Data and Decision Intelligence Analyst

Program Description

Data and Decision Intelligence Analysts collect, analyze, interpret, and communicate data clearly to solve real business problems and help organizations make smarter, data-driven decisions. They play a crucial role in helping to collect, organize, and analyze datasets and large databases of customer information, understand Artificial Intelligence (AI) concepts, AI models, natural language processing, and automation. Data and Decision Intelligence Analysts use tools and techniques to interpret data, create visualizations, communicate findings to stakeholders, and develop skills in identifying patterns and insights that are vital for various fields such as marketing, fraud detection, and research. If you want to build a foundation in modern data concepts so you can confidently navigate analytics tools and data sources in any organization, then becoming a Data and Decision Intelligence Analyst may be a great career path for you.

Job titles related to Data and Decision Intelligence Analysts include Data/Business Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst (BI Analyst), Decision Intelligence Analyst, Business Intelligence Consultant (BI Consultant), Business Intelligence Coordinator/Specialist (BI Coordinator/Specialist), Competitive Intelligence Analyst, Intelligence Analyst, Market Intelligence Analyst/Consultant, and Strategic Business and Technology Intelligence Consultant.

This program prepares students to take the certification exams for CompTIA® Data+, CertNexus® Certified Artificial Intelligence Practitioner (CAIP), and Certified Data Science Practitioner (CDSP), and for a career as a Data and Decision Intelligence Analyst. Students learn data concepts, environments, and software tools, including Microsoft (MS) Excel, MS SQL, Oracle SQL, PowerBI, and Tableau. Students gain high demand skills in data acquisition and preparation, data analysis, visualization and reporting, data governance, and how to leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning with python for predictive analytics, task automation, data security, and more.

The successful candidate must be self-driven, an analytical thinker, and a problem solver as well as have exceptional planning and project management skills and can work both independently and as a team member. This career requires continued training and education.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, overall employment of business intelligence analysts is projected to grow 39% from 2022 to 2032 in Maryland. Projected annual job openings in Maryland are 1,010. The salary range in Maryland is $77,230 - $199,020 with a median wage of $124,340. Additional career information may be found in Career Coach: https://ccbcmd.lightcastcc.com/.

Program Objectives/Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this Continuing Education Workforce Certificate, students will be able to:

1. prepare to pass the certification exams for CompTIA® Data+, CertNexus® Certified Artificial Intelligence Practitioner (CAIP), and Certified Data Science Practitioner (CDSP);

2. understand core data concepts and data structures and use best practices to perform the various responsibilities and tasks required for a data and decision intelligence analyst;

3. work with relational databases and SQL queries to clean and transform datasets for analysis;

4. use Python for automation, data handling, and AI scripting;

5. apply descriptive statistical techniques;

6. apply machine learning and predictive models to real-world scenarios such as analytics for cybersecurity, cloud automation, healthcare, finance, retail, marketing, advanced manufacturing, energy, and logistics.

7. create visualizations, dashboards, and communicate insights using data storytelling; and

8. apply data governance for security and ethical uses of AI.

CCBC Pathway & Track

Technology and Engineering Pathway: Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Track - Pathways are designed to help you meet your academic and career goals by aligning related courses and programs. Pathway students participate in a variety of activities that help explore career opportunities in their field of study. You can meet with a CCBC advisor to help align — or realign — your educational plan with the Pathway that best supports you and your goals.

Program Credentials

CCBC Credential:

Students will be awarded a Continuing Education Workforce Certificate, and will have access to a Continuing Education academic record (transcript).

External Credential:

Students will be prepared to sit for the following certification exams: CompTIA® Data+, CertNexus® Certified Artificial Intelligence Practitioner (CAIP), and Certified Data Science Practitioner (CDSP).

Certifying Organization:

Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA®) www.comptia.org and CertNexus® https://certnexus.com/

Financial Aid and Payment Options

We offer financial aid by packaging public and private funding options to those who qualify, in select Continuing Education courses and programs. Additional opportunities for financial support include partial payment options through Nelnet Business Solutions and tuition waivers for those who qualify. Resources outside of CCBC may also be available through employer/sponsor paid tuition, the Department of Rehabilitation Services (DORS), and your local office of workforce development.

Some CE Workforce Development Certificate Programs are eligible for early high school funding through Maryland Blueprint for qualifying BCPS high school students.  Please check with your School Counseling Office to determine your eligibility for the BCPS Tuition Benefit Program. 

Program Length

Approximately 15 weeks.

Total Program Hours: 210.

Course offered online, blended remote, blended (hybrid), in-person at various CCBC locations.

Program Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Strong computer skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Access to the Internet to complete assignments

Application Process

To apply, go to www.ccbcmd.edu/apply and complete the CCBC Continuing Education Workforce Certificate program application.  An email will then be sent with program information and any additional requirements necessary to apply for the program.

Open Entry – No screening or documentation required.

Prior Learning Assessment

This program has potential options for the waiver of select courses based on:

• previous coursework or articulated coursework from an approved curriculum
• successful completion of a CCBC placement or challenge exam
• demonstrated portfolio and/or prior occupational learning

Maximum number of program hours that may be earned from prior learning: 50

Program Course Sequence

General Course Information: Students may enroll in the first three courses in any order and concurrently.

Additional Information

Related Courses or Programs

CompTIA® Data+;

CertNexus® Certified Artificial Intelligence Practitioner (CAIP); and

Certified Data Science Practitioner (CDSP)

Additional Expenses

CompTIA® Data+ Certification exam = $255;

CertNexus® CAIP Certification exam = $367.50; and

CertNexus® CDSP Certification exam = $367.50

Career Coach

Research your career interests, explore live job postings, take a career assessment, discover which companies in the Baltimore region are hiring, and more.  View a brief tutorial video on how to use Career Coach at https://youtu.be/C7KpznbPYfA.  Explore career and training opportunities at https://ccbcmd.emsicc.com/.

Program Contact Information

Program Coordinator: Katherine Walton | kwalton3@ccbcmd.edu | 443-840-4890 | Catonsville BESS 100L

Program Assistant: Sarah Faul | sfaul@ccbcmd.edu | 443-840-3677 | Catonsville BESS 100

Technical Standards

The following is a partial listing of the types of skills typically required for adequate job performance:

Physical Requirements:

A. Sufficient Strength and mobility to: N/A

B. Fine motor coordination sufficient to perform precise tasks such as: Interface with a computer system and related devices.

C. Adequate vision to: Work on a computer.

D. Sufficient hearing to: Listen to live instruction or videos including in course assignments.

Interpersonal Skills and Professionalism:

A. Have the ability to: Collaborate and work well with others.

B. Sufficient communication skills to: Effectively use oral, written, and digital skills (i.e., presentations to technical and non-technical audiences).

Intellectual Ability and Emotional Stability to:

Ability to engage in civil discussions and respectful to others at all times.

Environmental Requirements:

Students are required to engage in course activities during live remote class sessions and should avoid locations with distracting noise in their background.

Program Application Specific Questions - Program ID

Does this program meet state requirements to be considered: (choose all that apply)

• High Skill
• High Wage
• In-Demand

At what point should the student have a major code applied? (choose one)

• At initial registration/first class

ONET Code: 15-2051.01

Wage Estimates

• Average Annual Wages in MD: $124,340
• Average Hourly Wages in MD: $59.77
• Typical Starting Hourly Wage Upon Completion/Credential (estimate): $37.13
• Estimated Median Salary upon completion/credential: $77,230

Potential Audiences, Marketing and Promotional Strategies: NA