i Evaluating Solutions and Measuring Business Value: 20 hours
• BAF 160i The Role of an Integrated Business Analyst: 20 hours

IT Fundamentals Certificate

• Course Hours: 90 hours
• Certificate Hours: 120 hours
  • Term 1 Courses: 60 hours
  • Term 2 Courses: 30 hours
  • Term 3 Courses: 0 hours
• ICT 128i Relational Databases Fundamentals: 30 hours
• ICT 710i Computer Programming Level 1: 30 hours
• ICT 711i Computer Programming Level 2: 30 hours

Certificate for Front Line Leaders

• Course Hours: 125 hours
• Certificate Hours: 120 hours
  • Term 1 Courses: 21 hours
  • Term 2 Courses: 49 hours
  • Term 3 Courses: 55 hours
• BUS 649i Powerful Professionals: Consulting Skills for Leaders within Organizations: 14 hours
• BUS 635i Effective Decision Making in a Complex Environment: 7 hours
• BUS 127i Emotional Intelligence: 7 hours
• BUS 646i Productivity Skills and Tools for Managers: 7 hours
• BUS 648i Negotiation Skills for Working Professionals: 7 hours
• BUS 640i Business Case Development: Frameworks and Templates: 14 hours
• BUS 650i Cultivating a Strong Leadership Presence: 7 hours
• BUS 128i Dealing with the Difficult Conversation: 7 hours
• BUS 267i Leading Yourself and Others Through Change: 14 hours
• BUS 652i Taking Initiative for Career Growth: 7 hours
• BUS 700i Final Assessment for Certificate for Front Line Leaders: 20 hours

Work-Integrated Learning

This WIL opportunity will provide real-world experience in a professional role, offering insight into Canadian workplace culture and the chance to network and build rapport with employers and others in the industry.

Why Choose this Program Track?

This program focuses on giving students the tools to successfully lead, advise, and implement data-driven solutions in an organization.

Ultimate Benefits

• Work in Canada: Students who meet the requirements for full-time status may be eligible for a post-graduate work permit.
• Global Credential: Earn a global business credential to put on your resume.
• Gain a New Perspective: Study and make friends with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Important Dates

• Winter 2026 Start Date: January 2, 2026
• Fall 2026 Start Date: September 2, 2026

Extend Your Program

Students have the option to combine this program with another program, extending their IPP experience to two years.

Program Fees

Textbooks are not included in the fee. For more fee information, please see Fees and Payment Deadlines and International Refunds and Transfers.