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Senate Bill 25-26-26

Bill ID: 25-26-26
PCC ID: 25029
Name: PCC Proposal to Rename the Master of Science in "Business Analytics" to "Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence"
Proposed: 10/30/2025
Sponsor: Robert H. Smith School of Business
Proposal: Proposing to change the name of the Master of Science in "Business Analytics" to "Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence".

The Master of Science in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence program prepares gives students a deep understanding of how to solve complex analyze large amounts of data and provide innovative solutions to modern business challenges using advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and data-driven decision-making. challenges. The program emphasizes the integration of statistical and computational methods with practical business applications, equipping graduates with the technical expertise and professional skills needed to succeed in today’s data-centric economy. Students will gain hands-on experience with modern tools and methodologies for analyzing structured and unstructured data, developing predictive models, designing databases, applying optimization techniques, and leveraging AI responsibly in business contexts. Through case studies, experiential projects, and collaboration with industry partners, students will learn to translate data into actionable insights and create measurable business impact.
Active? Yes

Status

Status: Pending Approval

Status: Complete
Reviewer: Senate
Received: 2025-11-25
Decision Date: 2025-12-02
Decision: The Senate voted to approve this item.
Next Step: Presidential Approval

Status: Complete
Reviewer: Senate Executive Committee (SEC)
Received: 2025-11-04
Decision Date: 2025-11-11
Decision: The SEC voted to include the PCC proposal on the upcoming Senate Meeting Agenda.
Next Step: Senate Review

Status: Complete
Reviewer: Programs, Curricula, & Courses (PCC) Committee
Received: 2025-10-31
Decision Date: 2025-11-07
Decision: The PCC voted to approve this proposal.
Next Step: The Senate Executive Committee (SEC) will review this proposal
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