Business Analytics & Artificial Intelligence (AI) Minor

Business Analytics & Artificial Intelligence (AI) Minor


  • Undergraduate Minor

Modes of study:

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What is the value of having a minor at the University of Southern Maine?

Choosing a minor at the University of Southern Maine (USM) is your opportunity to learn beyond your undergraduate degree. In the case of USM’s new Business Analytics & Artificial Intelligence (AI) minor for undergraduate majors outside the School of Business, you’ll more deeply understand the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in business analytics and the field of AI. This minor is only available if you are not pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.

Understanding both business analytics and artificial intelligence will give you deep analytical skills, which are incredibly valuable to employers, especially in fields like political science, economics, criminology, and technology. Having skills that allow you to analyze data and make decisions with it will prepare you for future career opportunities in management analyst roles.

16 required credit hours. Most courses are equal to three hours.

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What will having a Business Analytics & Artificial Intelligence minor from the University of Southern Maine be like?

  • Develop in demand skillsets in business analytics and AI: AI’s popularity is only going to continue to skyrocket as more companies and entities incorporate it into their workflow. By having a minor in business analytics and AI, you’ll be ahead of the curve, with a skillset that employers want and an ability to look at data and translate it into actionable decisions.
  • Complement your undergraduate degree: Minoring in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence can be an excellent way to complement your undergraduate degree. Consider this minor if you’re wondering how a background in AI would benefit you in criminology, or looking at the advantages that AI and business analytics give you if your goal after graduation is to go into economics or technology.

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