Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics with Concentration in Sport Management (STEM)

at University of New Haven USA

The University’s full-time MBA program, which is one of only two in Connecticut – and less than 30 across the U.S. – that offer concentrations that are STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) certified by the federal government, enables you to both master new skills through rigorous coursework and build a portfolio of experience through internships and real-world learning opportunities that will prepare you to excel.

Our program is a great choice for those who’ve recently completed an undergraduate degree or who are looking to continue their education straight out of college. The program’s schedule allows for students to complete the program in as few as 12 months for those who meet the criteria to waive the three business foundation courses, and carry a 12-credit hour load. Students who do not meet the waiver criteria may complete the program in less than two years.

 Business Analytics

The concentration builds technical proficiency in the skills needed to implement and oversee data-driven business decisions, forming inferences and predictions from data, and making optimal and robust decisions. Applications of business analytics span all function areas.

The health of the mouth can affect the health of the entire body. Infection and inflammation of the teeth and gums can have long-term systemic consequences. In our B.S. in Dental Hygiene program, — one of the finest dental hygiene programs in the U.S. — you will learn just how important the dental hygienist is to patients’ overall health and will acquire the in-classroom knowledge and hands-on expertise you need for success in this highly rewarding field.

You will learn important prevention and detection skills as you become both a knowledgeable practitioner and a guardian of your patients’ health. You’ll also:

• Learn about the latest advances in dental hygiene standards and infection control
• Gain experience with modern treatment stations and techniques
• Benefit from cutting-edge virtual instruction programs
• Experience modern digital radiology and dental materials laboratories
• Learn from experienced faculty with vast clinical experience
• Apply what you learn while working with patients at the University of New Haven Dental Center – which has been called "a tremendous hidden gem" – and other internship sites

Whether your goal is to become an entrepreneur or to pursue a career in a Fortune 500 company, a University of New Haven degree in business management will help you discover your niche and prepare you to set your sights on the top of the corporate ladder.

You’ll learn what it takes to manage staff, develop workable action plans, accomplish major goals, and thrive in the global business environment. You will be immersed in a leadership-building curriculum that includes courses in accounting, finance, marketing, economics, quantitative analysis, business law, and data management.

Students earning a B.S. degree in Business Management are required to complete 121 credits, including the university core curriculum (41 credits) and the business program core (30 credits).  The major allows the flexibility to minor in a wide array of related areas such as entrepreneurship or marketing.

The Master of Science in Taxation at the University of New Haven attracts a wide range of accountants, attorneys, executives, and government employees, but it’s an even bigger draw for those hoping to become CPAs. Connecticut law requires CPA candidates to complete 150 academic credit hours of coursework in order to sit for the CPA exam. This program provides those hours.

The University of New Haven M.S. degree program in taxation is designed for accountants, attorneys, government employees, and executives seeking to gain advanced expertise in taxation law. Our graduates are among the most successful of University of New Haven alumni, with most employed in high-level executive positions or as partners in local, regional, and/or international CPA firms.

Features of the program include:

• You can complete the program in as little as one year (two semesters and one summer term)
• The program provides the mandatory 150 credit hours of coursework required by Connecticut for the CPA exam
• The program is 100% online.
• You benefit from a high degree of individual attention from faculty, made possible by small, informal classes
• Our faculty members bring extensive professional experience and expertise into class and give you firsthand insight on putting theory into practice
• As a graduate of the program, you will join some of the most successful alumni of the University, who are employed at top firms in the country

The University of New Haven’s M.S. in Chemistry is a practiced-based program that will enable you to take an integrative approach to solving practical chemistry problems and prepare you to pursue a career in a variety of fields.

You’ll begin by gaining a broad background in chemical theories, computational chemistry methods, analysis of experimental data, design of chemical materials, modern organic chemistry, design of molecular drugs, the design of sustainable chemical processes, and current challenges in the field of chemistry.

In addition to developing an expertise in organic, analytical, and computational chemistry, you’ll take courses in biomedical engineering, civil engineering, computer science, math, and cellular and molecular biology.

Through this program, you will also:

• Enhance your skills and knowledge in research methods, writing, and ethics
• Pursue a concentration in analytical & green chemistry, computation & materials chemistry, or drug discovery chemistry
• Focus your studies through your choice of electives, including topics in pharmacology, bioinformatics, programming, and air pollution
• Participate in seminars that will expose you to state-of-the-art chemistry research
• Complete a research project, thesis, or internship
• Gain the skills and knowledge to collaborate in multidisciplinary research projects in the fields of biology, biomedical engineering, environmental engineering, mathematics, and computer science
• Be prepared to pursue a wide variety of careers in chemical, energy, pharmaceutical, materials, biomedical, or computational data analysis settings; or to pursue government or academic research

Math is everywhere, from the spiral of a shell to the timing of a symphony, and it is integral to everything around us. As a mathematics major at the University of New Haven, you’ll apply math’s universal language to your area of interest, while sharpening your ability to reason and problem solve.

Through the B.S. program, you will:

Prepare for a wide variety of careers, such as being a computer consultant, statistical analyst, scientific research analyst, product manager, educator, or business manager.

