Analytics and Information Management (BS)

Program Overview

Graduates develop expertise in analytics, database management, information security, and systems analysis. Optional concentrations allow students to specialize in areas such as business intelligence, application development, IT security, or supply chain management.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Objective: Train students in the development and use of business information systems and analytics.
• Strengths: Graduates will have a strong understanding of both traditional business functions (accounting, marketing, finance, management) and information systems/analytics.
• Former Name: Management Information Systems
• Residence Requirement: Complete four specified OPIM courses in residence at UConn.

Outline:

• Required Courses:
• Analytics and Information Management Specific Courses:
• OPIM 3203: Analytics for Business Intelligence (13 credits)
• OPIM 3204: Database Design and Management (13 credits)
• OPIM 3207: Information Security (13 credits)
• OPIM 3211: Systems Analysis and Design (13 credits)
• One additional 3000+ level OPIM course (3 credits)
• Optional Concentrations:
• Business Intelligence (requires two courses with a grade of "C" or better):
• OPIM 3301: Spreadsheet Modeling for Business Analysis (3 credits)
• OPIM 3302: Data Visualization (3 credits)
• OPIM 5603: Statistics in Business Analytics (3 credits)
• OPIM 5604: Predictive Modeling (3 credits)
• Application Development (requires two courses with a grade of "C" or better):
• OPIM 3401: Business Software Development (3 credits)
• OPIM 3402: Mobile Application Development (3 credits)
• OPIM 3403: UX / UI Design (3 credits)
• IT Security (requires two courses with a grade of "C" or better):
• OPIM 3701: Network Design and Applications (3 credits)
• OPIM 3702: Risk, Trust, and Modern Security (3 credits)
• Supply Chain Management (requires two courses with a grade of "C" or better):
• OPIM 3601: Managerial Supply Chain Management (3 credits)
• OPIM 3602: Supply Chain Logistics (3 credits)
• OPIM 5111: Supply Chain Analytics (3 credits)
• OPIM 5112: Strategic Sourcing (3 credits)
• OPIM 5113: Distribution and Logistics (3 credits)
• Credit Limits:
• Maximum of 27 OPIM credits for non-Honors students.
• Maximum of 30 OPIM credits for Honors students.

Other:

• Internship opportunities available, typically during the summer after junior year.
• Internship credits can fulfill one elective course requirement.
• Some sections, such as the Common Body of Knowledge and Capstone Requirements, are mentioned but lack details.