Information systems are used extensively in business, industry, and government operations. Applications include airline reservation systems, banking networks, real-estate assessment roles, manufacturing process flow, and insurance records. Students selecting a concentration in information systems will focus on such topics as systems analysis and design, developing database systems, and understanding data communication networks. The program is designed for individuals interested in a career managing the information needs of an organization or in establishing their own e-commerce business.
Statistics involves the collection and interpretation of data for use in decision-making.
Statistics are used extensively in such fields as market research, insurance, and quality assurance. Students selecting the emphasis in statistics will focus on such topics as forecasting, quality control, multivariate analysis, and design of experiments. The program is designed for individuals interested in a career involving numerical analysis. Operations Research is the application of the scientific method to decision-making. Operations research uses quantitative models in order to gain insights into the solution to complex business problems.