Sport Analytics Certificate
The Sport Analytics certificate equips you with the skills and knowledge necessary to apply data analytics in the dynamic world of sports. This program covers a broad range of topics, from player and team performance to business strategy and community engagement. With the increasing reliance on data-driven decisions in the sports industry, this certificate prepares you to leverage analytics to optimize performance, enhance fan engagement, and improve overall team strategy.
Pending Approval, Fall 2025
Certificate Overview
The Sport Analytics Certificate program gives you the foundational expertise in applied sports data analytics. Key topics include player and team performance, health and wellness, injury rehabilitation, talent identification, sport business econometrics, and fan behavior analysis. You will combine theoretical knowledge with practical application, allowing you to develop skills in data collection, management, statistical analysis, and predictive modeling, preparing you to work in the growing field of sports analytics, making data-driven decisions in areas such as performance optimization, business strategy, and community engagement.
Why Sport Analytics?
Career Readiness
Gain essential skills in data collection, analysis, and reporting, with an emphasis on using industry-relevant software tools. Be prepared to contribute effectively to the growing field of sports analytics, utilizing advanced techniques like predictive modeling and performance optimization.
Hands-On Experience
Get practical, hands-on experiences in data management, statistical analysis, and data visualization. You will work with real-world sports data to develop actionable insights that enhance performance, coaching, and business strategies in sports.
Innovative Curriculum
As the sport analytics industry continues to evolve, so does the curriculum. This program incorporates the latest trends and technologies in data analytics, ensuring you are prepared for emerging challenges and opportunities in the field of sport data science.
Discover Your Passion
The certificate offers a broad range of topics, allowing you to explore various areas of sport analytics. Whether you’re interested in player performance, business strategy, or community engagement, the program gives you the flexibility to tailor your learning to your personal interests and career goals.
Hands-On Experience
Throughout the program, you will work with real sports data to solve problems related to player and team performance, health and wellness, injury rehabilitation, and more, preparing you make an immediate impact in your career.
Future-Ready Skills
Gain essential skills in data collection, analysis, and reporting, with an emphasis on using industry-relevant software tools in real-world environments.
What can you do with a Sports Analytics certificate after graduation?
Here are just a few careers that can benefit from this certificate.
Talent Scout
A talent scout identifies and evaluates athletes for their potential to succeed at higher levels of competition. They attend games and showcases to assess players’ skills, athleticism, and attitude, analyze performance data, and provide detailed reports to coaches or organizations. They build relationships with athletes, families, and coaches to facilitate recruitment and career development and to match athletes with the right teams or programs.
Player Performance Analyst
A player performance analyst collects and analyzes data to evaluate an athlete’s performance in training and competition. They use video analysis, statistical models, and performance metrics to identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement. They collaborate with coaches and trainers to develop personalized strategies that enhance player development and help optimize game strategies, prevent injuries, and improve overall performance.
Game Operations Director
A Game Operations Director oversees the planning and execution of sporting events to ensure a seamless experience for fans, teams, and staff. They coordinate with multiple departments, including marketing, security, and facilities, to manage game-day logistics. They also develop and implement strategies to enhance the overall fan experience.
Sports Broadcaster
A sports broadcaster provides live commentary, analysis, and updates on sporting events for television, radio, or online platforms. They research teams, players, and statistics to offer insightful and engaging coverage. They may also conduct interviews with athletes and coaches. Their goal is to entertain and educate viewers while capturing the essence of the sporting event.
Featured Courses
The Sports Analytics Certificate program offers courses that provide students with a comprehensive understanding of applied sports data analytics.
DATA 101
Data Knowledge and Discovery
Introduction to the essential elements of data science through the examination of data sets drawn from a variety of fields. Explores data collection and management, exploration and visualization of data, modeling, computing, and ethical issues associated with data science. Introduces students to programming through hands-on activities.
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