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:
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:
Recommended for: Aspiring tourism data planners, smart tourism planners, and travel platform developers
[Common Core Competencies]
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
Industry Partners
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