Bachelor of Science in Data Analytics (Dual Degree)

Bachelor of Science in Data Analytics (Dual Degree Program)

Program Description

The Information Systems degree program focusing in Data Analytics equips students with the skills to gather, analyse, and interpret data for informed business decisions. Graduates excel in data mining, statistical analysis, and data visualization, enabling them to derive valuable insights from intricate datasets, ultimately contributing to organizational success through data-driven decision-making.

The American University of Phnom Penh (AUPP) degree awarded is Bachelor of Science in Data Analytics.

The Fort Hays State University (FHSU) degree awarded is Bachelor of Science in Information Systems.

Program Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

PLO 1. Possess a deep understanding of data types, structures, and sources, enabling them to effectively gather, preprocess, and analyze data for informed decision-making.

PLO 2. Acquire advanced data analytics knowledge and techniques, equipping them to design and implement complex analyses to extract meaningful insights from data sets.

Cognitive Skills

PLO 3. Develop strong critical thinking skills, enabling them to evaluate data analysis approaches, identify potential biases, and make sound decisions based on data-driven evidence.

PLO 4. Cultivate effective problem-solving abilities by applying data analytics techniques to real-world challenges, developing innovative solutions and optimizing decision-making processes.

Interpersonal Skills and Responsibility

PLO 5. Demonstrate effective teamwork and collaboration skills, working cohesively with diverse stakeholders to address complex data-driven problems and deliver comprehensive solutions.

Numerical, IT, and Communication Skills

PLO 6. Master advanced numerical techniques, effectively utilize cutting-edge information technology tools, and excel in communicating complex data insights, equipping them to drive data-informed decision-making in diverse professional settings.

Psychomotor Skills

PLO 7. Exhibit skilled data manipulation and analysis techniques, showcasing precision in navigating data analytics software and tools to extract meaningful insights and facilitate data-driven decision-making.

Career Opportunities

Data Analyst

Data Engineer

Data Scientist

Business Intelligence Analyst

Market Research Analyst

Bachelor of Science in Data Analytic

Program Structure

Required Total Credits (122)

General Education

35

Major

9

Core Major

27

Electives

51

General Education Courses (Required: 35 credits)

Students are required to complete 35 credit hours of General Education courses.

Students select courses from the list of General Education requirement section of the Catalog.

Major Courses (Required: 9 credits)

Course Code

Course Name

Credit

INF 250

Introduction to Web Development

3

INF 300

Foundations of Informatics

3

ITM 340

Maths for Computing

3

Core Major (Required: 27 credits)

Course Code

Course Name

Credit

INF 304

Management Information Systems

3

INF 315

Enterprise Resource Planning

3

INF 330

Business Intelligence

3

INF 360

Programming with Python

3

INF 405

Research Methods in Informatics

3

INF 430

Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurial Leadership

3

INF 490

Capstone Seminar in Informatics

3

INF 604

Data Analysis I

3

INF 610

Public Policy, Ethics and Law in Information Networking

3

Electives (Required: 51 credits)

Course Code

Course Name

Credit

ICT 405

Ethical Hacking

3

INF 140

Introduction to Electronic Media

3

INF 650

Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction

3

INS 310

Introduction to Data Analysis

3

INS 320

Data Preparation and Cleaning

3

INS 330

Advanced Statistics for Data Analysis

3

INS 340

Data Analysis using Python

3

INS 350

Time Series Analysis

3

INS 360

Data Interpretation and Reporting I

3

INS 370

Data Interpretation and Reporting II

3

ITM 360

Artificial Intelligence

3

ITM 380

Cloud Computing

3

ITM 381

Cloud Solutions Architect

3

ITM 390

Machine Learning

3

ITM 454

Natural Language Processing

3

ITM 475

Final Year Project

3

INTS 400

Internship

3

Graduation Requirements: Students must have 2.00 GPA in all coursework (AUPP and FHSU) and meet the required total credits.