2026 Spring Semester Open

AI Big Data

"Global Data Experts Leading Innovation in Accounting·Tax and Tourism Industries with AI Technology"

The core of the digital transformation (DX) era, reading the value of the world through data.

From international accounting qualifications such as US CPA to establishing smart tourism strategies,

We train practical talents who will lead future industries by combining accounting and tourism management with AI big data technology.

Major Overview

Why 'AI Big Data'?

With the advent of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, data-driven decision-making has become an essential capability across all industries.

In particular, AI-powered automation and financial data analysis have emerged as core competencies in accounting and taxation, while smart tourism services driven by customer behavior data analysis have become key in the tourism industry.

This convergence major, led by the International Business Department in collaboration with the Tourism Management, Computer Information, and AI departments, provides integrated education combining business and tourism domain knowledge with cutting-edge data analysis technologies such as Python and machine learning.

Key Features

  • Convergence Synergy: [Accounting & Taxation] + [Tourism] + [AI & Big Data]
  • Global Standard: Preparation for international accounting credentials such as US CPA and EA, and development of global data consulting capabilities
  • Region-Specific Practice: Training regional innovation talent aligned with Jeju's 'Data Economy Special Zone' and 'Smart Tourism City' policies

Educational Goals & Talent Profile

"Practice-oriented global talent equipped with AI and Big Data convergence analysis capabilities"

This major trains the following types of specialized professionals.

AI-Based Accounting & Tax Data Analysis Expert

Conducting audit data analysis, operating tax automation systems, and providing business consulting based on financial data

Tourism Big Data Analyst & Regional Industry Strategist

Analyzing tourist spending/behavior patterns, planning smart tourism platforms, and developing regional tourism promotion strategies

Global Business Data Consultant

Data-driven business diagnostics, ERP information system utilization, and international business strategy proposals

Curriculum & Tracks

Students can choose from 2 specialized tracks based on their career goals for in-depth learning.

[Track 1] Accounting & Tax Big Data Track

Global experts in AI accounting and financial data

Core Education:

Reflects the new CPA curriculum structure, AI-assisted audit, tax data analysis, and information system controls (IS Control)

Key Courses:

Accounting & Tax Data Analysis
AI Accounting & Financial Consulting

Recommended for: Aspiring CPAs, tax accountants, and financial data analysts

[Track 2] Tourism Big Data Track

Strategists innovating Jeju's tourism industry through data

Core Education:

Tourism consumption/behavior data analysis, regional big data projects, smart tourism service planning

Key Courses:

Tourism Industry Data Analysis
Regional Tourism Industry Analysis

Recommended for: Aspiring tourism data planners, smart tourism planners, and travel platform developers

[Common Core Competencies]

Python Programming
Machine Learning
Data Mining
Big Data Analysis Practicum
Capstone Design

Differentiated Education Programs

Industry-Academia Collaboration & Field-Centered Education (Project-Based Learning)

  • Global Accounting Firm Partnerships: Providing practical mentoring and field internships in collaboration with Shaler Capital, Harriet Tax Advisor, Seonghyeon Accounting Firm, Saebbit Accounting Firm, and others
  • Tourism Industry Partnerships: Conducting data analysis projects with leading regional tourism companies such as Jeju Shinhwa World
  • Capstone Design: Mandatory inclusion of industry-academia collaborative projects that solve problems using real corporate data

Certification & Career Support

  • International Certifications: Curriculum and support system established for obtaining US CPA (Certified Public Accountant) and EA (Enrolled Agent) credentials
  • Practical Certifications: Support for obtaining data-related certifications such as Social Survey Analyst and Big Data Analyst Engineer

Career After Graduation

AI Big Data convergence major graduates enter diverse fields as convergent talent equipped with both 'business/tourism domain knowledge' and 'data technology'.

Professional & Finance

  • • Domestic/International CPA/AICPA
  • • Tax Accountant
  • • Accounting Firm Data Analysis Team
  • • Financial Sector AI Analyst

Tourism & Services

  • • Korea Tourism Organization
  • • Regional Tourism Foundation
  • • OTA (Online Travel Agency)
  • • Hotel & Resort Marketing/Analytics Team

IT & Consulting

  • • Business Data Consultant
  • • ERP System Operator
  • • Big Data Specialized Companies

Public Sector & Research

  • • Public Institution Data Analyst
  • • Regional Industry Researcher

Participating Faculty

Faculty

Prof. Lee Hyun-ju (Lead Professor)

Accounting / International Business Dept.

Prof. Moon Seok-hwan

Computer Engineering / Computer Information Dept.

Prof. Ahn Seong-jun

Applied Mathematics & AI / AI Dept.

Prof. Lee Bo-yeon

Hotel & Tourism Management / Tourism Management Dept.

Prof. Shin Woo-young

Hotel & Tourism Management / Tourism Management Dept.

Industry Partners

Global Partners

• Shaler Capital Advisory
• Harriet Tax Advisor
• SolBridge

Industry Partners

• Seonghyeon Accounting Firm
• Saebbit Accounting Firm
• Hansol IT Cube
• Jeju Shinhwa World Education & Employment Support Center

Consultation & Inquiry

Prof. Lee Hyun-ju, International Business Department

Please contact the responsible professor for inquiries about the major.

We look forward to your challenge to design the future of business with data.

Student Benefits

Innovation Talent Support Fund

  • Up to 50,000 KRW per credit
  • Additional 50,000 KRW for industry-linked courses
  • Maximum 500,000 KRW per person

Global Training Support

  • Selected outstanding students for overseas training (Japan, etc.)
  • Airfare and accommodation support
  • Bonus points for participating in extracurricular programs

Advanced Educational Environment

  • Generative AI paid tools (GPT, etc.) support
  • Latest practice equipment and facilities
  • Priority selection for Capstone Design