Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Information Systems and Business Analytics
About This Programme
The Information Systems and Business Analytics major of the AACSB-accredited BSBA, data analytics, business intelligence, databases and digital transformation. Prepares graduates for analytics, IT consulting and technology-management roles.
Course Highlights
- Blends information systems with business analytics in one major
- 15 credits of major requirements plus 12 credits of electives
- Hands-on database management, systems analysis, data visualization and analytics
- Option to substitute CMP 320 Database Systems or COE 420 Software Engineering for core courses
What You'll Study
The business core plus a technical major taught through database labs, systems-analysis projects and business-analytics tools.
Common Business Core (Years 1–2)
- ACC 201 Fundamentals of Financial Accounting3 credits
- BUS 100 Introduction to Business3 credits
- ISA 201 Fundamentals of Information Systems and Business Analytics3 credits
- MGT 201 Fundamentals of Management3 credits
- MTH 102 Calculus for Business3 credits
- ECO 201 Principles of Microeconomics3 credits
- MKT 201 Fundamentals of Marketing3 credits
- QBA 201 Quantitative Business Analysis3 credits
- ACC 202 Fundamentals of Managerial Accounting3 credits
- ECO 202 Principles of Macroeconomics3 credits
- FIN 201 Fundamentals of Financial Management3 credits
- SCM 202 Operations Management3 credits
- IEN 301 Innovation and Entrepreneurship Mindset3 credits
IS & Business Analytics Major Requirements (Years 3–4, 15 credits)
- ISA 301 Fundamentals of Database Management (or CMP 320 Database Systems)3 credits
- ISA 303 Introduction to Systems Analysis and Design (or COE 420 Software Engineering)3 credits
- ISA 377 Data Visualization for Business3 credits
- ISA 388 Business Analytics3 credits
- ISA 405 Information Systems Strategy3 credits
Capstone & Integration
- MGT 406 Business Policy and Strategy (capstone)3 credits
- BUS 397 Business Internship0 credits
- IS & analytics major electives (300-level+ ISA)12 credits
Entry Requirements
Applicants below the English threshold may enter via the Achievement Academy Bridge Program.
Careers
Graduates become business/data analysts, systems analysts, database and BI specialists and IT consultants across public and private sectors.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
AACSB-accredited School of Business Administration; UAE CAA-licensed
Programme Details
Award
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Information Systems and Business Analytics
Start Date
August 2026 (Fall; also Spring & Summer intakes)
Typical Offer
85%+ secondary-school average (best years), IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 80; math completed in the final 3 years at grade B or equivalent
Duration
4 years
Qualification
Bachelors
Subject Area
Business & Finance
Campus
Sharjah
Course Type
Information systems major
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 110,876/yr
Apply online at apply.aus.edu. A non-refundable application fee of AED 400 + 5% VAT applies, and a AED 5,000 seat-reservation deposit confirms your place. AUS offers extensive merit, need-based and athletic scholarships.