New Computer Science and Business degree launching in spring 2025
The University of Maine is launching a B.S. in Computer Science and Business within the Maine Business School starting in spring 2025.
This first-of-its-kind program across Maine’s public universities combines computing skill with business strategy to prepare students for careers that address challenges brought on by the growing digital economy. It was approved by the University of Maine System Board of Trustees on Monday, Nov. 18 during its regular board meeting.
The program targets the increasing integration of technology in business and aims to equip students to step into high demand roles in Maine and beyond or pursue entrepreneurial careers. Graduates of the program will move into positions such as business analyst, technology consultant or product manager.
Curriculum will focus on how to succeed in data driven, technology enabled environments. Flexibility with course electives will allow students to tailor their learning to specific industry interests. Students will be encouraged to develop critical problem-solving abilities relating to data analysis, artificial intelligence and business operations.
The B.S. in Computer Science and Business exemplifies the university’s commitment to provide quality education through collaboration and strives toward meeting the statewide goal to double the number of degrees awarded in engineering and computing. The program is a direct effort between the Maine Business School and School of Computing and Information Science, which is a joint unit shared by by the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and Maine College of Engineering and Computing.