The Absolute Value of the 2022 Mathematics Research Community

The American Mathematics Society (AMS) has accepted a proposal by faculty members — including the University of New Haven’s Daniel Cicala — for a Mathematics Research Community on Applied Category Theory to be held in the summer of 2022. The faculty will lead 40 early-career mathematicians through an intensive week of research on that topic. The AMS Mathematics Research Communities is a professional development program for mathematicians who are just starting out. The program helps them develop collaborative research skills and build a network centered around an active research domain. Mentoring from leaders in the specific topic area and valuable career guidance are also part of the equation.

Data Science is an emerging field that combines methods from machine learning, artificial intelligence, and statistics with entirely new technologies for handling vast amounts of complex and quickly-changing data. The job of a data scientist is to apply these methods to gather information and achieve goals that are otherwise impossible for human experts due the large quantities and complexity of the data.

In the University of New Haven’s M.S. in data science program, you will develop proficiencies in the key skills expected of leading data scientists, including deep learning and statistical analysis, and the data skills needed to work with unstructured data and Natural Language Processing (NLP).

Possible roles and applications include:

• Energy: Creating a system for the best distribution of electricity on a city’s power grid, to maximizing utilization of wind and solar resources through quickly-changing weather conditions.
• Commerce: Detecting and adapting to patterns of fraudulent transactions in the 500 billion online transactions performed each day.
• Healthcare:Developing systems for monitoring data collection captured by wearable devices to identify potential warning signs at an early stage.
• Law Enforcement:Identifying potential warnings of upcoming terrorist activity by scanning the thousands of hours of video uploaded to YouTube each day.

As a criminal justice major at the University of New Haven, you’ll join one of the nation’s most established and diversified criminal justice programs. It’s a program that allows you to customize a major that fuses your interests with pragmatic, sought-after learning opportunities that will lead you to a successful and fulfilling career in this challenging and rewarding field.

You will gain an acute understanding of crime-solving and public safety issues as you learn to not only navigate the intricate fields of criminal justice but also shape the future of our justice system.

As a criminal justice major at the University of New Haven, you’ll join one of the nation’s most established and diversified criminal justice programs. It’s a program that allows you to customize a major that fuses your interests with pragmatic, sought-after learning opportunities that will lead you to a successful and fulfilling career in this challenging and rewarding field.

Program Outcomes:

• Demonstrate the knowledge of theory, methods, and empirical findings related to issues of police, correction, and courts.
• Analyze a substantial body of literature related to police, corrections, or courts.
• Communicate criminal justice concepts orally and in writing.
• Evaluate and moral issues in a professional/disciplinary setting.

Have a passion for sports? Unite your love for the game with a pioneering, business-focused sports management program – the first to be licensed and accredited by the state of Connecticut – and among the first in North America to be accredited by the Sports Management Program Review Council (SMPRC).

As a University of New Haven sport management major, you will combine your study off the field with hands-on experience and business training in all facets of modern sports.

The program will help you accomplish several goals, including:

• Gaining the business training you need to contribute your knowledge, creativity and strategic leadership to the industry
• Learning in an AACSB-accredited and SMPRC-endorsed program that increases your chances of earning a higher, more competitive salary after graduation
• Preparing detailed marketing plans, sponsorship proposals, and event plans
• Conducting market research for a sports organization
• Benefiting from mentoring, internship, and job shadowing programs that connect students with sports industry professionals
• Taking advantage of guest speakers, facility tours, and volunteer opportunities that bring the real world to the learning experience

The University of New Haven’s interdisciplinary major in Esports and Gaming is designed to maximize the strengths of our programs in business, technology, engineering, and computer science to create pioneering opportunities that prepare our students to be the future leaders in this high-growth field.

We have created a unique program that enables you to gain a well-rounded, holistic, and pertinent education in the world of esports and gaming. We will prepare you to excel in this ever-evolving industry, which comprises game publishers, athletes, coaches, trainers, publicists, broadcasters, the media platforms the games are streamed on, brands that sponsor the teams, and, of course, the fans.

Our academic partnerships with major esports and gaming entities such as Twitch and HyperX ensure that you’re at the cutting edge of industry trends and learning. Since new technologies and games are always just around the corner, the industry requires people who can think critically and anticipate future cultural, business, and technological changes and opportunities. That’s you.

Pick an interdisciplinary concentration
What makes our program in Esports and Gaming unique is its truly interdisciplinary nature. In addition to core classes in businesses, our unique concentrations enable you to take courses in the School of Health Sciences, the Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences, and the Tagliatela College of Engineering.

• Corruption and Gambling Concentration. You will learn to evaluate how competitors are coerced into behaving corruptly and how to explain the effects of organized crime on gambling in esports.
• Game Studies Concentration: You will learn how to develop a game narrative using contemporary gaming techniques and how to analyze games for dimensions of social responsibility.
• Esports Performance and Health Concentration. You will learn to assess health factors that impact esports participants’ overall potential performance and how to implement behavioral strategies that promote health among esports competitors.