Applied AI & Information Systems, BBA
Program Details
- Location
- Akron Campus
- Level
- undergraduate
- Academic Pathway
- major
- Degree/Program Type
- Bachelor of Business Administration
- Format
- In-person
- Course Info
- Course Info
- College
- Dean's Office, College of Business
- School/Department
- Department of Management
Program Contact
- CoB Undergraduate Advising
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CoB Undergraduate Advising
330-972-7042
Overview
The Bachelor of Business Administration in Applied AI and Information Systems at The University of Akron puts artificial intelligence at the center of a business degree. You’ll study AI programming, Large Language Models, machine learning, deep learning and data visualization in a College of Business with dual AACSB accreditation in business and accounting — not a computer science department.
You’ll explore how data moves through organizations, how AI can transform processes and decision-making, and how to develop solutions businesses can actually use. Coursework includes Data Provision for Applied Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence for Business and Deep Learning for Business.
The program was developed in response to the rise of AI, with curriculum shaped by College of Business faculty and insights from industry professionals serving on the Center for IT & Analytics Advisory Board. You’ll have opportunities to participate in the annual Business Analytics Innovation Summit and gain hands-on experience applying what you learn. Every College of Business student also completes the required Experience Guarantee professional development program.
From your first year, advising can help you explore where your skills could take you, including careers as a data analyst, data engineer, AI project manager or AI solution architect — or continued study at the master’s level.
Admissions Requirements
See degree requirements for the B.B.A in Applied Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Information here.
See a recommended sequence of courses here.
Career Outcomes
A degree in applied AI & information systems paves the way for exciting career opportunities in the technology sector and beyond.
AI/Data Analyst
AI/Data Engineer
AI Project Manager
AI Solution Architect
Business Systems Analyst
Analytics Translator, between technical teams and the business
Where will you work?
Corporate analytics and technology teams
Manufacturing and logistics, the region's data heavy employers
Consulting
Any organization operationalizing AI
Outlook and what comes next
The global AI job market is projected to grow at a rate of more than 31% through 2033, according to a report by Grand View Research.
A Bachelor of Business Administration where the technical core is applied artificial intelligence: AI programming, Large Language Models, machine learning, deep learning and data provision, combined with the business foundation that makes the technology adoptable.
Choose computer science to build the models; choose this degree to deploy them inside organizations. The overlap is real, but the jobs differ: this program aims at the analyst, engineer, project manager and architect roles that sit between technical teams and business decisions.
The program is new, but it was intentionally built around the growing demand for AI and analytics skills in business. Students can see the curriculum, faculty expertise and industry input that shaped the program, along with the College of Business’ dual AACSB accreditation and opportunities like the Business Analytics & Innovation Summit. While the program doesn’t have a long alumni track record yet, students can evaluate the depth of what is already in place.
Yes. The BBA sits in a college holding dual AACSB accreditation, a standing shared by roughly the top 1% of business schools worldwide.
The Akron Advantage
Our experience-rich, career-focused program will set you up for success after graduation.
All College of Business students complete the Experience Guarantee, a required professional development program that gives you hands-on opportunities to build your resume, strengthen your LinkedIn and Handshake profiles, connect with employers, practice interviewing, visit companies and develop your leadership skills. It’s built into your experience from day one — not something you have to seek out on your own.
All College of Business students complete the Experience Guarantee, a required professional development program that gives you hands-on opportunities to build your resume, strengthen your LinkedIn and Handshake profiles, connect with employers, practice interviewing, visit companies and develop your leadership skills. It’s built into your experience from day one — not something you have to seek out on your own.
Business placement
Taught inside the dual AACSB business school, aimed at deployment roles.
AI as the core
LLMs, machine learning and deep learning as required coursework, not electives.
Named destinations
Data engineer, AI project manager, AI solution architect, from the first advising conversation.
Business Analytics Innovation Summit (BAIS)
The annual Business Analytics Innovation Summit, with opportunities for student networking with industry professionals.
First Cohort
Fall 2026
Ways to Get Involved
As a student majoring in applied AI & information systems, you’ll find countless ways to get involved beyond the classroom, from student organizations to networking events, competitions, and honor societies that connect you with top firms and real-world experience.
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“The networking and connections I gained from this major is what set it apart. During a summer internship as a Big Data intern, I was able to deliver exactly what I was asked for and by the end of my internship, gained a reputation for being able to translate business needs into technical solutions. The program enabled me to perform that way.”
