Bachelor of Arts in Faith-Based Data Analytics, Specialization in Data-Driven Decision Making

Degree abbreviation

B.A. in Faith-Based Data Analytics

Total program length

120 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Four academic years

General education

36 credit hours

Professional application courses

15 credit hours

Capstone requirement

6 credit hours

Academic unit

HBIU College of Computer Science

Total credits

120

Duration

4 years

• Analyze complex organizational data sets using advanced statistical tools to identify meaningful trends and patterns.
• Evaluate the ethical implications of data collection and application within the context of Christian social responsibility.
• Design sophisticated data visualization dashboards to communicate strategic insights effectively to diverse stakeholders.
• Integrate principles of biblical stewardship into the management of institutional information resources.
• Apply predictive modeling techniques to improve service delivery and community engagement strategies.
• Demonstrate servant leadership through collaborative, data-driven team projects.
• Develop strategic decision-making frameworks that align with the specific mission and vision of nonprofit entities.
• Course Outline
• Semester 1 — Year 1
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• MAT101
• Foundations of Statistical Analysis
• 4
• None
• ENG101
• Academic Writing and Rhetoric
• 3
• None
• PHI110
• Foundations of Ethical Decision Making
• 3
• None
• BUS105
• Principles of Management
• 3
• None
• MAT101 — Foundations of Statistical Analysis: An introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics with an emphasis on data interpretation. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• ENG101 — Academic Writing and Rhetoric: Focuses on developing clear, professional writing skills for organizational reporting. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• PHI110 — Foundations of Ethical Decision Making: This course examines fundamental moral theories and frameworks to analyze complex professional and personal dilemmas. Students apply ethical reasoning to real-world scenarios within organizational structures. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• BUS105 — Principles of Management: Surveys foundational theories of organizational leadership and stewardship. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 2 — Year 1
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• COM120
• Data Visualization and Communication
• 4
• MAT101
• RES150
• Research Methods for Social Impact
• 3
• None
• HIS120
• History of Social Reform Movements
• 3
• None
• EDU110
• Introduction to Servant Leadership
• 3
• None
• COM120 — Data Visualization and Communication: Explores techniques for creating impactful visual narratives from raw data. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• RES150 — Research Methods for Social Impact: Provides the tools for conducting rigorous qualitative and quantitative inquiries. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• HIS120 — History of Social Reform Movements: Analyzes historical efforts to influence societal change through community engagement. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• EDU110 — Introduction to Servant Leadership: Introduces the philosophy of leadership as service toward others. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 3 — Year 2
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• BUS205
• Database Management Systems
• 4
• MAT101
• SOC210
• Community Sociology
• 3
• None
• MGT220
• Financial Stewardship for Nonprofits
• 3
• BUS105
• PSY200
• Group Dynamics and Behavioral Science
• 3
• None
• BUS205 — Database Management Systems: Introduces structural design and management of relational databases. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• SOC210 — Community Sociology: Studies the dynamics of community structures and social interaction. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MGT220 — Financial Stewardship for Nonprofits: Focuses on budget management and ethical resource allocation. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• PSY200 — Group Dynamics and Behavioral Science: Analyzes behavior in team environments to improve collaborative effectiveness. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 4 — Year 2
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• BUS250
• Data Analytics Programming
• 4
• BUS205
• PSY230
• Personal Development and Emotional Intelligence
• 3
• CHR110
• ENG250
• Technical Communication
• 3
• ENG101
• COM260
• Intercultural Communication
• 3
• None
• BUS250 — Data Analytics Programming: Covers programming fundamentals for data processing and analysis. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• PSY230 — Personal Development and Emotional Intelligence: This course explores the principles of self-awareness, personal growth, and interpersonal competence within a professional context. It focuses on the psychological foundations of character development and leadership effectiveness. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• ENG250 — Technical Communication: Refines the ability to write reports, grants, and strategic documents. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• COM260 — Intercultural Communication: Provides skills for working within diverse organizational landscapes. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 5 — Year 3
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• BUS310
• Predictive Modeling and Forecasting
• 4
• BUS250
• MGT330
• Strategic Planning for Service Organizations
• 3
• BUS105
• SOC340
• Public Policy and Community Advocacy
• 3
• SOC210
• RES350
• Ethics in Information Technology
• 3
• CHR110
• BUS310 — Predictive Modeling and Forecasting: Uses statistical algorithms to forecast organizational outcomes and needs. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MGT330 — Strategic Planning for Service Organizations: Applies management theory to long-term mission-focused planning. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• SOC340 — Public Policy and Community Advocacy: Examines how data informs the development of advocacy initiatives. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• RES350 — Ethics in Information Technology: Discusses the moral obligations of managing sensitive institutional information. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 6 — Year 3
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• BUS360
• Advanced Data Analytics Workshop
• 4
• BUS310
• MGT370
• Operations and Systems Improvement
• 3
• MGT330
• PSY380
• Organizational Psychology
• 3
• PSY200
• HUM390
• Culture and Human Flourishing
• 3
• None
• BUS360 — Advanced Data Analytics Workshop: Deepens technical skills in software and modeling for complex projects. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MGT370 — Operations and Systems Improvement: Examines process optimization to enhance organizational efficacy. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• PSY380 — Organizational Psychology: Explores the psychological foundations of leadership and human performance. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• HUM390 — Culture and Human Flourishing: Investigates the role of institutions in fostering community well-being. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 7 — Year 4
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• BUS410
• Decision Support Systems
• 4
• BUS360
• MGT420
• Change Management
• 3
• MGT330
• EDU430
• Professional Ethics and Integrity
• 3
• CHR230
• ELECTIVE1
• Directed Elective I
• 3
• None
• BUS410 — Decision Support Systems: Focuses on designing tools that assist leadership in data-driven decision-making. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MGT420 — Change Management: Analyzes strategies for leading organizations through transformative periods. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• EDU430 — Professional Ethics and Integrity: Integrates faith and professional practice in high-stakes environments. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• ELECTIVE1 — Directed Elective I: An opportunity for students to tailor their focus to their specific area of interest. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• Semester 8 — Year 4
• Code
• Title
• Credits
• Prerequisites
• CAP490
• Senior Capstone Project
• 4
• All Core Courses
• BUS450
• Data Governance and Security
• 3
• BUS205
• MGT480
• Global Leadership and Stewardship
• 3
• MGT330
• ELECTIVE2
• Directed Elective II
• 3
• None
• CAP490 — Senior Capstone Project: An integrative project applying data analytics to real-world organizational challenges. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• BUS450 — Data Governance and Security: Covers policies for protecting institutional and client data. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• MGT480 — Global Leadership and Stewardship: Examines the responsibility of leadership in a global context. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
• ELECTIVE2 — Directed Elective II: An opportunity for students to further expand their professional skill set. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Applicants must provide official transcripts from an accredited secondary institution demonstrating the successful completion of a high school diploma or equivalent, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Prospective students are required to submit an essay reflecting on their commitment to ethical service, personal character development, and their intent to serve community-focused organizations. Proficiency in algebra is highly encouraged to ensure success in the foundational quantitative courses of the program. Senior Capstone Project The Senior Capstone Project serves as the culminating academic experience, requiring students to synthesize their technical data analytics skills with their commitment to institutional stewardship. Students are expected to partner with a real-world, faith-based or nonprofit organization to identify a genuine operational challenge, collect relevant data, and propose a strategy rooted in ethical reasoning and organizational mission effectiveness. This project represents 4 credit hours of the degree and requires a comprehensive final report and presentation. Beyond technical demonstration, the capstone provides a platform for students to reflect on the intersection of their professional data practice and their spiritual formation. The project deliverables must explicitly address how the proposed data-driven solution honors the integrity of the organization’s mission, demonstrates transparent stewardship of resources, and embodies the principles of servant leadership. Success is measured not only by analytical rigor but by the student's ability to articulate how their work fosters long-term institutional health and community impact.

