Education for a Data-Driven World
Today, all businesses and industries understand the importance of using data to make sound decisions. In turn, professionals who know how to find, analyze and communicate the information found in data are a valuable asset to any organization. At Clarkson University, our information systems degree programs combine the technological and managerial skills you need to use data to develop and influence innovative business solutions.
Explore all opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students.
Why Study Information Systems at Clarkson?
Clarkson University has been at the forefront of information systems education. We were among the first in the country to offer data analytics programs to undergraduates and have continuously updated our curriculum to keep pace with the industry. Our rigorous coursework, emphasis on entrepreneurship and hands-on experiences are some of the reasons we are considered one of the best business schools in the country by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report.
Our approach to information systems focuses on real-world business, healthcare and science applications. We are not interested in data for data's sake but as a way to develop solutions to current challenges. By being in a technologically rich environment like ours, students can access the latest platforms and systems used by industry professionals. Our faculty are experts in their respective fields and encourage learning and career advancement through collaboration.
For undergraduate students, we offer two information systems-related majors and a minor. You can also select classes from a robust list of offerings, which will help you apply data analytics to other aspects of your studies. Our graduate offerings include two master's programs delivered through a mix of on-campus and online coursework.
If you would like to pursue professional opportunities in data analytics, explore related research opportunities on campus or find high-quality internships through the Career Center.
What You'll Learn
Courses cover topics like:
- Application development
- Applied data analytics
- Big data architecture
- Data warehousing
- Database design
- Database management
- Process and system analysis
- Process and system modeling
- Programming and software design
