Undergraduate

Business Management: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Learn skills to apply AI and machine learning in business settings to analyze data, improve decision-making, drive efficiency, and lead effectively in data-driven organizations.

Degree

Bachelor of Science

Location

Online

Courses

25*

Credit

120 hrs.*

Full-time

Varies (Transfer up to 90 credits)

Part-time

Varies (Transfer up to 90 credits)

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College of Professional Studies

The online Bachelor of Science in Business Management: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning option provides a foundation of how AI and machine learning technologies are applied within modern business environments. Students explore how data analysis, pattern recognition, and intelligent systems can support strategic decision-making, operational efficiency, and innovation across organizations.

Grounded in core business management principles, the program prepares working professionals to lead and manage in data-driven, AI-enabled workplaces.

*Number of courses and course credit hours may vary, please reach out to your academic advisor for exact requirements.

College of Professional Studies

What is AI and Machine Learning?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) focus on developing systems that can analyze data, recognize patterns, and support intelligent decision-making. Within the Business Management major, this option emphasizes the applied use of AI and ML technologies to design, implement, and manage intelligent systems that support organizational goals, optimize processes, improve data-driven outcomes, and lead in AI-enabled environments.

Why study AI and Machine Learning at UNH College of Professional Studies?

The BS in Business Management with an Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning option at the UNH College of Professional Studies prepares students to lead in today’s data-driven and technology-enabled organizations. Grounded in core business management principles such as leadership, operations, and strategic decision-making, the option integrates applied artificial intelligence and machine learning concepts as tools managers use to improve performance, efficiency, and innovation. Students learn how AI and ML support business analytics, forecasting, automation, and ethical decision-making across industries. Designed for working adults, the program offers flexible online learning, practical application, and alignment with current workforce needs, allowing students to build on prior education and professional experience while preparing for management roles in an AI-enabled economy.

Potential Career Areas

General Manager
Reporting Analyst
Program Manager
Operations Manager
Data Analyst
Technology Solutions Manager

Curriculum & Requirements

Program Description

The Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management offers students the appropriate breadth and depth of study with a concentration of five courses to pursue other areas of interest in management.

The degree is responsive to the education needs of businesses and includes an appropriate foundation for further graduate study. The outcomes-based program is built upon a foundation of six essential competencies that are integrated throughout the curriculum: critical thinking, effective oral and written communication, applied quantitative analysis, managing in a global environment, ethical practice, and leadership.

Degree Plan

This degree plan is a sample and does not reflect the impact of transfer credit or current course offerings. UNH CPS Online undergraduate students should develop individual academic plans with their academic advisor during their first year at UNH.

Sample Course Sequence

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
Fall		Credits
APST 405	Career Development and Planning	2
CMPL 402	Excel	2
ENG 420	The Writing Process	4
MTH 402	Math for Our World	4
General Education Course		4
	Credits	16
Spring
COM 460	Interpersonal Communication and Group Dynamics	4
CRIT 501	Introduction to Critical Inquiry	4
MGMT 410	Principles of Management	4
Elective		4
	Credits	16
Second Year
Fall
COM 480	Visual Communication	4
MTH 504	Statistics	4
ECO 470 or HRM 420 or MKT 510 or CMPL 643 or MGMT 625 or OPS 600	Principles of Economics or Human Resource Management or Principles of Marketing or Managing Information Technology or Legal and Ethical Issues in Business Management or Operations Management	4
General Education Course		4
	Credits	16
Spring
ACCT 532 or MGMT 569	Financial Accounting or Budget Management	4
HRM 420 or ECO 470 or MKT 510 or CMPL 643 or MGMT 625 or OPS 600	Human Resource Management or Principles of Economics or Principles of Marketing or Managing Information Technology or Legal and Ethical Issues in Business Management or Operations Management	4
Elective		4
CMPL 570	Foundations of AI: A Business Perspective	4
	Credits	16
Third Year
Fall
CRIT 602	Advanced Critical Analysis and Strategic Thinking	4
CMPL 643 or ECO 470 or HRM 420 or MKT 510 or MGMT 625 or OPS 600	Managing Information Technology or Principles of Economics or Human Resource Management or Principles of Marketing or Legal and Ethical Issues in Business Management or Operations Management	4
CMPL 572	Foundations of Machine Learning	4
Elective		4
	Credits	16
Spring
General Education Course		4
CMPL 610	Artificial Intelligence for Information Technology Professionals	4
CMPL 618	Mathematics for AI and Machine Learning	4
Elective		4
	Credits	16
Fourth Year
Fall
IDIS 601A or IDIS 601B or IDIS 601C	Interdisciplinary Seminar: Being Happy or Interdisciplinary Seminar: Business of Beer or Interdisciplinary Seminar: Paranormal Activities	4
CMPL 750	Programming for AI with Python	4
Elective		4
Elective		4
	Credits	16
Spring
MGMT 795 or MGMT 797 or MGMT 798	Integrative Capstone: Industry-Based Internship or Integrative Capstone: Industry-Based Project or Integrative Capstone: Strategic Management Experience	4
Elective		4
	Credits	8
	Total Credits	120

