Business – Information Security (BA)

Arizona State University’s Bachelor of Arts in business with a concentration in information security provides you with the in-demand skills for securing, organizing and managing a business’s private information. Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared to lead businesses in managing their digital assets, preventing cyberthreats and understanding privacy regulations.

Quick facts
Next start date: 07/02/2025
Total classes: 40
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 120

Business and information security courses

Throughout this information security degree concentration, you’ll complete courses in finance, statistics, calculus, business data concepts and analytics. You’ll gain an understanding of business data analysis, the principles of privacy, computer and data forensics and more important related skills.

SCM 300: Global Supply Operations (SUST)

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ACO 330: Computer Networks

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CIS 235: Introduction to Information Systems, Analytics and AI in Business

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CIS 325: Fundamental Techniques for Business Data Analytics

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CIS 360: Business Database Concepts

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CIS 401: Managing Cyber Risks in Enterprise Business Processes

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CIS 402: Privacy, Ethics and Compliance Issues

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FOR 350: Computer Forensics

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Careers in information security

Upon completion of this business information security program, you’ll be prepared to assist businesses in keeping their private information safe  with a variety of career opportunities in the field. Career examples include, but aren’t limited to:

Business Intelligence Analysts

Growth: 35.2%
Salary: $103,500

Credit Analysts

Growth: -4.3%
Salary: $78,850

Data Warehousing Specialists

Growth: 10.0%
Salary: $134,870

General and Operations Managers

Growth: 4.2%
Salary: $98,100

Information Security Analysts

Growth: 31.5%
Salary: $112,000

Logistics Analysts

Growth: 18.3%
Salary: $77,520

Logisticians

Growth: 18.3%
Salary: $77,520

Operations Research Analysts

Growth: 22.5%
Salary: $85,720