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Information & Decision Science

Harness the data

Prepare for an in-demand career in the information age. From databases to supply chains, you’ll learn how to analyze, design, and implement IT systems that make businesses run smoother and faster.

University of Auburn at Montgomery

Montgomery, Alabama

Accredited by AACSB International, only 10% of the business schools worldwide are awarded such prestigious recognition. AUM’s Department of Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Information Systems degree program guarantees success for the detail-oriented. Students will foster skills in business information processing and management, progressing to positions such as research analysis, business application developer, Internet or intranet manager, or management consultant.

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About University of Auburn at Montgomery

Auburn University—Montgomery is a public institution that was founded in 1967. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,273, its setting is urban, and the campus size is 500 acres. Auburn University—Montgomery’s ranking in the 2018 edition of Best Colleges is Regional Universities South, 95. The student-faculty ratio at Auburn University—Montgomery is 14:1.

The most popular majors at Auburn University—Montgomery include: Health Professions and Related Programs; Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Psychology; Biological and Biomedical Sciences; and Education.

In sports, Auburn University—Montgomery is part of the NCAA’s Division II.

Year Founded: 1967

School Type: Private, Coed

Setting: Urban

Louisiana State University

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Learn about the study of technology and business processes, through LSU’s ISDS degree. This 120-hour program is designed to help students work effectively as team leaders, while communicating effectively in writing and oral presentations. Through comprehensive learning, students understand the art of supporting a successful analysis design, as well as the role of database management systems. It is through these key skills that graduates of the program are ready for careers in Business Analytics, Design, Executive Administration, Database Administration, Analysis, Support, Systems integration, and Executive Administration.

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About Louisiana State University

Louisiana State University—Baton Rouge is a public institution that was founded in 1860. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 26,118, its setting is urban, and the campus size is 2,000 acres. The student-faculty ratio at Louisiana State University—Baton Rouge is 22:1.

Louisiana State University—Baton Rouge, better known as LSU, is a public school near the Mississippi River, in the southeastern part of the state. Students at LSU can choose from many programs in more than a dozen colleges. The most popular majors at Louisiana State University—Baton Rouge include: Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Engineering; Education; Biological and Bi

Year Founded: 1860

School Type: Public, Coed

Setting: Urban

University of Central Florida

Orlando Florida

Study and analyze how computers process and manage a wide range of information, to prepare for a career in the thriving industry designing software, internet applications, communication networks, and many others. With an Information Technology degree from UCF, learn to work with still images, data, and multimedia in a constantly evolving industry.

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About University of Central Florida

University of Central Florida is a public institution that was founded in 1963. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 55,776, its setting is suburban, and the campus size is 1,415 acres. The student-faculty ratio at University of Central Florida is 30:1.

The most popular majors at University of Central Florida include: Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Health Professions and Related Programs; Psychology; Education; and Engineering.

Notable alumni of the University of Central Florida include Cheryl Hines, an actress who starred in HBO’s “Curb Your Enthusiasm”; comedian Daniel Tosh, star of Comedy Central’s “Tosh.0”; and former soccer player Michelle Akers, a member of the National Soccer Hall of Fame.

Year Founded: 1963

School Type: Public, Coed

Setting: Suburban

University of Illinois at Chicago

Chicago, Illinois

UIC’s IDS students are in top demand because of the skills they learn here at UIC Business. Bridging the gap between technology and business, IDS prepares students to analyze, design, and implement information technology systems.

Students gain conceptual knowledge in how information is used effectively throughout all areas in the business cycle. They also gain practical experience in more technological based courses such as Business Database Technology, Advanced Spreadsheet Analysis, Business Data Mining, and Business Systems Analysis and Design. IDS students are given the tools to become proficient professionals, capable of putting their technical, analytic, and critical thinking skills to use in a real-world setting.

At UIC Business, we help students find their dream careers. Some students may choose a “specialization” for their studies that lead to certain career paths in IDS. These include Management Information Systems; Business Analytics; and Operations and Supply Chain Management.

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About University of Illinois at Chicago

University of Illinois at Chicago is a public institution founded in 1965. The university is set in the city among 240 acres, and has a total undergraduate enrollment of 17,959. The student-faculty ratio at University of Illinois at Chicago is 18:1, and the school has 38.3 percent of its classes with fewer than 20 students. The most popular majors at University of Illinois at Chicago include: Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Biological and Biomedical Sciences; Psychology; Engineering; and Health Professions and Related Programs.

Through the UIC Undergraduate Research Experience, interested college students can pair up with faculty mentors and create a research project in a variety of academic areas. Each spring, students then present their findings at the university’s Student Research Forum.

Year Founded: 1965

School Type: Public, Coed

Setting: Urban

University of South Carolina

Columbia, South Carolina

Information scientists help organizations make more informed decisions. Graduates from this degree are equipped with skills desired in businesses, state agencies, and non-profits. As an information science student, you will learn how to analyze, implement, manage, and lead. Whether you like working with data, technology, or people, a degree in information science provides sought after skills, useful in a variety of settings.

As a graduate, you’ll be stepping into an evolving field of possibilities. Some career titles include data analyst, knowledge manager, systems analyst, web developer, or information architect — just about any job that uses and analyzes information. We have graduates at non-profits, large public companies, and prestigious cultural institutions. The skills you acquire in the information science program transfer to almost any field.

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About University of South Carolina

University of South Carolina is a public institution that was founded in 1801. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 25,556, its setting is city, and the campus size is 444 acres. The student-faculty ratio at University of South Carolina is 18:1. The most popular majors include: Finance and Financial Management Services; Research and Experimental Psychology; Physiology, Pathology, and Related Sciences; Biology, General; and Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication.

The University of South Carolina’s college town, Columbia, boasts a variety of entertainment, nightlife, and outdoor options for students to check out after class. Other college towns, including Charlotte, North Carolina, and Charleston, South Carolina, are both less than two hours away.

Year Founded: 1801

School Type: Public, Coed

Setting: Suburban