BS Business Information Management at University of California, Irvine

Programme overview

Rapid technological change and the growing importance of data and analytics have increased demand for graduates who understand both business fundamentals and the practical application of technology. Effective use of technology and analytics in business requires strong software and data management skills, the ability to build analytics for real business problems, and a clear understanding of consumer and client needs. The Business Information Management major is an interdisciplinary program jointly offered by the Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences and the Paul Merage School of Business.

Faculty: Interdisciplinary Studies | Study mode: full-time | Location: Irvine, CA, United States

What you will study

The curriculum combines computing, data analytics, market analysis, and core business coursework, preparing students to connect analytical insights with organizational impact.

Career pathways

Rapid technological change and the growing importance of data and analytics have increased demand for graduates who understand both business fundamentals and the practical application of technology. Graduates are well prepared for careers in business analytics, information systems, consulting, product strategy, and technology-driven innovation, as well as for advanced studies in information manage

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Entry requirements

Applies to admission to the university and this major, not a programme-specific cut-off: Admission into this major is limited. If the number of Business Information Management applicants exceeds the number of positions available, applicants may be subject to screening beyond minimum University of California admissions requirements. Freshmen Applicants: See the Undergraduate Admissions section . Transfer Applicants: See the Undergraduate Admissions section .

Domestic applicants: USD 14,202 a year (2026-27). Undergraduate tuition for California residents entering Fall 2026 (Tuition Stability Plan, held flat for that entering class). Tuition line only; excludes Student Services Fee, campus fees and health insurance. Applies to all undergraduate majors. Nonresi Source

UCI operates on a quarter system (Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer quarters). First-year and transfer applicants apply for Fall entry; the UC Application for fall 2027 admission is open for submission from October 1 to November 30.

UC Application submission period for fall 2027 admission and scholarships: October 1 to November 30 (application opens August 1). Application fee is $80 for domestic applicants and $95 for international and non-immigrant applicants, payable by credit card or by mail; fee waivers are available for up to four campuses for qualified students. UC Irvine does not consider SAT or ACT scores for admission or scholarship purposes.

Dance, B.Mus. and Arts applicants complete an audition/portfolio process, December 1 to January 31; Drama applicants may submit an optional portfolio or audition. Priority deadline for transfer and second baccalaureate applicants to submit the Transfer Academic Update (TAU) is January 31.

Graduate applications are submitted online through the UCI graduate application portal; the non-refundable application fee is $135 for U.S. citizens and lawful U.S. permanent residents and $155 for all other applicants. Deadlines are set by each programme. GRE is required by some programmes only; TOEFL or IELTS English proficiency is required of graduate applicants unless waived.

Apply through the official page: https://uci.edu/admissions/

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