Partner with learners from Hamline University’s Intro to Business Analytics course to uncover patterns, identify opportunities, and support data-informed decision-making for your organization. Learners in this course will: Interpret and Communicate Data: With clear and concise data storytelling, learners will use Excel to translate complex data into actionable insights. Acquire, Clean, and Prepare Data: Students will import, clean, and transform raw datasets (handling missing values, fixing inconsistencies, organizing your data) into formats ready for meaningful analysis. Apply Descriptive Analytics: Using statistical techniques, learners will calculate key metrics, and analyze trends and patterns. Support Decision-Making with Insights: Learners will use quantitative reasoning and introductory predictive analytics to interpret results and make informed recommendations. They'll help you evaluate assumptions, draw conclusions from data, and understand the scope and limitations of those insights. Collaborate Effectively and Professionally: Students are introduced to version control and best practices for team-based collaboration. They’ll work iteratively on projects, provide regular updates, and communicate clearly to ensure alignment. By engaging with our learners, your organization gains access to practical, data-literate talent who can bring fresh perspectives and analytical support to your work. You’ll also have the opportunity to mentor emerging business analysts and contribute to their professional growth.

In the Marketing Data Insights Experience, students from Hamline University's Marketing Data Analysis course are equipped with practical skills in data analysis and storytelling. They are adept at working with real-world datasets to clean, analyze, and extract actionable insights using Excel. This experience allows learners to apply their classroom knowledge to industry-relevant projects, enhancing their capabilities in marketing, business, and analytics. By engaging with industry professionals, students gain valuable feedback and guidance, fostering a collaborative environment that bridges academic learning with practical application.

At Hamline University, students in the Introduction to Business Analytics course are developing practical data analysis and storytelling skills to prepare for careers in data science and business intelligence. Learners work with real-world datasets to clean, analyze, and derive actionable insights using Excel. Employers participating in this experience will engage directly with students, offering guidance, sharing project-specific resources, and providing feedback. Active collaboration is key, including regular check-ins, supporting student inquiries, attending final presentations, and delivering constructive evaluations—all facilitated through the Riipen platform.

Hamline University’s  Studies in and Across Cultures: Introduction to Black Studies  course helps students understand the historical and present-day implications of racial injustice. Students critically examine the intersections of history, culture, and power structures, using their insights to address contemporary issues in partnership with Breakthrough Minneapolis, a nonprofit committed to advancing equity in education and The Red Door Clinic. The course also aims to strengthen students' collaboration, diversity, and problem-solving skills while developing strategies for social change.