Business

Bachelor of Science in COMPUTER and INFORMATION SCIENCE

Empowering the next generation of computer scientists and information specialists through rigorous academic inquiry and a commitment to global justice.

BSc in Computer & IS

Academic Program

Program Philosophy

The Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Science program is designed to cultivate academic excellence, innovation, problem-solving, and professional growth in an ever-evolving digital world. The program emphasizes computational thinking, software development, data management, cybersecurity awareness, systems analysis, and the practical application of modern computing technologies to solve real-world challenges. Through rigorous coursework, hands-on laboratory experiences, collaborative projects, student engagement opportunities, and participation in professional organizations, students are prepared to become adaptable, ethically responsible, and career-ready technology professionals who can confidently contribute to the advancement of computing and information systems across diverse industries.

IACBE Accreditation

Public Statement of IACBE Accreditation:
Member with Accredited Programs

The Department of Business Administration at Edward Waters University (EWU) has received specialized accreditation for its business program(s) through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located at 11960 Quivira Road in Overland Park, Kansas, USA. For a list of accredited programs, please view our IACBE member status page below.

Program Details

The Department’s vision is to instill academic excellence, ethics, creativity, commitment, collaboration, flexibility, self-esteem, and positive reactio n to changes and challenges with the utmost confidence in our business program. We strive for excellence, effective growth, student retention, and graduation.

The International Accreditation Council accredits the Business Degree Program at EWU for the Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) for Business Education (IACBE). The IACBE (IACBE-World Headquarters, 11374 Strang Line Road Lenexa, Kansas 66215, USA, Tel: +1 913 631 3009, (www.iacbe.org ) is a national and international business education accrediting agency that is highly student-centered and learning outcome assessment oriented.

The Department offers Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degrees in six areas of concentrations: Accounting, Business Management, Computer Information Systems, International Finance, and Global Trade, Organizational Management, and Healthcare Management.

Faculty

Dr. Francis Ikeokwu

Department Chair/Professor
Office: (904) 470-8074
Email: fikeokwu@ew.edu

Department Chair/Professor

DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCE

Program Faculty

Dr. Emmanuel Appah

Assistant Professor
Phone: (904) 470-8205
Email: e.appah@ew.edu

Dr. Collins K. Anosike

Assistant Professor
Email: c.anosike@ew.edu

Dr. Stanley Francois

Assistant Professor/Coordinator – CIS
Phone: (904) 470-8107
Email: s.francois1@ew.edu

Dr. Marilyn Mack

Associate Professor/Coordinator – Sports Management
Phone: (904) 470-8063
Email: mlmack@ew.edu

Dr. Idris Mayo

Assistant Professor for Sports Management
Email: i.mayo@ew.edu

Mr. Gabriel Mbomeh

Assistant Professor
Email: g.mbomeh@ew.edu

Ms. Alethea Pugh

Professor
Email: a.pugh@ew.edu

Dr. Robert Tedeschi

Associate Professor
(904) 470-8842
Email: rtedeschi@ew.edu

Admission Requirements for Accounting Program

To pursue a program leading to a major in Business Administration, a student must meet the following criteria.

Minimum GPA

Must have at least 2.00 GPA

Programs Completed

Must have C or higher grade on the following General Education courses:

SPC 2608 – Public Speaking or COM 2000 Introduction to Communications
MAC 1105 – College Algebra
FIN 2100 – Personal Finance or GEB 1001 – Introduction to Business
CGS 2060 – Introduction to Computers

Transfer Students

Transfer students are instructed to contact the Chairman of the Department before completing the required application to receive appropriate evaluations and credits from other institutions. Usually, credit is granted if the course contents are similar, and a grade of ‘C’ or better was received.

Must have Grades

Students must earn a ‘C’ or better in certain General Education courses to satisfy the major in the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree program. The courses include:

ENC 1101 – English Composition I
ENC 1102 – English Composition II
SPC 2608 – Public Speaking or COM 2000 Introduction to Communications
MAC 1105 – College Algebra
MGF 2106 – Finite Math

Note: In addition to the 38 credit hours required for the General Education, you must take an additional six credit hours of a foreign language as part of your program requirement, if you did not complete your foreign language requirement in High School.

Program Associations

BSA

BUSINESS STUDENT ASSOCIATION

The Business Student Association is a strong business student activity group focused on serving business students’ needs throughout their pursuit of academic excellence. The organization helps business students achieve efficiency and success, at both academic and professional levels.

