Information Systems Science as a minor

The subject Information Systems Science can be studied as a minor at Hanken. Within Information Systems Science, we offer courses that are intended to support studies and skills in the various major subjects at Hanken by providing the students business-oriented technical competence with modern tools.

What is Information Systems Science?

You can study Information Systems Science as a minor subject. It focuses on the intersections between organizations and technology where many important developments in business and society are taking place. You’ll find that the field is both theoretical and practical, offering skills that you can apply directly in professional contexts. In your studies, you’ll take a holistic perspective: technology won’t be treated merely as a tool, but as an enabler of business strategy, innovation, and organizational culture.

Take courses designed to complement your major

The courses in Information Systems Science are designed to complement your major subject by providing business-oriented technical competence using modern tools. You don’t need any prior knowledge to participate in these courses. We offer both introductory and advanced courses, making the subject suitable for you regardless of your level or major.

Develop skills in Excel, project management, and programming

Some of the most attended courses include Basic and Advanced Excel, as well as a course in Project Management. These offer foundational knowledge that is widely applicable across industries. If you're interested in data and programming, you can follow a structured study path in Business Analytics, where several courses build on one another to help you develop skills in programming and data analysis. You’ll be introduced to programming languages such as Python and R from the basics and guided in building programs and managing data in more advanced ways to support business operations.

Use previous studies toward your degree

If you’ve taken courses in Information Systems Science at other universities (for example, the Finnish Institute of Technology (FITECH) you can often count them towards your degree or minor at Hanken, subject to approval.