• To qualify for graduation, students must complete the full 120-credit hour curriculum with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0. All core analytics courses must be passed with a C or better. Candidates must also demonstrate satisfactory completion of the Senior Capstone Project, which is evaluated for both its academic soundness and its alignment with the institution’s values of integrity, service, and excellence.
• In addition to academic benchmarks, students are expected to show evidence of spiritual maturity and commitment to community service. This includes mandatory participation in university-sponsored chapel services, completion of specified spiritual formation workshops, and documented engagement in community service activities. These requirements ensure that graduates leave the institution prepared to integrate their intellectual expertise with a compassionate, faith-informed character that serves as a witness to their professional integrity.
• Career Opportunities
• Nonprofit Data Strategist
• Faith-Based Organizational Analyst
• Community Impact Coordinator
• Development and Stewardship Researcher
• Operations Manager for Service Organizations
• Data-Driven Program Evaluator
• Social Responsibility Consultant
• Important Notices
• The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
• HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
• HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
• Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
• The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
• Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
• Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
• This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
• Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
• Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
• Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
• Degree abbreviation | B.A. in Faith-Based Data Analytics
• Total program length | 120 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Four academic years
• General education | 36 credit hours
• Faith-Based Data Analytics core | 63 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 15 credit hours
• Capstone requirement | 6 credit hours
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• MAT101 | Foundations of Statistical Analysis | 4 | None
• ENG101 | Academic Writing and Rhetoric | 3 | None
• PHI110 | Foundations of Ethical Decision Making | 3 | None
• BUS105 | Principles of Management | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• COM120 | Data Visualization and Communication | 4 | MAT101
• RES150 | Research Methods for Social Impact | 3 | None
• HIS120 | History of Social Reform Movements | 3 | None
• EDU110 | Introduction to Servant Leadership | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS205 | Database Management Systems | 4 | MAT101
• SOC210 | Community Sociology | 3 | None
• MGT220 | Financial Stewardship for Nonprofits | 3 | BUS105
• PSY200 | Group Dynamics and Behavioral Science | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS250 | Data Analytics Programming | 4 | BUS205
• PSY230 | Personal Development and Emotional Intelligence | 3 | CHR110
• ENG250 | Technical Communication | 3 | ENG101
• COM260 | Intercultural Communication | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS310 | Predictive Modeling and Forecasting | 4 | BUS250
• MGT330 | Strategic Planning for Service Organizations | 3 | BUS105
• SOC340 | Public Policy and Community Advocacy | 3 | SOC210
• RES350 | Ethics in Information Technology | 3 | CHR110
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS360 | Advanced Data Analytics Workshop | 4 | BUS310
• MGT370 | Operations and Systems Improvement | 3 | MGT330
• PSY380 | Organizational Psychology | 3 | PSY200
• HUM390 | Culture and Human Flourishing | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS410 | Decision Support Systems | 4 | BUS360
• MGT420 | Change Management | 3 | MGT330
• EDU430 | Professional Ethics and Integrity | 3 | CHR230
• ELECTIVE1 | Directed Elective I | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CAP490 | Senior Capstone Project | 4 | All Core Courses
• BUS450 | Data Governance and Security | 3 | BUS205
• MGT480 | Global Leadership and Stewardship | 3 | MGT330
• ELECTIVE2 | Directed Elective II | 3 | None