Business Analytics & Information Systems Department

We live in a data-rich society. But, that data is only useful when it is organized, analyzed and evaluated.

Businesses are constantly seeking to improve performance and decision-making in the face of rapid technological change. And, they rely on data to provide the answer,

Our Information Systems & Business Analytics Department and its expert faculty will guide you in developing critical industry skills to help you stand out as a leader.

With a focus on ethical business practices and critical thinking, you will be prepared to make a meaningful contribution to this exciting, growing industry.

Mission, Vision & Core Values

Mission

The LaPenta School of Business provides students with a high-value business education through its accomplished and caring faculty, dedicated alumni, and advantageous location in the New York City metropolitan area with its abundance of learning and career opportunities. We pride ourselves on developing highly competent, global-minded, and entrepreneurial business leaders with a strong ethical and social commitment.

Vision and Core Values

We deliver an enriching, personalized educational experience that helps each student unlock opportunities and make a difference.

We are guided by the following Core Values:

  • Serve our students and other stakeholders through outstanding teaching, research, and experiential learning activities.
  • Expand access to business education by ensuring affordability, supporting student success, and adopting innovative delivery methods.
  • Promote respect for others and their contributions in order to prepare students for success in a diverse and dynamic global business environment.
  • Encourage intellectual curiosity and the pursuit of new ideas and creative solutions to business problems to serve the needs of our stakeholders and society in general.
  • Build partnerships and collaborate with alumni, industry, and the community to improve business education and practice for the benefit of our students and the development of our communities.
  • Embrace transparency, accountability, and compliance with professional standards to maintain a learning environment of mutual trust and support.

Contact Us

Business Analytics & Information Systems Department

Heechang Shin, Ph.D.
Department Chair

(914) 633-2065
hshin@iona.edu
LaPenta School of Business, 438

A student works in the computer lab and smiles.