Five reasons to get your data analytics and insights in animal health graduate certificate

Animal health is a growing field with a high demand for experts who can analyze data.

In fact, responses to a 2022 animal health industry survey distributed by K-State Olathe and the KC Animal Health Corridor found 77% of respondents indicated data analytics and insights is a field of high priority for their company. 

Data analytics in the animal health industry requires a specialized skill set which combines the knowledge of animal health and data analytics, as well as skill in applying the data to impactful decision making.  

Students in the Data Analytics and Insights in Animal Health Graduate Certificate program will be able to deepen their knowledge of animal health while gaining skills in programming and data science. Another bonus? Each student will learn to apply appropriate mathematical methodologies to animal systems. 

If you’ve been looking for new career opportunities and you’ve been thinking about animal health, here are five reasons you should consider getting your graduate certificate. 

1. You’re already passionate about the animal health industry

This certificate is designed to attract industry-based students from a variety of backgrounds, including animal science, veterinary medicine, math, statistics and bioinformatics.  

2. You want a career that will grow with you

One of the best things about a graduate certificate program is that it enables you to dive into a specific topic and enhance your workplace skills without committing to a full graduate degree. 

3. You want to learn new skills without a lengthy time commitment

The certificate will take 15 credit hours to complete, making it an ideal choice for students who want to graduate quickly. 

4. You want flexibility in where you study

This animal health data analytics and insights graduate certificate is offered entirely online, which means you can study anywhere you like. 

5. You want a program that offers scholarship opportunities

Students who enroll in this program may be eligible for a variety of scholarships, including funds from our industry partner, C&F. C&F is a data company providing global data services to animal health companies. The $2,000 C&F scholarship will be awarded to up to three Data Analytics and Insights in Animal Health students per year for the next three years.   Click here to explore some of the scholarship possibilities for students in this program. 

Additional program information 

This program was carefully designed to meet the demands of the growing animal health industry , which makes it an ideal choice for individuals who are searching for opportunities to gain skills they can use immediately upon entering their chosen career fields. 

“The KC Animal Health Corridor workforce development group identified a clear need for talent development in data analytics and insights within the animal health industry,” said Emily McVey, vice president of the KC Animal Health Corridor. “The team at K-State Olathe rapidly responded to this industry need and has brought this incredibly valuable training program to our industry. We are grateful for K-State Olathe’s willingness to be such a strong partner for the KC Animal Health Corridor and the animal health industry.” 

Students in the program also will develop the ability to implement strategic use of data analytics for business applications, including animal health research and commercial insights. These skills will increase marketability and improve job prospects for students who are new to the industry, as well as learners who want to take their careers to the next level.