About the Sponsor:
The UNT Information Technology and Decision Sciences (ITDS) department prepares the next generation of business and technology leaders to succeed in the fast-changing world of artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and data-driven decision making. Our faculty engage in cutting-edge research on Artificial Intelligence, Digital Platforms, Information Security and Privacy, IT Management and Strategy, Supply Chain Optimization, Healthcare Optimization and Analytics, and other areas. The department offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees in information systems and business analytics, as well as Ph.D. concentrations in Information Systems, Management Science, and Information Assurance. The department is a part of the G. Brint Ryan College of Business, which is the choice of over 9,000 students and one of the largest business schools in the nation. Since 1961, it has been continuously accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business — a hallmark of the world’s best business schools. The Ryan College of Business is a leader in business education, preparing students to excel in a global economy. With a commitment to innovation, experiential learning, and industry engagement, the college offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across disciplines such as accounting, finance, marketing, supply chain management, and entrepreneurship. Graduates of the Ryan College of Business become part of a powerful network of more than 40,000 alumni, including over 700 who have risen to roles as CEOs or presidents of organizations. The University of North Texas is one of the largest public tier-one research universities in the United States, located in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area.