Business Data Science - Bachelor of Science

Help shape the future in this exciting, emerging career field!

Business data science is an in-demand multi-disciplinary career field that combines a range of skills that include analyzing large amounts of data, data mining, and programming skills, along with cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence. A wide range of organizations depend on skilled professionals to help make crucial decisions and predictions.

One of the few programs of its kind in the area, the Berkeley College Business Data Science Bachelor's degree program focuses on technologically advanced and rigorous data science and AI curricula with an innovative application-focused business core that includes solid math training. Additional courses deal with ethics, science, creativity, and communication skills for a well-rounded education that can prepare you to enter the field in a range of roles. The program offers two areas of concentration:

• Business Analytics
• Artificial Intelligence

Here’s what sets the Berkeley College Business Data Science program apart:

• You’ll learn in small classes with personal attention from instructors with professional experience with the in-demand skills required for this cutting-edge field
• A focus on applying knowledge gained from the program to real-world business issues
• An emphasis on critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills
• You may have the opportunity to participate in an internship or job-related assignment for a valuable learning experience
• You’ll have exceptional networking opportunities through faculty and alumni connections

Business Data Science is one of the most in-demand—and lucrative—careers fields today. Companies and organizations of all types need qualified professionals with the skills and qualifications for data-driven decision-making.

With concentrations in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence, the Berkeley College Business Data Science degree program can prepare you for a range of roles with a promising employment outlook and high earning potential. The concentrations include courses in data science, business analytics, and more to give you the sought-after skills for this rapidly growing field.

A concentration in Business Analytics can prepare you for careers such as:

• Business Intelligence (BI) Developer
• Management/Business Analyst
• Computer and Information Systems Manager/ Computer and Information System Analyst
• Operation Research Analyst

A concentration in Artificial Intelligence can prepare you for careers such as:

• Data Scientist
• Database Architect
• Statistician/Mathematician
• Software/Application Developer

Sample Course Sequence - Concentration in Artificial Intelligence

First Semester

• CIS1115 Computer Applications 3
• ENG1105 Writing and Research 3
• MAT2211 College Algebra 3
• BDS1100 Storytelling with Data 3
• SOC1123 First Year Experience 3

Second Semester

• CIS2201 Advanced Spreadsheet 3
• ENG2205 Writing Through Literature 3
• ACC1111 Financial Accounting 3
• BDS2210 Artificial Intelligence 3
• BDS2240 Programming for Computer Science and Data Science 3

Third Semester

• HUM2225 Introduction to Ethics 3
• BDS2260 Machine Learning 3
• MAT2218 Probability Statistics and Applied Regression 3
• ENG2215 Public Speaking 3
• SOC2231 Human Relations 3

Fourth Semester

• MKT3322 Digital Marketing 3
• BDS3360 SQL and Managing Data 3
• MAT3301 Discrete Mathematics 3
• ENG3316 The Confident Writer 3
• Free Elective 3

Fifth Semester

• BUS4430 CRM and Enterprise Systems 3
• ITM3330 Object-Oriented Programming 3
• MAT4440 Applications of Calculus 3
• ENG4400 Scientific and Technical Communications 3
• Liberal Arts Elective 3

Sixth Semester

• BDS4410 Data Security and Privacy 3
• Humanities Elective 3
• Social Science Elective 3
• Business Elective* 3
• Liberal Arts Elective 3

Seventh Semester

• BDS4440 Advanced Programming for AI and Big Data 3
• IBS4420 Global Fintech: AI, Blockchain, and Financial Modeling 3
• Liberal Arts Electives 6
• Free Electives 3

Eighth Semester

• BDS4450 Applied Deep Learning and Chatbots 3
• Science Elective 3
• Liberal Arts Elective 3
• Free Electives 6

120 semester credits required for graduation