Applied Business and Information Technology
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Program Overview
Bachelor of Applied Science / 121 credits (4 year program) / 60 credits (upper division Transfer)
The BAS in Applied Business and Information Technology (ABIT) program presents an exceptional opportunity for those looking to enhance their business acumen and technology expertise. This innovative hybrid degree equips students with vital business, entrepreneurship, and technology skills, making them well-prepared for a dynamic job market. Graduates from the ABIT program are poised to excel—many successfully enter graduate school, launch their own startups, or secure rewarding positions in organizations of all sizes.
You can complete this comprehensive program within four years, consisting of eight full-time semesters. If you hold an associate degree, you can seamlessly transition into the program's upper division and finish your ABIT BAS in just four semesters, earning 60 credits through a traditional 16-week semester format. Seize the chance to advance your career and make your mark in the business world through the ABIT program!
Ready to jumpstart a business, build new skills, or advance your career?
What is Your Passion?
If your passion lies in the following, the ABIT program is for you!
- Technology Entrepreneurship
- Information Technology Services
- Cybersecurity
- Project Management
- Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning
View or download the ABIT marketing PDF flyer here!
Welcome, Transfer Students!
ABIT is excited to welcome transfer students who have successfully completed their associate degree! You have the unique opportunity to earn your baccalaureate degree entirely online, providing you with flexibility and convenience.
**To enroll in the upper division ABIT program, here’s what you need to know:**
1. Ensure you have completed your associate degree from an accredited university program.
2. You will need to complete the following five "transfer" courses before graduating from the ABIT program:
- Information Technology: ICS 110 or 111
- Accounting: ACC 202
- English: ENG 200, 209, 210, or 225
- Business: BUS 120
- Math: MATH 115
3. Many students have already taken some of these "transfer" courses during their associate degree. You can fulfill any remaining requirements through general electives!
4. The upper-division program consists of 60 credits, which include 15 required upper-division courses (300-400 level) and five general electives (100-400 level).
5. For personalized assistance, contact ABIT Counselor Linda Fujitani at 808.984.3226 or via email at lkfujita@hawaii.edu.
Take the next step in your educational journey with us at ABIT, where your future awaits!
Certifications!
ABIT actively promotes certificates and micro-credentials that complement the learning outcomes of the ABIT BAS program. Students can earn certificates from UHMC, badges, and other online certificates that can be uploaded to LinkedIn.
UH Maui College—Certificate of Completion of Cybersecurity Studies from NSA and DHS—The ABIT program offers this certificate upon BAS graduation. The pathway for the NSA CAE CDE includes the following six courses. More details about cybersecurity are available at the UHMC Cybersecurity site.
- ICS 169 – Introduction to Information Security (3 credits)
- ICS 320 – Introduction to Information Systems and E-Commerce (3 credits)
- ICS 360 – Database Design and Development (3 credits)
- ICS 385 – Web Development and Administration (3 credits)
- ICS 418 – Systems Analysis and Design (3 credits)
- BUS 495 - ABIT Capstone I (3 credits)
External Vendors - the following courses are aligned with popular industry certificates.
- ICS 169 - Cybersecurity Certificate from Google
- ICS 184 - Network+ Certification from CompTIA
- ICS 171 - Security+ Certification from CompTIA
- MKT 300 - Digital Marketing & E-Commerce Career Certificate from Google
- ICS 320 - IT Support Career Certificate from Google
- ICS 385 - UX Design Career Certificate from Google
- ICS 360 -Data Analytics Career Certificate from Google
- ICS 418 - Project Management Career Certificate from Google
Success Stories
Outlook
Careers & Education after taking this program:
ABIT graduates go on to pursue graduate degrees or careers in the technology industry.
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master’s in Human Resources Management (MHRM)
- Master of Education in Teaching (MEdT)
- Master’s in Computer Science (MSCS)
- Master’s in Information Technology (MSIT)
Jobs and Salaries
Fastest-Growing JObs for the next decade
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the coronavirus pandemic has increased the demand for STEM jobs and remote positions that depend on math and science skills. Here are the top 10 fastest-growing jobs for the next decade.
| Job | Projected Growth Rate | Median Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Statisticians | 35.40% | $92,270 |
| Information security analysts | 33.30% | $103,590 |
| Data scientists and mathematical science occupations | 31.40% | $98,230 |
| Epidemiologists | 29.60% | $74,560 |
| Operations research analysts | 24.60% | $86,200 |
| Actuaries | 24.50% | $111,030 |
| Software developers and software quality assurance analysts, testers | 22.20% | $110,140 |
| Computer and information research scientists | 21.90% | $126,830 |
| Medical scientists (except epidemiologists) | 16.90% | $91,510 |
| Forensic science technicians | 15.60% | $60,590 |
SALARY REPORT
This chart shows the expected median annual salary for a Business Analyst position in Hawaii.
Business Analyst Low Salary: $50,000 per year
Business Analyst Average Salary: $68,346 per year
Business Analyst High Salary: $93,000 per year
Source: Glassdoor
What Does it Cost?
Compare Tuition
UH Maui College: Upper Division (12 credits) – $3,672; Lower Division (12 credits) – $1,572
UH Hilo / West Oahu: $3,672
UH Manoa: $5,544
Source: http://www.catalog.hawaii.edu/tuitionfees/regtuition.htm
Western Undergraduate Program
Students enrolled in the Western Undergraduate Exchange pay 1.5 times the rate of in-state tuition.
Take The Next Step!
Request more information about this program or contact:
Dr. Debasis Bhattacharya, JD, DBA Professor
Program Coordinator
Phone: 808 984 3619
Email: debasisb@hawaii.edu
LinkedIn: debasisbhattacharya
Linda Fujitani
ABIT Counselor
Phone: 808 984 3226
Fax: 808 984 3872
Appointments: 808 984 3306
Email: lkfujita@hawaii.edu
Program Articulations
Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) - ABIT and KapCC
Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) - ABIT and LeeCC
Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) - ABIT and HonCC
Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) - ABIT and HawCC
Course Schedules
View a month-by-month schedule of courses, as well as descriptions for each.
Scholarships
View our current scholarship opportunities. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Develop effective business plans and strategies using essential business functions such as marketing, management, accounting, and statistics.
- Design prototypes using current business technology for e-commerce, web programming, databases, systems analysis, and project management.
- Create minimum viable products or services for a feasible business venture through entrepreneurship and technology skills.
- Demonstrate business ethics, value, and integrity through teamwork and leadership.