Information Systems for Business – 2025 Curriculum Overview

The Information Systems for Business (ISB) program at Universitas Ciputra Surabaya offers an industry-relevant and future-ready curriculum aligned with technological and entrepreneurial trends. The 2025 curriculum is structured to equip students with technical proficiency, analytical thinking, innovation, and leadership—fostering professionals ready to drive digital transformation across industries.

Dual Pathways: Information Systems for Business & Data Science

Students can choose between two main tracks:

  • IS for Business, focusing on enterprise systems, IT services, and digital business transformation.

  • Data Science, emphasizing machine learning, data mining, and statistical computing for decision-making.

Each path features specialized elective courses that deepen expertise, such as:

  • IS for Business Electives: Cloud Infrastructure Management, IT Service Management, Software Testing & QA

  • Data Science Electives: Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Human-Computer Interaction

Curriculum Highlights

  • Integrated Academic Structure across 8 semesters (Total: ~144 SKS)

  • Balanced core technical courses (e.g., Programming, Networking, Database Systems) and business subjects (e.g., Management, Leadership)

  • Emphasis on entrepreneurial education with courses like Intro to Entrepreneurship & Innovation and Venture Creation & Scaling

  • Robust Empowerment & Internship Programs (Semester VI–VII) with real-world experience in research, community service, internships, or global exchange

  • Capstone Final Project (Semester VIII) supporting various tracks: Scientific Publication, Product Development, Data Analysis, and Extended Internship

Skill Development Pathway

Students build up from foundational knowledge in:

  • Digital Technology and IS Concepts (Semester I)

  • To advanced competencies in:

    • IS Governance

    • IS Project Management

    • IS Analysis and Design

    • Network Security
      Through this scaffolded approach, students learn to architect, analyze, secure, and manage complex IT systems within business environments.

Interdisciplinary & Cross-Program Learning

The curriculum embeds interdisciplinary courses and university-mandated subjects such as Civics, Religion, and Professional Ethics in IT to ensure well-rounded graduates. Cross-department electives promote collaboration across domains and encourage innovation from multiple perspectives.

Electives for Future Specialization

In their final semesters, students select electives based on future industry needs or academic interest, such as:

  • Blockchain

  • Enterprise Architecture

  • Customer Relationship Management

  • Mobile App Programming

  • Big Data & Visualization

  • Recommender Systems

  • Information Systems Security

These courses prepare students for advanced careers or further study in tech-driven sectors.

Career Outcomes

Graduates from the ISB Program are empowered to take on roles such as:

  • Business Systems Analyst

  • Data Analyst

  • ERP Consultant

  • Product Owner

  • IS Project Manager

  • IT Governance Specialist

  • Startup Founder or Tech Entrepreneur

With a strong foundation in technology, business strategy, and entrepreneurship, ISB graduates are ready to innovate and lead in the digital economy.