Business Analyst
61 Credit Associate DegreeProgram Description
The Business Analyst Associate Degree program prepares learners to support business initiatives by gathering and analyzing business requirements, using best practices and relevant technologies. Graduates will be prepared to function as a liaison between Information Technology and content experts. Graduates will be able to support the software development needs of businesses in a wide variety of industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, insurance finance and software publishing.
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Approximate Program Cost
$10,824
Tuition & Fees:
$10,374
Books & Supplies: $450
Books & Supplies: $450
Starting Salary
$44,220–$52,599
Average,
according to Economic Modeling Specialists International
Financial Aid
Available
Total financial aid offered may not exceed the estimated Cost of Attendance (COA).
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Detailed Program Information
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Availability
Courses for this program may be available at a variety of campus locations through multiple modes of delivery if you meet the admission requirements and prerequisites.
* Campus and online availability of courses and programs may be subject to change.
Outcomes
Graduates will be able to…
Careers
Some of the potential careers graduates can pursue are:
Courses
The Business Analyst Associate Degree is a 61 Credit program. The following is a typical semester breakdown of the courses within the program.
Credit for Prior Learning Available
* College 101 (10-890-165) is not part of the program credit requirements but is a College Requirement for graduation that must be passed with a “C” or better.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is used in this program to enhance how students learn, analyze and solve real-world business challenges. AI is embedded throughout the program as a tool to support data-driven decision-making, strengthen analytical thinking, and prepare students for evolving workplace expectations.
AI integration promotes active learning by positioning students as problem-solvers. Learners use AI to explore datasets, generate insights, and assist in developing business requirements, while critically evaluating outputs for accuracy, bias, and business relevance. This approach reinforces essential analytical processes such as data interpretation, visualization and evidence-based decision-making.
The program is industry-inspired, reflecting how business analysts function across organizations. Students engage in realistic scenarios that involve stakeholder collaboration, requirements elicitation and solution evaluation. AI-supported tools enhance these experiences by helping students analyze current and future business states, assess risk and recommend solutions aligned with organizational goals.
AI use is intentionally mapped to core competencies, including data literacy, communication, critical thinking and process improvement. Students develop the ability to translate complex information into actionable insights while identifying inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement within business processes.
Through this integration, students gain confidence using emerging technologies while building employable, future-ready skills — empowering them to contribute meaningfully in a data-driven business environment.
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Pathways
Pathways at NTC are designed to help you progress toward your career and education goals, one step at a time. Many programs are structured to build upon each other, allowing you to earn valuable credentials along the way.
If you begin with one of the following programs, you will earn credit towards this Business Analyst Associate Degree:
The Business Requirements Specialist Certificate will provide you with 49% (30 of 61 credits) of the total credits in this Business Analyst Associate Degree
The Data Analysis Specialist Certificate will provide you with 33% (20 of 61 credits) of the total credits in this Business Analyst Associate Degree
Accreditation
This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), 11520 West 119th Street, Overland Park, KS 66213.
Please see program outcomes data below. Full student learning outcomes, graduation, retention, and course completion rates are available upon request.
Number of Graduates
| Academic Year | Graduates |
|---|---|
| 2020–2021 | 2 |
| 2021–2022 | 6 |
| 2022–2023 | 2 |
| 2023–2024 | 0 |
| 2024–2025 | 1 |
Retention Rate (% Retained Next Academic Year)
| Cohort | Retention Rate |
|---|---|
| 2019 Cohort | 47.37% |
| 2020 Cohort | 42.86% |
| 2021 Cohort | 40.00% |
| 2022 Cohort | 100.00% |
| 2023 Cohort | 16.67% |
Three-Year Graduate Rate (% Graduated Within Three Academic Years)
| Cohort | Graduation Rate |
|---|---|
| 2019 Cohort | 21.05% |
| 2020 Cohort | 7.14% |
| 2021 Cohort | 0.00% |
| 2022 Cohort | N/A |
| 2023 Cohort | N/A |
Transfer Information
You can continue your education to earn a four-year degree in a variety of ways.
Program Transfer
The following transfer guides, executed in partnership with post-secondary institutions, are based on agreements that allow you to continue your program at another college.
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General Transfer
All associate degrees transfer to a variety of programs at other partner colleges to give you the opportunity to continue your education in other areas of study.
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Cost of Attendance
2025–2026 Estimated Academic Year Budgeted Cost of Attendance
The estimated Cost of Attendance (COA) is a budget that includes categories of expenses that a student can expect to incur while attending college. The COA does not reflect actual charges. It is an average based on the estimated living costs typical of our region. In determining the cost of attendance, Northcentral Technical College uses the budget established by the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) Financial Aid Budget Work Group. This budget is used to determine financial need for all students who apply for financial aid. A student’s cost of attendance is composed of all educational expenses that can be included for financial aid purposes that a student may accrue while pursuing their education for the year (or semester, if enrolled less than a year). A student’s financial aid cannot exceed their cost of attendance. Schools are required to provide a fuller picture of what it may cost students to pursue their degree, not just what they will owe in tuition/fees and books/supplies.
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| Full-time Tuition (based on a total of 30 credits, 15 credits fall and 15 credits spring) |
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| Living Expenses (Housing & Food) | $3,182 | $10,305 | ||
| Books / Supplies | $1,463 | $1,463 | ||
| Transportation | $4,103 | $4,103 | ||
| Personal Expenses | $3,065 | $3,065 | ||
| Loan Fees | $85 | $85 | ||
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* Tuition listed is based on approved rates for the 2025–2026 academic year. Rates are approved each March by the Wisconsin Technical College System Board and estimated budgets are updated at that time.
For the 2025–2026 academic year, the Wisconsin Resident tuition rate is $152.85 per credit plus a minimum $5.00 material fee and $13.44 per credit activity fee. Out-of-State resident tuition is $229.28 per credit plus a minimum $5.00 material fee and $13.44 per credit activity fee.
Students awarded Federal Direct Loan(s) also have an average of the mandatory loan fees automatically added to their COA.
Students with disability-related expenses may contact the Financial Aid Office to have their additional expenses considered. Disability-related expenses include but are not limited to: personal assistance, equipment, and supplies. The Financial Aid Office may potentially include disability expenses in the COA that are not provided by other assisting agencies.
NTC also offers a Net Price Calculator to help estimate costs.
For more information regarding billed tuition and fees visit https://www.ntc.edu/admissions/tuition-fees
We’re happy to answer any questions you may have about how the financial aid process works. Please feel free to reach out for more information.
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NTC Financial Aid Office
- 715.803.1647
- financialaid@ntc.edu
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