Department of Management Information Systems and Supply Chain
Applied AI and Data Analytics
Bachelor of Science
Where Leaders Are Built
At the John Chambers College of Business and Economics, we make leaders – and it all happens in our new, state-of-the-art home, Reynolds Hall. Equipped with cutting-edge research centers, experiential learning labs, and student support hubs, Reynolds is here to help you change the world.
Get in-demand tech skills.
Students in the Applied Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics program gain the skills necessary to develop, deploy, maintain, and manage current and next-generation AI technology and systems that businesses and organizations need to remain competitive. Our students work with the technology that industry professionals encounter in everyday environments while gaining real-world experience before graduation.
Professionals who complete this program acquire hands-on skills through collaboration with organizations and develop foundational abilities critical for understanding both the business and technical needs of these entities. Additionally, a required minor tailors your degree and can be pursued within the Chambers College or anywhere in the university based on the student’s interests. This program is excellent for students who enjoy technology, problem-solving, and engaging in hands-on projects across multiple sectors and fields.
Career opportunities are broad and include:
- Consulting
 - Data Analyst
 - Data Scientist
 - AI Engineer
 - and other emerging roles in this cutting-edge field
 
Experiential Learning with DataDrivenWV
Experiential learning in the Applied AI and Data Analytics program is powered by DataDrivenWV, an outreach center housed within the Chambers College. Through hands-on projects, students collaborate with real organizations to tackle real-world challenges using data and emerging AI tools. Guided by faculty experts, students gain practical experience working with clients, solving problems, and delivering insights—bridging the gap between classroom learning and professional application.
Placement Rate
Of our undergraduates get placed within 6 months of graduation.
Based on class of '23*
Years of AACSB Accreditation
an honor earned by only about 5% of business schools worldwide.
- The Chambers College community includes 20,000+ alumni around the globe
 - 77% of Chambers undergrads who interned had a job lined up by graduation day
 - The Chambers Center for Career Development takes hundreds of students on industry job-shadowing visits each year
 
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