Our advanced certificate in international education data analysis offers high-level training in collecting and analyzing data concerning crucial educational matters both domestically and globally. This certificate is also designed to respond to the growing demand for skilled professionals trained in mixed methods research. Our program is open to current University at Buffalo Graduate School of Education students only.
| Academic credential granted | Advanced Certificate (AC) |
|---|---|
| Credits required for completion | 13 |
| Time to completion | 2 to 4 semesters |
| Course delivery | On campus |
| Application deadline | Priority Deadlines Fall: April 1, then rolling until Aug. 10 Spring: Nov. 1, then rolling until Jan. 10 |
In today’s dynamic professional environment, continuous self-improvement is essential for career success. Advancements, competition and evolving landscapes require professionals to maintain current, industry-relevant knowledge, skills, and competencies. Advanced certificates can complement completed degrees or serve as standalone credentials. Regardless of your chosen path, an advanced certificate offers additional knowledge and opportunities to refine professional skills, facilitating career advancement. They offer a flexible, accessible and cost-effective educational route to pursue career goals and remain competitive.
Data collection and analysis specialist within institutional and organizational settings including:
CEP 523 Statistical Methods Inference II (prerequisite: CEP 522 or equivalent)
ELP 575 Education and Globalization
ELP 594 Qualitative Research Methods Part II (prerequisite: ELP 593)
CEP 512 Survival Analysis
CEP 526 Structural Equation Modeling
CEP 527 Large-Scale Data Analysis
CEP 528 Hierarchical Linear Modeling
CEP 529 Applied Regression Analysis
ELP 511 Comparative Higher Education
ELP 566 Comparative and Global Studies in Education
ELP 574 Education in Asia
ELP 692 Case Study Research Methods
You must have a bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) in any discipline from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (with some possible exceptions).
Submit your completed online application, which includes:
Former/Maiden Name: Please provide us with your former/maiden name if you have one. When requesting transcripts, please ask the sending institution to indicate your current name and former/maiden name.
Admission Decision: The admission decision will be communicated to you as soon as review is complete. The decision is based on a number of factors and is the result of a thorough and deliberate process. All decisions are final and cannot be appealed.
In order to qualify for the in-state residency tuition rate, you are required to provide residency documentation indicating you have lived in New York State (NYS) 12 months prior to your semester start date.
If accepted, you will need to upload 3 documents to qualify for the in-state tuition rate. See Required Documents for Residency Application for more information.
All financial forms and supporting documentation with required signatures must be uploaded with your application, and must be dated within one year of your intended enrollment date.
