Information Systems and Business Analytics
WELCOME
We are a multi-disciplinary department comprising the areas of Information Systems and Business Analytics. Programs in our department include undergraduate degrees in Computer Information Systems (CIS) and Business Analytics, Graduate Degrees and a Certificate in Business Analytics and a Ph.D. concentration in Information Systems. We also offer a minor in CIS.
Our curriculum provides you with a solid theoretical foundation in your chosen major or minor, as well as exposure to practical applications in your area of study. As such, internship experience is strongly encouraged.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
The STEM Advantage
Gain the ultimate "bilingual" edge. As a STEM-designated business program, we teach you to speak both code and commerce—a skill set that is essential in a fast-paced digital economy. Plus, our STEM status gives you access to more funding, such as the Choose Ohio First Scholarship.
Curriculum that Provides Real-World Experience
Forget just reading textbooks. You’ll dive into hands-on, industry-led projects focusing on AI integration and digital transformation. You’ll solve complex IS and BA problems in a collaborative team environment, gaining the project management skills—and the professional connections—needed to launch your career.
Acclaimed Experts who Care
Learn from the best. Our faculty includes four of the world’s most-cited scientists (as recognized by Stanford University), but they are more than just researchers. They are accessible mentors who take pride in your individual progress and are dedicated to seeing you thrive.
A Supportive Community
Your success is our mission. From personalized help via our teaching assistants to our annual IT/CIS Expo, we connect you with the resources and employers you need. We are here to support your success.
B.B.A. in Business Analytics
B.B.A. in CIS
Minor in CIS
M.S. in Accounting, Business Technology & Analytics
M.S. in Business Analytics (In-Person)
M.S. in Business Analytics (Online)
Business Analytics Certificate
Ph.D. in Information Systems
FACULTY RESEARCH
Research Areas
Faculty in the Information Systems and Business Analytics (ISBA) department conduct interdisciplinary research examining how digital technologies, artificial intelligence, and analytics transform organizations and society. Their work addresses topics such as digital transformation, AI-enabled decision systems, cybersecurity behavior, technology adoption, and supply chain analytics. Several faculty members lead research initiatives in these areas. For example:
- Dr. Pratim Datta studies cybersecurity, business analytics, and data-driven decision systems, focusing on how organizations leverage analytics to strengthen digital security and operational performance.
- Dr. Justice Akpan investigates digital innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology adoption in organizations and emerging markets.
- Dr. Jose Benitez examines how firms leverage digital technologies and IT capabilities to drive digital transformation, innovation, and organizational performance.
- Dr. Rouzbeh Razavi focuses on artificial intelligence and machine learning applications for intelligent decision systems and predictive analytics.
Together, these research programs reflect the department’s commitment to advancing knowledge at the intersection of technology, analytics, and business strategy.
Research Awards and Scholarly Recognition
ISBA faculty publish in leading journals across information systems, analytics, and related business disciplines. Recent work appears in premier outlets such as MIS Quarterly, Information Systems Research, Journal of Management Information Systems, Journal of the Association for Information Systems, European Journal of Information Systems, Information Systems Journal, Information & Management, and Decision Support Systems, as well as journals in related areas including Journal of Operations Management, Production and Operations Management, and Journal of International Business Studies.
Faculty have also received professional recognition through research awards, editorial leadership roles, and inclusion in the Stanford–Elsevier Top 2% Scientists Worldwide list.
Learn More | KSU Faculty Among Top 2%
Industry Contributions and Real-World Impact
ISBA faculty maintain strong connections with industry through applied research, analytics projects, and executive education initiatives. Their work addresses practical challenges such as AI adoption, cybersecurity training effectiveness, supply chain resilience, smart city logistics, and data-driven decision-making.
Through collaborations with organizations across sectors—including healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and technology—faculty research helps translate academic insights into practical solutions that support innovation and responsible technology adoption.
Meet the Information Systems & Business Analytics Department Faculty and Staff
CONTACT US
Wei Li, Ph.D.
Department Chair for Accounting | Department Chair for Information Systems and Business Analytics | Associate Professor
wli2@kent.edu
330-672-1125
TERRI HARMON
Administrative Assistant
330-672-1140
tharmon6@kent.edu
INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND BUSINESS ANALYTICS OFFICE
Phone: 330-672-4750
402 Crawford Hall
MAILING ADDRESS
Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship
P.O. Box 5190
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Kent, OH 44242