Purpose:

Organize Business Administration students in a recognizable forum.
Develop career awareness of various business occupations.
Expose the business students to practical workshops and interactions with various corporations.
Provide the students with knowledge of subject content and leadership skills necessary for successful mastery of Business-related courses.
Establish tutorial sessions for business students through cooperative learning.
Enhance relationships with other student organizations.
Enhance identification with business-oriented students.

Mission:

The Edward Waters University Business Student Association strives to establish a link to student learning by providing a forum focused on leadership, networking, education, community awareness and professionalism.

Membership:

The Edward Waters University Business Student Association, as a registered student organization, adheres to the university’s Nondiscrimination Policy. Edward Waters University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity institution. The Edward Waters University Business Student Association provides equal treatment and opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, height, weight, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status except where such distinction is required by law. Additionally, The Edward Waters University Business Student Association prohibits discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

Anti-Hazing Clause

This organization will not initiate, participate in, or be witness to any act that inflicts or intends to inflict physical or mental harm or discomfort or which in any way demean, disgrace, or degrade any person, regardless of location, intent, or consent of participation.

BSA Benefits

Community Service Hours
Career Readiness Skills
Workshops
Professional Connections
Scholarship Opportunities
Academic Tutoring
Special T-Shirt

Joining Criteria

Contact For More Information

Dr. Vincent Jackson

(904) 470-8134

SBD

(SIGMA BETA DELTA) International Honor Society

Mission:

The mission of Sigma Beta Delta is to encourage and recognize scholarship
and accomplishment among students of business, management and
administration, and to encourage and promote aspirations toward personal
and professional improvement and a life distinguished by honorable
service to humankind. Sigma Beta Delta was established to honor students
who have attained superior records in business programs in schools and
colleges with regional accreditation.

Lifetime Membership:

Membership in Sigma Beta Delta is the highest national recognition a business student can receive at a college or university with a Sigma Beta Delta chapter. To be eligible for membership, a business student must rank in the top 20 percent of the junior, senior or graduate class and be invited to membership by the faculty officers.

Benefits:

Lifetime Membership in An International Honor Society
International Network of Business Professionals
Scholarship Opportunities
Membership Certificate and Pin
Advisory Support
Professional Travel
Induction Ceremony
Post-graduation Career Opportunities

Joining Criteria

Contact For More Information

Ms. Zena Foster

zena.foster@ew.edu

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCE DEGREE MAP

Major Requirements

Course Title	Code	Credits
Internet Programming (taken with CGS 2060)	COP 2010	3
Data Structure (taken with ISM 4234)	COP 3530	3
Introduction to Computer Information Systems (taken with CGS 2060)	ISM 3031	3
System Analysis and Design (taken with ISM 3031)	ISM 3113	3
Business Application Development (taken with CGS 2100)	MAN 3230	3
Introduction to Mobile Programming (taken with ISM 3230)	ISM 4053	3
Introduction to Database Management	ISM 4210	3
Communication and Network (taken with ISM 3113)	ISM 4221	3
Object Oriented Programming C++	ISM 4234	3
Calculus 1 w/ Analytical Geometry (taken with MAC 1145 with minimum grade C)	MAC 2311	3
Calculus 2 with Analytical Geometry (Prerequisite: MAC 2311)	MAC 2312	3
Differential Equations	MAP 2302	3
TOTAL MAJOR REQUIREMENTS		36

Concentration Requirements

Course Title	Code	Credits
Data Mining (taken with ISM 4234)	IDC 4113	3
Introduction to Data Analytics (taken with ISM 4234)	IDC 4140	3
Python for Data Analytics (taken with ISM 3230)	IDC 3151	3
Visual Analytics w/ Tableau (taken with COP 3530)	IDC 4523	3
Advanced Accounting (taken with ISM 3230)	IDC 3151	3
Operating Systems (taken with CGS 2060)	COP 4610	3
Computer Science Policy / Strategy	COT 3941	3
Introduction to Information Security (taken with CGS 2060)	ISM 4323	3
Network Management Technology (taken with ISM 3031)	ISM 4321	3
Computer Science Practicum (Seniors)	CIS 4940	6
TOTAL CONCENTRATION REQUIREMENTS		33

Elective Requirements

Course Title	Code	Credits
Choose Six Electives. These must be approved by Academic Advisor	—	18
TOTAL ELECTIVE REQUIREMENTS		18

Total Major Requirements

Requirement Category	Credit Hours
General Education Requirements	38
Computer and Information Science Major Requirements	36
Computer and Information Science Core Concentration Requirements	30
Computer and Information Science Elective Requirements	18
Total Credit Hours for Completion	122