Maximizing Organizational Potential

For enterprises aiming to leverage analytics and data science for competitive advantages or operational enhancements, the Certified Analytics Professional (CAP) certification emerges as a reliable instrument to spot, recruit, and retain top-notch analytics talent.

Unlike conventional certificates or credentials, CAP furnishes an impartial, vendor- and technology-agnostic validation of an analytics expert’s technical proficiency in the seven domains of analytics, complemented by the coveted soft skills sought by employers spanning various sectors.

Facilitating Organizational Growth with CAP

In a saturated job market, pinpointing skilled analytics and data science professionals can pose challenges, yet it needn't be daunting. The Certified Analytics Professional (CAP) designation authenticates an individual’s capacity to convert data into insights, serving as a valuable tool to assess potential hires for both technical prowess and soft skills.

Moreover, it's pivotal to recognize that CAP isn’t just a marker of proficiency; it’s a catalyst for superior business outcomes. Encouraging your organization’s analytics team members to pursue CAP certification establishes a groundwork for their enduring success, underpinned by a shared grasp of our meticulously crafted curriculum. To attain certification, all CAP (and aCAP) candidates must first comprehend and implement the INFORMS Job Task Analysis (JTA), devised by esteemed subject matter experts to ensure data initiatives adhere to best practices.

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Ethical Integrity

39%

of board members possess an incomplete understanding of AI ethics — CAP and aCAP certificants adhere to a standardized code of ethics.

Talent Recognition

69%

of employers prioritize candidates with data science and analytics skills for job opportunities within their organizations.

Strategic Leadership

36%

of boards of directors prioritize Analytics as their No. 1 focus in fostering a data-driven culture, formulating a data and analytics strategy, and establishing a data/information governance program.

 
 

Steps to Attain Certification

Embark on your journey to becoming a highly esteemed data analytics professional and a pivotal leader in any organization. The pathway to CAP entails a fusion of experience, qualifications, and a deep understanding of analytics principles. The essence of CAP transcends mere mastery of assessing intricate issues and applying advanced analytics solutions; it encompasses the business acumen requisite for steering award-winning analytics and data science teams. Initiate your journey today by establishing your account and furnishing your credentials. Once endorsed, contemplate your preparation strategy for the CAP examination. Training resources encompass the CAP Handbook, Job Task Analysis (JTA), and the CAP Study Guide. Additional aids and exam primers are accessible through the INFORMS CAP Prep Online courses, meticulously crafted to acquaint analytics professionals with the seven domains of analytics knowledge.

Prerequisites   CAP aCAP

Experience and Education

Professional experience at any level   Yes
2 years of analytics work experience with MA/MS degree or higher Yes  
4 years of analytics work experience with BA/BS degree Yes  
8 years of analytics work experience with any level of education Yes  

Effectiveness

Confirmation of soft skills by employer Yes  

Ethics

Commitment to adhere to ethics guidelines Yes Yes

Exam

Successful completion of the exam Yes Yes

CAP Prerequisites

Education: BA/BS/MA/MS
Experience:
3 years with MA/MS in related area OR
5 years with BA/BS in unrelated area OR
7 years with any degree in unrelated area
Commitment to Ethics Guidelines
Passing the Exam
Confirmation of Soft Skills

aCAP Prerequisites

Education: Any level of education
Experience: Any level of professional experience
Commitment to Ethics Guidelines
Passing the Exam