Requirements for the Program

Degree Requirements

Minimum Credit Requirement: 120 credits

Minimum Residency Requirement: 30 credits must be taken at UNH

Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0 is required for conferral*

Core Curriculum Required: General Education Program

Major, Option and Elective Requirements as indicated.

*GPA: Major and any state certification GPA requirements may be higher and are indicated in program details.

A minimum grade of C- is required in all Major coursework. Some programs may have higher grade requirements for Major coursework as noted in the Major requirements section below. Students are allowed a maximum of two course overlaps. Overlaps can be used between Major, Minor, and General Education requirements with only 8 credits overlapped between the Major and Minor. Please note that Option requirements are considered part of the Major. Students must complete 16 upper-level credits in majors within the College of Professional Studies, Online.

General Education Program Requirements

A minimum grade of D- is required in all General Education coursework. Students are allowed a maximum of two course overlaps. Overlaps can be used between Major, Minor and General Education requirements with only 8 credits overlapped between the Major and Minor.

All General Education requirements must be taken prior to the capstone.

Course List
Code	Title	Credits
ENG 420	The Writing Process	4
COM 460	Interpersonal Communication and Group Dynamics	4
COM 480	Visual Communication	4
CRIT 501	Introduction to Critical Inquiry	4
Select one of the following:		4
MTH 402	Math for Our World
MTH 504	Statistics
MTH 510	Pre-Calculus
Knowledge of Human Behavior & Social Systems		4
Knowledge of the Physical & Natural World		4
Knowledge of Human Thought & Expression		4
CRIT 602	Advanced Critical Analysis and Strategic Thinking	4
IDIS 601A	Interdisciplinary Seminar: Being Happy	4
or IDIS 601B	Interdisciplinary Seminar: Business of Beer
or IDIS 601C	Interdisciplinary Seminar: Paranormal Activities
Total Credits		40

Writing Program Requirements

All bachelor's degree candidates are required to complete four writing intensive courses as part of the University Writing Program Requirements as follows:

Course List
Code	Title	Credits
ENG 420	The Writing Process
One Writing Intensive course in the Major
One Writing Intensive course at the 600-level or above
One Additional Writing Intensive Course

Writing Intensive courses are identified with the label "Writing Intensive Course" in the "Attributes" section of the course description and/or a W following the course number.

Major Requirements

Prior to capstone enrollment, students are expected to complete all General Education program requirements. Students should consult with their advisor regarding specific major courses that may be completed with their capstone. Refer to the Degree Plan for a sample course sequence. Academic Advisor approval is required for registration to be processed.

