Utah Valley University

What you'll study

The program requires 18 semester credits: a 6-credit discipline core and 12 elective credits. Core courses (6 credits):

• INFO 2410 Database Fundamentals (3 credits)
• INFO 3130 Introduction to Applied Data Analytics (3 credits)

Choose 12 credits from electives such as:

• INFO 3410 Database Systems and Warehousing (3)
• INFO 4120 Data Visualization (3)
• INFO 4130 Data Science and Big Data Analytics (3)
• MKTG 3680 Marketing with Social Media (3)
• MKTG 3690 Digital Marketing Analytics (3)
• MKTG 4610 Sales Operations (3)
• STAT 4100 Design of Experiment (3)
• STAT 4200 Survey Sampling (3)
• STAT 4400 Multivariate Analysis (3)
• STAT 4500 Nonparametric Statistics (3)
• BIOL 3100 Introduction to Data Analysis for Biologists (3)
• Other advisor-approved electives

Program learning outcomes emphasize analyzing complex computing problems, designing and evaluating computing-based solutions in discipline context, and producing computer models, analyses, and visualizations that meet business needs.

Entry requirements

Graduation requirements for the minor are: complete a minimum of 18 semester credits; earn at least a C- in all courses; maintain an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher; and complete a minimum of 9 residency credit hours through course attendance at UVU. Students are advised to consult departmental advising and Wolverine Track to customize their plan; online course options and advising are available.

Career prospects

The program prepares students for roles that use data skills in business and research contexts. Occupations listed alongside the program include:

• Data scientists — listed with median salary $108,020
• Operations research analysts — median salary $83,640
• Management analysts — median salary $99,410
• General and operations managers — median salary $101,280
• Chief executives — median salary $206,680
• Business teachers, postsecondary — median salary $97,130

These examples reflect the types of analytical, visualization, database, and business-facing roles that the minor’s coursework supports.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

While the program page does not list specific scholarships, students should explore UVU departmental scholarships, college-level awards, and campus-wide financial aid; meeting with an advisor can uncover advisor-approved electives and funding opportunities tied to the Information Systems and Technology Department.