Business Intelligence, AS (BSIN-AS)

CT State Community College Catalog 2023-2024 New students enrolling for the first time in Fall 2023 will begin as students of Connecticut State Community College under this catalog.  Continuing students from one of the 12 community colleges will be transitioned into a CT State program in this catalog as of the start of the Fall 2023 term. The policies, courses and programs described are applicable as of the Fall 2023 term and may be updated as circumstances require.

The Business Intelligence Program is committed to creating critical thinkers, innovative solution seekers and well-rounded business professionals. Business intelligence (BI) combines business knowledge with data analytics, data modeling, analytic tools, and organizational infrastructure to aid businesses in making data-informed decisions. Degree candidates face the rigors of a business education that focuses on combining traditional business modalities with innovative data technology to produce graduates who are modern day leaders. 

As a Business Intelligence degree candidate, you will:

• Develop requisite knowledge in the building blocks of business: accounting, finance, human capital, economics, strategy and communication.
• Gain an understanding of business in the global environment.
• Form effective working relationships with students and faculty in the areas of accounting, general business management, marketing and sales, and office management.
• Develop programming and data analytic skills

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates should be able to:

• Explain the basics building blocks of a business.
• Apply analytic techniques to real-world data using statistics and programming languages. 
• Develop the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Create data visualizations with analytic platforms
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Develop leadership skills and critical decision-making techniques.
• Demonstrate ability to complete individual and team-based assignments.