Course List
Code	Title	Credits
Major in Business Management
Foundational Courses
APST 405	Career Development and Planning	2
CMPL 402	Excel	2
MGMT 410	Principles of Management	4
MTH 504	Statistics	4
Intermediate Courses
ACCT 532	Financial Accounting	4
or MGMT 569	Budget Management
Advanced Courses
Select three of the following:		12
CMPL 643	Managing Information Technology
ECO 470	Principles of Economics
HRM 420	Human Resource Management
MGMT 625	Legal and Ethical Issues in Business Management
MKT 510	Principles of Marketing
OPS 600	Operations Management
Option in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
CMPL 570	Foundations of AI: A Business Perspective	4
CMPL 572	Foundations of Machine Learning	4
CMPL 610	Artificial Intelligence for Information Technology Professionals	4
CMPL 618	Mathematics for AI and Machine Learning	4
CMPL 750	Programming for AI with Python	4
Integrative Capstone
MGMT 795	Integrative Capstone: Industry-Based Internship	4
or MGMT 797	Integrative Capstone: Industry-Based Project
or MGMT 798	Integrative Capstone: Strategic Management Experience
Total Credits		52

Electives

Open electives are courses students will need to take in addition to their general education and major requirements in order to satisfy the remaining credit totals for their programs. Open electives are defined as any credit course offered by the College not already included in the student's general education, major, option or minor. Students will need 120 credits total to graduate with a bachelor's degree from the Online Division of the College of Professional Studies.

Student Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Apply business management theories related to production and operations, organizational behavior, human resource management, and leadership throughout various functional areas of organizations.
Communicate organizational information effectively across an organization through the use of information systems, to a broad spectrum of audiences and in a variety of business situations.
Apply quantitative tools and information systems in business analysis and decision-making.
Critically analyze, research and articulate organizational strengths and weaknesses in areas such as competitive advantage, operations, human resources, marketing, financial and strategic positioning.
Make legal and ethical individual and business decisions based on legalities, evaluation of business sustainability (environmental, socio/cultural, economic, institutional) and ethical practice.
Manage and lead to enhance the effectiveness of individuals, teams, and business organizations in a global environment.
Design intelligent systems that solve real world problems through the use of artificial intelligence, machine learning principles, algorithm development, model training and evaluation, ethical considerations, data handling, and deployment strategies.

Course Highlights

Principles of Management
Foundations of AI: A Business Perspective
Foundations of Machine Learning
Advanced Critical Analysis and Strategic Thinking
Artificial Intelligence for Information Technology Professionals
…and more!

Key Benefits of UNH CPS Online

Advantages

100% online courses – Learn from anywhere with flexible scheduling.
8-week terms – Move toward your goals faster.
Affordable tuition – Among the lowest in New England and nationwide.
Nationally ranked – Best Online Bachelor’s Programs and Best Online Bachelor’s for Veterans by U.S. News & World Report.
Regionally accredited – By the New England Commission on Higher Education (NECHE).
Generous transfer credit policy – About 89% of our students transfer in; we specialize in maximizing your previous college coursework and other college-level learning.
Credit for prior learning – Earn credit for relevant work experience, military training, and other learning outside the classroom.
Rolling admissions – Apply anytime and start in the term that works for you.
No GMAT or GRE required – Streamlined admissions process.
Expert faculty – Instructors are subject matter experts who share real-world experience to help you apply what you learn to your career goals.
Career advising for life – Available to all students, alumni, and even prospective students exploring their options.
Proud member of ACBSP

Transfer Pathway

Whether you completed your associate degree or took a few courses, we have experience working with community college students nationwide and we are experts at maximizing your transfer credits. We are proud of our formal partnerships to support community college graduates through our Transfer Pathways.

Students pursuing an associate degree at a New Hampshire community college are encouraged to explore our Transfer Pathway below.

B.S. Business Management CCSNH Transfer Pathway

Admissions Requirements

Completion of our free, online application for admission
High school diploma, completion of a high school education in a homeschool setting under state law, or demonstrate high school equivalency.
- Successful completion of one of the following exams will be required for demonstrating high school equivalency: the GED, HiSET, or TASC

Credit for What you Know

Your Prior Learning Counts

Many of our students can demonstrate college-level knowledge gained from military, workplace and volunteer-based training, and experiences. We are experts at helping students demonstrate learning and earning academic credit.

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