This specialization provides an overview of core business disciplines and leadership skills, with a focus on statistical methods, modeling tools, and data collection and reporting techniques used in business intelligence. Topics of study include management decision theory and practice; business analytics; presentation approaches; and ethics associated with acquisition and use of information.
We have not yet collected enough information to publish learning outcome data for this program.
1Review of this specialization is pending in TN.
2In accordance with U.S. Department of Education (DOE) new advance notice requirements, a notification for this specialization will be submitted to the DOE. This specialization may be subject to additional review and approval by the DOE, which could result in a potential delay in learners being able to start the specialization. If this specialization is subject to additional review, the DOE will notify Capella University at least 30 days prior to the scheduled start date. Capella University proactively will keep applicants and learners enrolled in this specialization fully informed of any actions taken by the DOE that may affect their ability to successfully begin classes as originally scheduled.
Data from graduates across all Business and Technology masters programs have been combined for these Career Outcomes results.
Our School of Business and Technology master's graduates report satisfaction with tasks and responsibilities and salary and benefits. The majority of graduates work in higher education, government/public sector, healthcare, information technology, aerospace, or consulting.
Percentage of respondents who answered "satisfied" or "very satisfied"
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during
Q4 2009 - Q3 2010.
Many master's degree graduates from the School of Business and Technology report advancing in their careers and receiving a salary increase, leadership role or promotion. They also say their Capella degrees garner recognition from employers.
Percentage of respondents who indicated they had accomplished each item
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during
Q4 2009 - Q3 2010
Data from graduates across all Business and Technology masters programs have been combined for these Student Experience results.
Most graduates of the School of Business and Technology master's degree programs report that earning a master's degree has helped them meet program and career goals. They are likely to recommend Capella to friends and family.
Percentage of respondents who answered affirmatively
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during
Q4 2009 - Q3 2010.
Business & Technology master's degree graduates say that they gained valuable skills and abilities which are applicable in a range of professional settings.
Percentage of respondents who rated themselves as "proficient" or "distinguished"
on ability to demonstrate the skill or ability on the job.
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during
Q4 2009 - Q3 2010.
69%
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