The Asian Institute of Management (AIM) and the University of Houston’s (UH) C.T. Bauer College of Business formally signed a Memorandum of Agreement for the first-of-its-kind double degree undergraduate program in the Philippines. Enrolled students will get a Bachelor of Science in Data Science and Business Administration (BSc in DSBA) from AIM and a Bachelor of Business Administration Major in Management Information Systems (BBA in MIS) from UH. AIM President and Dean, Dr. Jikyeong Kang, and UH’s C. T. Bauer College of Business Dean, Dr. Paul Pavlou, led the press conference where they spoke about the historic partnership of AIM and UH, the pioneering nature of the program, the benefits it affords to its students, and the career opportunities that await graduates. From left: AIM President and Dean, Dr. Jikyeong Kang, and UH’s C. T. Bauer College of Business Dean, Dr. Paul Pavlou. Dr. Jikyeong Kang noted the historic significance of the undergraduate program, “In the fifty-five years since AIM opened its doors to the best and brightest leaders and managers in Asia, never has the institute offered an undergraduate program until now. The rise of data science as a vital cog for improving productivity and data-driven decision-making made it imperative for AIM to develop data scientists who will also start building excellent business acumen early in their learning journey. Through our strong partnership with the University of Houston, we are confident of producing future leaders who can help provide technology-driven solutions to business and societal problems as well as contribute to nation-building.” Dr. Paul Pavlou cited the University of Houston’s outstanding reputation for student success, teaching, research, and innovation. He stated, “As an AACSB-accredited school, the C.T. Bauer College of Business ensures that our students develop the highest disciplinary competence, communication skills, and critical thinking to turn their ideas and passions into reality. Our BBA with a major in MIS gives students the skills to identify user or customer problems and translate these needs into technology solutions. Our partnership with AIM, another AACSB-accredited school, will guarantee that students will get the highest quality education at the two world’s leading business schools.” The BSc in DSBA and BBA in MIS double degree program offers unparalleled complementary skills that will enable students from all over the region to become data-powered leaders with the skills to solve complex business problems using technology-driven solutions. The program will be taught by faculty from AIM and UH, giving students a complete and holistic curriculum designed by experts from the two schools. The first three years of the program will be held at the AIM Campus, with students having the option to attend classes onsite at UH for their senior year, with an opportunity to pursue one year Optional Practical Training in the U.S. after graduation, which can be extended by another two years. The four-year undergraduate program is the first of its kind in the country and also in the region and is expected to kickstart AIM’s foray into select programs designed for undergraduate students. Interested students may apply via the AIM website at [asite.aim.edu/programs/bachelor-of-science-in-data-science-and-business-administration](http://asite.aim.edu/programs/bachelor-of-science-in-data-science-and-business-administration) where the application process and requirements are posted. For 55 years, the Asian Institute of Management has been a leading purveyor of management skills and knowledge, producing leaders and managers that lead, inspire, and transform Asian businesses and societies. It is located at 123 Paseo de Roxas, Makati City, Philippines. For more information, please visit aim.edu.