Business Systems and Analytics Minor

The Business Systems and Analytics (BSA) minor equips non-business majors with essential skills to thrive in today’s data- and technology-driven economy. Grounded in the belief that data literacy is a critical competency across all disciplines, the BSA minor combines coursework in programming, systems, databases, analytics and cybersecurity to help students solve real-world problems using data-informed insights. The BSA minor positions graduates for a competitive edge in the job market, preparing them for high-demand roles where the ability to analyze and communicate data is key to organizational success.

Students begin by developing foundational technical competencies through courses in programming, database modeling and design, and visual analytics. From there, students tailor their learning with electives in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data analytics, project management, and more offering flexibility to align with personal interests and professional goals.

Technical Requirements:

Hours count in the BELL Core.

ECO 2220 Principles of Microeconomics 3 Hours

Foundation Requirements: 9 Hours

BSA 2050 Python Programming for Data Analysis 3 Hours
or
CSC 1110 Programming I 3 Hours
BSA 2100 Managing Business Systems 3 Hours
BSA 3620 Database Modeling, Design and Analysis 3 Hours

Electives selected from the following: 9 Hours

BSA 3010 Understanding the Data Environment 3 Hours
BSA 3110 Enterprise Cybersecurity Fundamentals 3 Hours
BSA 3220 Computer and Network Security 3 Hours
BSA 3300 Business Systems Analysis 3 Hours ¹
BSA 3700 AI Fundamentals and Business Impact 3 Hours
BSA 3780 IT Audit 3 Hours
BSA 3860 Data Security, Governance, Law and Ethics 3 Hours ²
BSA 3895 Special Topics 3-9 Hours
BSA 3950 Studies Abroad 3-9 Hours
BSA 4010 NoSQL Database Applications 3 Hours
BSA 4250 Predictive Analytics 3 Hours
BSA 4335 Digital Forensics and Incident Response 3 Hours
BSA 4330 Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing 3 Hours
BSA 4350 Data Analytics and Visualization 3 Hours
BSA 4440 Management and Communication of Information Security 3 Hours
BSA 4450 Special Topics in Business Systems and Analytics 3 Hours
BSA 4530 Analytics for Enterprise Systems 3 Hours
BSA 4650 Big Data Analytics 3 Hours
BSA 4730 Project Management 3 Hours ³
BSA 4895 Special Topics 3-9 Hours
BSA 4950 Studies Abroad 3-9 Hours

Total Required Hours: 18 Hours

Business minors are not intended for students pursing a B.B.A. degree.

¹ACC 2430 or ACC 2450 and BSA 2100 prerequisite requirement if student opts to take BSA 3300

²MGT 3230 and BSA 2100 prerequisite requirement if student opts to take BSA 3860 (MGT 2410 prerequisite requirement for MGT 3230 )

³BSA 3300 or permission of instructor and BSA 2100 prerequisite requirement if student opts to take BSA 4730 .