Analytics and Information Management (BS)
The objective of this major is to train students in the development and use of business information systems and analytics. Graduates will be strong in the traditional functional areas of business (accounting, marketing, finance, and management) and will have a solid understanding of the development of business information systems and analytics.
Location
- Storrs Campus
Modality
- In Person
Bachelor of Science Requirements
Analytics and Information Management majors are required to achieve a cumulative 2.0 grade point average for the total of all Operations and Information Management (OPIM) courses for which they have been registered at the University of Connecticut, excluding grades and credits for independent studies and internships.
Residence Requirement
In addition to the School of Business residence requirements for all majors, an Analytics and Information Management major must complete OPIM 3203 Analytics for Business Intelligence, OPIM 3204 Database Design and Management, OPIM 3207 Information Security, OPIM 3211 Systems Analysis and Design in residence at the University of Connecticut. Education Abroad courses may not be used to meet this requirement.
Required Major Courses
In addition to the courses outlined in the Common Body of Knowledge and Capstone Requirements, Analytics and Information Management majors must take:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| OPIM 3203 | Analytics for Business Intelligence | 3 |
| OPIM 3204 | Database Design and Management | 3 |
| OPIM 3207 | Information Security | 3 |
| OPIM 3211 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3 |
| Additional OPIM 3000+ level course | 3 | |
Optional Concentrations
Additionally, Analytics and Information Management majors may complete one concentration in:
Business Intelligence
To complete a concentration in Business Intelligence, a student must receive a grade of “C” or better in two of followings courses:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| OPIM 3301 | Spreadsheet Modeling for Business Analysis | 3 |
| OPIM 3302 | Data Visualization | 3 |
| OPIM 5603 | Statistics in Business Analytics | 3 |
| OPIM 5604 | Predictive Modeling | 3 |
Application Development
To complete a concentration in Application Development, a student must receive a grade of “C” or better in two of followings courses:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| OPIM 3401 | Business Software Development | 3 |
| OPIM 3402 | Mobile Application Development | 3 |
| OPIM 3403 | UX / UI Design | 3 |
IT Security
To complete a concentration in IT Security, a student must receive a grade of “C” or better in the two followings courses:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| OPIM 3701 | Network Design and Applications | 3 |
| OPIM 3702 | Risk, Trust, and Modern Security | 3 |
Supply Chain Management
To complete a concentration in Supply Chain Management, a student must receive a grade of “C” or better in two of followings courses:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| OPIM 3601 | Managerial Supply Chain Management | 3 |
| OPIM 3602 | Supply Chain Logistics | 3 |
| OPIM 5111 | Supply Chain Analytics | 3 |
| OPIM 5112 | Strategic Sourcing | 3 |
| OPIM 5113 | Distribution and Logistics | 3 |
Limit on Major Credits
No Analytics and Information Management major may count more than 27 OPIM credits, with the exception that Honors students may take up to 30 OPIM credits in the major.
Internships in Analytics and Information Management
Many students who major in Analytics and Information Management take part in an internship, usually during the summer following their junior year. During the internship, the students work in various organizations and learn to develop information systems that aid business processes and work with various technologies. This experience provides them with real world knowledge of applications of information systems in business settings, and contributes to their development and growth in their chosen field. The credits from the field study internship (OPIM 4881 Internship in Operations and Information Management) may be used to fulfill one elective course requirement.
University Common Curriculum Requirements
Every student must meet a set of core requirements to earn a baccalaureate degree, in addition to those required by the student's major course of study and other requirements set by the student's school or college. For more information about these requirements, please see Common Curriculum Requirements.
School of Business Degree Requirements
Students must meet a set of requirements established by the school in addition to the University's Common Curriculum requirements. For more information, see the School of Business section of this catalog.
Learning Objectives
- Solve business problems; Think critically about business problems and use appropriate qualitative and quantitative approaches to diagnose and recommend solutions across functional areas of business; Use business software tools to identify opportunities and enhance performance.
- Think integratively; Integrate multiple perspectives to formulate business strategies; Consider diverse perspectives and backgrounds to analyze business problems; Identify and develop effective business solutions in a global context.
- Work well with others; Collaborate as a member of a team to deliver superior outcomes; Manage conflict and function effectively with diverse others to create business solutions; Develop an intentional path for career development.
- Act ethically; Identify ethical issues in business and recommend solutions; Produce transparent information for stakeholders following legal and ethical standards.
- Communicate persuasively; Make clear and concise written recommendations; Deliver compelling oral recommendations; Communicate professionally as a member of the global workforce.