BS-IT Management Degree
BS in Data Driven Innovation
Specialize in Data Driven Innovation for IT Managers
This specialization develops valuable skills in data retrieval, mining, analysis, and reporting that are becoming increasingly useful across all sectors. Data majors become skilled problem-solvers and innovators, adapting to the changing needs of a modern enterprise.
Data analytics is the process of extracting meaning from raw data using anything from a laptop to specialized computer systems. These systems transform, organize, and model the data to draw conclusions and identify patterns, leading to increases in knowledge and market share that have significant implications for an organization’s profitability. The need for graduates with these skills crosses all types of business including agriculture, construction, finance, retail, government, manufacturing and not-for-profits.
$49.90
National median wage for Computer Systems Analysts *Updated May 2024
$48.65
National median wage for Management Analysts *Updated May 2024
$43.89
National median wage for Operations Research Analysts *Updated May 2024
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2025-2026 Catalog Curriculum
In addition to completing the IT Management core courses and meeting all university graduation requirements, students must complete the following courses for the data driven innovation for IT managers specialization.
- IT 359: Advanced Spreadsheet Applications - 4 credits
- IT 363: Data Mining for IT Managers - 4 credits
- IT 365: Data Driven Innovation - 4 credits
- IT 425: Reporting Data Analytics - 4 credits
- IT 469: Enterprise Database Systems: SQL - 4 credits
- IT 483: Applied Predictive Analytics for IT Managers - 4 credits
Total Specialization Credits: 24
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Students are encouraged to apply for the BS-IT Management major early. Once enrolled, you will be connected with an IT Management advisor who will help you develop a clear academic plan and ensure you stay on track for successful degree completion.
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