Bachelor of Arts in Information Science and e-Society (Dual Degree)

Bachelor of Arts in Information Science and e-Society (Dual Degree Program)

Program Description

A Bachelor of Arts in Information Science and e-Society and Bachelor of Science in Business double major is an interdisciplinary program that combines the fields of information science and e-society and business. This program explores the complex relationship between technology, society, and business, focusing on the ways information technology impacts various aspects of our lives, including social interactions, organizational processes, and economic activities.

Students in this program will gain a comprehensive understanding of data management, digital technologies, social media, and their implications for businesses and society. They will also develop skills in analyzing and interpreting data and understanding the ethical and legal dimensions of information technology.

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

The University of Arizona (UA) degree awarded is Bachelor of Arts in Information Science and e-Society.

Career Opportunities

Social media specialist, Marketing research analyst, Digital marketing director, Online content writer/editor, Technology-related sales, staffing, and consulting, Work in Information-rich settings (libraries, makerspaces, healthcare data, human resources), E-commerce specialist,, Sales Manager, Entrepreneurship

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of the Bachelor of Information Science and e-Society and Business double major, students will have acquired a diverse set of skills and knowledge. Some of the key learning outcomes include:

Understanding of Information Science: Students will have a solid foundation in information science principles, theories, and methodologies. They will be able to analyze information needs, evaluate information sources, and design effective information systems.

Knowledge of e-Society and Business: Students will develop an understanding of the social, cultural, and economic implications of information and communication technologies. They will explore how technology shapes business models, organizational structures, and societal interactions.

Data Analysis and Management: Students will acquire skills in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data using appropriate tools and techniques. They will learn how to manage and manipulate data to derive meaningful insights and support decision-making processes.

Ethical and Legal Dimensions: Students will understand the ethical and legal considerations associated with information technology. They will explore topics such as privacy, security, intellectual property, and digital rights.

Bachelor of Arts, Information Science and e-Society (Dual Degree Program

Dual degree students must complete 127 credits to graduate.

Dual degree students must meet the UA’s CGPA requirement to apply for admission to UA. Students must obtain at least a “C-” grade in courses taught by UA and AUPP.

Program Structure

Required Total Credits (127)

e-Society Foundation Courses

6

UA Major Courses

30

AUPP Major Courses

45

Elective Courses

12

General Education Courses

34

e-Society Foundation Courses (Required: 6 credits)

Course Code

Course Name

Credits

ISEC 100

The Information Era Development

3

ISEC 214

Introduction to Data Science

3

UA Major Courses (Required: 30 credits)

Course Code

Course Name

Credits

ESOC 211 (UA)

Collaborating in Online Communities

3

ESOC 212 (UA)

Social Media Strategies Across Profession

3

ESOC 300 (UA)

Digital Storytelling and Culture

3

ESOC 301 (UA)

Qualitative Internet Research

3

ESOC 314 (UA)

Theories of New Media

3

ESOC 330 (UA)

Digital Dilemmas – Privacy, Property, and Access

3

ESOC 340 (UA)

Information, Multimedia Design and the Moving Image

3

ESOC 418 (UA)

Information Trust, Manipulation, and Deception

3

ESOC 480 (UA)

Digital Engagement

3

INFO 420 (UA)

Ethical Issues in Information

3

AUPP Major Courses (Required: 45 credits)

Course Code

Course Name

Credits

ACCT 201

Financial Accounting

3

ACCT 202

Managerial Accounting

3

BUSN 300

Legal Environment for Business

3

BUSN 360

Business Ethics and Social Responsibility

3

BUSN 440

Introduction to Human Resource Management

3

BUSN 478

Project Management

3

BUSN 479

Practical Entrepreneur

3

FINC 301

Introduction to Finance

3

IR 207

Research Methods and Design

3

MGMT 301

Principles of Management

3

MGMT 320

Operations Management

3

MGMT 460

Strategic Management

3

MKTG 301

Introduction to Marketing

3

PR 320

Persuasion

3

INTS 400*

Internship

3

*INTS 400: Students must complete 84 credits before starting the internship. Internship requires a minimum of one hundred and sixty (160) hours of workplace experience.

Elective Courses (Required: 12 credits)

The students can choose upper division courses outside of core or major requirements that sounds interesting to you. Some courses require the student to complete the pre-requisite course. AUPP normally counts some of the courses a dual degree student takes with the partner university as fulfilling the elective requirement. Click Here for the course list.

General Education Courses (Required: 34 credits)

Course Code

Course Name

Credits

COMM 103

Oral Communications

3

ENGL 101

English Composition I

3

ENGL 102

English Composition II

3

ENVS 131C

Environmental Science

3

HIST 131

World History from 1500 B.C

3

HUMN 101

Introduction to Humanities

3

HUMN 110

Arts and Culture

3

ICT 209

Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence

3

MATH 177

Elementary Statistics

3

MATH 200

Business Calculus

3

PHIL 110

Critical Thinking

3

SMNR 101

First Year Experience

1