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Business + Data Science

Gies College of Business

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What is Business + Data Science?

In this major, you'll learn about business on a broad scale while also focusing on one of four specializations. The Business + DS major is paired with our data science curriculum. It will prepare you for many careers that allow you to manage and interpret datasets. It will also help you make informed decisions to improve business. Students can choose from four specializations, offered by the Department of Business Administration: 

Information Systems

Learn how to design and implement technology that businesses can use to organize data and make decisions. By adding data science to the mix, this specialization can help you go a step further! It allows you to analyze and interpret the data you're helping to organize. 

International Business

This specialization will equip you for the prospects, hurdles, and intricacies of global commerce. You'll also gain insights into data science. This dual focus empowers you to harness data for informed decisions on a global level. 

Management

Prepare to become a leader and innovator! You'll learn more about leadership, planning, organization. You'll also discover other valuable skills for management positions. Plus, you'll get the data science knowledge you need to use data effectively in a managerial role. 

Operations Management

You'll study analytical decision-making, logistics, quality control, and supply chain management. This will help you learn skills for developing, making, and delivering goods and services. With the data science component, you can combine your knowledge with learning how to use data to inform your actions and decisions. 

First-year students need to apply to Business Undeclared for admission consideration to Gies. They then can pursue the Business + Data Science degree if admitted. Off-campus transfer students cannot directly apply into this program.

Career Options

  • Sales forecasting
  • Systems analysis
  • Responsible spending & forecasting
  • Browser design & data analysis
  • Leading teams of data analysts
  • Data security
  • Sport data analytics

Post-Graduation Success1

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Program Resources

Gies College of Business Program Webpage Degree Requirements

Review Criteria

First-Year Major-Specific Criteria

  • Commitment to activities, employment, or community involvement

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Transfer Criteria

Transfer Guide

Graduation & Retention2

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First-Year retention rate: N/A

Four-year graduation rate: N/A

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Annual Program Costs3

Illinois Resident

  • Tuition: $17,976
  • Fees: $4,928
  • Expenses: $18,222
  • Total: $41,126

Non-Resident

  • Tuition: $37,096
  • Fees: $4,928
  • Expenses:$18,562
  • Total: $60,586

International

  • Tuition: $42,868
  • Fees: $4,928
  • Expenses: $18,562
  • Total: $66,358

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1 Post-graduate data was collected through the Illini Success initiative, which primarily relies on self-reported survey data sources. Statistics are aggregated from the past three years. Please note that total compensation may be greater than annual salary as other forms of compensation (e.g., signing bonus, commission, benefits) are not included. For more information on Illini Success data and methods, please visit the Illini Success website. For average wage or salary information five years after entry into an occupation, visit the Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer.

2 Graduation and retention data comes from several majors within a similar interest area. Data may not yet be available for newly created programs. Years-to-degree data is only available for programs from which you can earn a degree. Retention and graduation rates are only available for programs that you can apply directly into. Retention rates reflect retention to the university, not necessarily retention within the major.

3 "Expenses" are estimated and include books, supplies, housing, and other living expenses. The exact amount you’ll pay depends on where you decide to live, the meal plan you choose, and your overall lifestyle. To learn more about costs, please visit the Office of Student Financial Aid website. To learn the average monthly student loan payment over a period of 20 years based on estimated cost, visit the Illinois College2Career website.

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