Department of Information and Decision Sciences (IDS)

Contact Information: 
Campus Location: 2402-2404 University Hall (UH), Undergraduate Programs: 1118 UH 
(312) 996-2700 
business.uic.edu/undergraduate-programs/bs-information-decision-sciences

Administration: 
Associate Professor and Interim Department Head, Ali Tafti, atafti@uic.edu
Director of Undergraduate Studies, Unsal Ozdogru, uozdogru@uic.edu

The Department of Information and Decision Sciences offers programs and courses in information systems, operations and supply chain management, and business analytics. IDS explores the synergies between information technology, business data and analytics, e-business, supply chain management, and risk management in today’s business organizations. The department is committed to educating the next generation of business leaders in these high job growth areas at the cutting edge of current business innovations. IDS faculty are active in research on information systems and applications, technology and innovation management, data analytics, business statistics and forecasting, supply chain management, e-business, mobile computing, health informatics, and social media.

The curriculum integrates foundational knowledge with experiential learning and real-world projects. Projects with industry partners are a required component of the program. IDS courses reflect technology advancements and changing business needs to address current areas where there is strong market demand for well-trained business professionals. Students can select courses to specialize in Management Information Systems, Business Analytics, or Supply Chain and Operations Management.

The program also provides ideal preparation for graduate study leading to the MS in Business Analytics, MS in Management Information Systems, Master of Business Administration, and other advanced degrees. Students who meet established criteria can apply for Preferred Admission to the MS in Business Analytics program and the Guaranteed Admission into the MS in Management Information Systems program (GAMIS) program.

Distinction

See Academic Honors in College of Business Administration section.