Tableau Citizen Data Science Certificate
Program Overview
Introduction to the Tableau Citizen Data Science Certificate Program
The University of South Florida's Muma College of Business, in association with Tableau, offers a Citizen Data Science Certificate Program. This program allows students who earn a degree from the college to graduate with an additional certification in Tableau, a leading business intelligence tool.
Program Description
Tableau is the fastest-growing data visualization tool in the world, known for its simplicity, versatility, and power. Employers are seeking hires who can use this tool to derive insights from data and solve business challenges. The Citizen Data Science Certificate Program is designed to meet this market need.
Program Requirements
To earn the certificate, students must:
- Make their dashboard interactive
- Submit at least three different YouTube URL projects from three different courses
This certification is not a requirement for graduation.
Specific Courses
The program requires students to complete exercises in several courses, which are embedded with Tableau's visualization platform. The courses have common characteristics, including:
- A related dataset that makes sense for the course
- Use of Tableau's visualization platform to analyze and come up with stories
- Production of a short video showcasing the exercise
The specific courses are listed below:
Core Courses
- ACG 2021: Principles of Financial Accounting
- CAI 3801: AI and Analytics
Finance
- FIN 4453: Financial Modeling and Analytics
- FIN 4443: Financial Policies and Strategies
Personal Financial Planning
- FIN 3144: Fundamental of Financial Planning
- FIN 4128: Financial Planning Capstone
Business Analytics & Information Systems
- ISM 3232: Business Application Development
- ISM 4212: Database Design and Administration
Management
- MAN 3301: Human Resource Management
- MAN 4737: Integrated Management Applications
Marketing
- MAR 3613: Marketing Research
Risk Management & Insurance
- RMI 4226: Risk Insurance Analytics
Any three courses from this list will count towards the Citizen Data Scientist Certificate. Students typically take these courses over a two-year period, gradually improving their skills in Tableau, storytelling, and understanding how data drives the future of functional roles in business.
