The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with Business Applications (CSBA) Program has applied to be accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) of ABET (pending 2018).

Curriculum

The Computer Science with Business Applications major is designed to provide students with a broad background in science and humanities and to provide an understanding of fundamental principles of computing and modern computing technology. It prepares the student for professional work with computer systems and business environments.

Courses

As a Computer Science with Business Applications major at UC Riverside, you will be taking a mix of core computer science courses, core business courses, and a breadth of humanities and social science courses.

More information on available courses can be found on the Registrar's website.

To complete your degree, you will need to fulfill the requirements laid out in the Computer Science with Business Applications course plan.

ABET Accreditation

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with Business Applications (CSBA) program has applied to be accredited by the Computing Accreditation Comission (CAC) of ABET. If you would like to learn more about the how the accreditation affects you, please refer to the ABET page.

Our goal for our graduates

As a graduate of our program, you will be able to move onto the next chapter of your life with the following skills:

1. An ability to apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the discipline. (Adapted from CAC a and EAC a)
2. An ability to analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution. (Adapted from CAC v and EAC e)
3. An ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs. (Adapted from CAC c and EAC c)
4. An ability to function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal. (Adapted from CAC d and EAC d)
5. An understanding of professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities. (Adapted from CAC e and EAC f)
6. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences. (Adapted from CAC f and EAC g)
7. An ability to analyze the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations, and society. (Adapted from CAC g and EAC h)
8. Recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in continuing professional development. (Adapted from CAC h and EAC i)
9. An ability to use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice. (Adapted from CAC i and EAC k)
10. An ability to apply mathematical foundations, algorithmic principles, and computer science theory in the modeling and design of computer-based systems in a way that demonstrates comprehension of the tradeoffs involved in design choices. (Adapted from CAC j)
11. An ability to apply design and development principles in the construction of software systems of varying complexity. (Adapted from CAC k)
12. An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data. (Adapted from EAC b)
13. Knowledge of contemporary issues. (Adapted from EAC j)

Graduation and Enrollment Data

In the Fall of 2017, total undergraduate enrollment in Computer Science with Business Applications was 57 students. In Spring of 2018, 9 Bachelor of Science degrees were awarded.