BSISDA Freshmen Your Career

Overview

Your Career — BS in Information Science and Data Analytics
Freshmen

Graduates with a BS in Information Science and Data Analytics will have knowledge of software principles and practices, programming concepts and techniques, data structures, and system development methods and practices. In addition, they will have studied the human aspect of technology usage with consideration on privacy and ethics and impacts on society.

With this knowledge and skill set, graduates will be prepared for careers in data analytics,  UX/UI, technology development, data management, cybersecurity, web content and development, and information architecture. They may hold positions such as business intelligence analyst, data analytics consultant, front end web developer, data architect, information assurance analyst, and data visualization specialist.

During their time in the program, students can receive career support from the San José State University Career Center.

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Career Fields and Job Positions

Career Fields

  • Data Analytics: Collecting, organizing, transforming, and analyzing data to assist in decision making through predictive analysis.
  • UX/UI: Applying interactive and visual design concepts to websites and web applications for a positive and cohesive user experience.
  • Software Development: Creating, designing, deploying, and supporting software development in organizations of all types.
  • Cybersecurity: Application of technologies, processes and controls