Request for Proposal ListingsUHCL Systems Analysis & Design Industry Project (Fall 2026)
UHCL Systems Analysis & Design Industry Project (Fall 2026)
University of Houston Clear Lake
UHCL Systems Analysis & Design Industry Project (Fall 2026)
10/12/2026 to 11/13/2026
Admin @ UHCLCollaboration Overview
About Students
Students participating in this course are upper-level undergraduate Information Systems majors at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. They have developed foundational knowledge in business processes, databases, information systems, project management, business analytics, and technology-enabled problem solving.
As emerging information systems professionals, students are learning how organizations leverage technology to improve operations, decision-making, and organizational performance. They are trained to analyze business needs, document requirements, evaluate system capabilities, and design solutions that align technology with organizational objectives.
Students are eager to gain experience working directly with industry professionals and applying classroom concepts to real-world business challenges.
About Program Goals
Students will:
- Apply systems analysis and design methodologies to a real organizational challenge
- Gather and document stakeholder requirements
- Analyze existing business processes and information systems
- Develop process maps, workflow models, and system documentation
- Evaluate alternative solution approaches and technology options
- Create recommendations that improve organizational effectiveness
- Strengthen professional communication and consulting skills
- Deliver executive-level presentations and technical documentation
About the Collaboration Format
Class project framed as a live case study for one or more student teams to work on.
Benefits for Industry Partners
Participating organizations receive:
- Fresh perspectives on existing systems, workflows, and operational challenges
- Structured analysis conducted by information systems students trained in systems thinking and process improvement
- Documentation that many organizations struggle to prioritize internally, including process maps, requirements analyses, and workflow assessments
- Actionable recommendations for improving efficiency, user experience, reporting, or technology utilization
- Access to emerging talent interested in information systems, business analysis, and technology consulting careers
- A low-risk opportunity to evaluate ideas, identify opportunities, and explore future improvements before committing organizational resources
Program Details
Students Include: Bachelor Degree
Students Enrolled: Students Enrolled
Program Duration: 4 weeks
Program Launch Date: 10/12/26
Program End Date: 11/13/26
Student Commitment: 4-7 Hours hrs/week
Course Format: Live Case, Multiple Projects Multiple Teams
Modality: Fully Remote
# of Projects: 1
View All Program DetailsProject Requirements
| Industry Partner Requirements | |
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| Project Topics | Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Customer Service & Account Management Data Management Innovation Operations Product Design & Development Quality Control Research, Analysis, Evaluation Software Design & Development Technology Commercialization UX/UI & Human-Centered Design |
| Location Preferences |
Located Anywhere |
| Compensation |
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| Sponsorship |
Sponsorship Requested (Optional):Pre-Revenue Startup an exact contribution amount of $500.0 Growth Startup an exact contribution amount of $500.0 Small to Medium Business an exact contribution amount of $500.0 Large Enterprise an exact contribution amount of $500.0 Government Organization an exact contribution amount of $500.0 Non-Profit an exact contribution amount of $500.0 |
| Other Requirements | Participating organizations should:
Projects should be exploratory and educational in nature and should not require students to implement production systems or access highly sensitive organizational data. |
| Project Management Time Commitment | 1 Hour per week |
| Interested Industries | Aerospace & Defense Agriculture & Farming Arts & Recreation Biotech & Pharmaceuticals Computers & Hardware Construction, Repair & Maitenance Consulting & Professional Services Consumer Products & Services Education & Ed-Tech Energy & Utilities Fashion & Apparel Finance & Investment Food & Beverage Government Health Care & Life Sciences Insurance Manufacturing & Industrial Media, Publishing & Content Natural Resources Non-Profit & Social Impact Public Works Real Estate Restaurants, Hospitality & Food Service Retail & E-Commerce Semiconductor Software, AI & Data Sports & Entertainment Sustainability & Climate Telecommunications Transportation & Logistics Travel & Tourism |
Skills & Expertise
Business Analysis Business Process Analysis Data Analysis Lucidchart Microsoft Visio Presentation Development Process Improvement Process Mapping Project Management Requirements Documentation Requirements Gathering Solution Design Stakeholder Interviews Systems Analysis Systems Design Systems Thinking Technical Documentation UML Modeling Use Case Development Workflow Analysis| Key Program Dates | Due Date |
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Request for Proposal published
Collaboration request published. Industry Partners may express interest in participating.
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Jun 03 2026, 11:01 PM UTC |
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Interview
Educators will begin interviewing interested Industry Partners to discuss project ideas.
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Jun 16 2026, 11:01 PM UTC |
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Proposal Application Deadline
Final date for Industry Partners to express interest in participating.
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Sep 02 2026, 11:01 PM UTC |
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Finalize Project Charter
Educators and Industry Partners finalize project charters, legal documents, and background materials.
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Sep 15 2026, 11:01 PM UTC |
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Official Program Launch
We’ll find a time on this day for you to meet with the students to kick off your project.
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Oct 12 2026 |
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Official Program End
We’ll find a time on this day for you to meet with the students to wrap up your project.
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Nov 13 2026 |
* We’ve got some inspirational project ideas below! These are related project topics that you can mix and match the components for the best cross-functional project experience possible.
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Customer Service & Account Management
Data Management
Innovation
Operations
Product Design & Development
Quality Control
Research, Analysis, Evaluation
Software Design & Development
Technology Commercialization
UX/UI & Human-Centered Design
| Program Overview | ||
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| Program Title | UHCL Systems Analysis & Design Industry Project (Fall 2026) | |
| Organization | University of Houston Clear Lake | |
| # of Students Enrolled |
0
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| # of Projects Running |
1 Project/s Added (of 1 Project Expected)
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Program Timeline Project Duration |
Start Date: 10/12/26 End Date: 11/13/26 1 month |
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| Collaboration Overview | ||
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| About Students |
Students participating in this course are upper-level undergraduate Information Systems majors at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. They have developed foundational knowledge in business processes, databases, information systems, project management, business analytics, and technology-enabled problem solving. As emerging information systems professionals, students are learning how organizations leverage technology to improve operations, decision-making, and organizational performance. They are trained to analyze business needs, document requirements, evaluate system capabilities, and design solutions that align technology with organizational objectives. Students are eager to gain experience working directly with industry professionals and applying classroom concepts to real-world business challenges.
Student Level: Bachelor Degree Student Time Commitment: Full Time Team Structure: 3 - 5 |
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| Program Goals | Students will:
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| Format Structure |
Multiple Projects Multiple Teams |
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| Format Title | Live Case | |
| Format Description | Class project framed as a live case study for one or more student teams to work on.
|
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| Benefits For Industry Partners | Participating organizations receive:
|
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| Project Modality | Fully Remote | |
| Industry Partner Requirements to Participate | ||
|---|---|---|
| Project Topics | Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Customer Service & Account Management Data Management Innovation Operations Product Design & Development Quality Control Research, Analysis, Evaluation Software Design & Development Technology Commercialization UX/UI & Human-Centered Design | |
| Target Industries | Aerospace & Defense Agriculture & Farming Arts & Recreation Biotech & Pharmaceuticals Computers & Hardware Construction, Repair & Maitenance Consulting & Professional Services Consumer Products & Services Education & Ed-Tech Energy & Utilities Fashion & Apparel Finance & Investment Food & Beverage Government Health Care & Life Sciences Insurance Manufacturing & Industrial Media, Publishing & Content Natural Resources Non-Profit & Social Impact Public Works Real Estate Restaurants, Hospitality & Food Service Retail & E-Commerce Semiconductor Software, AI & Data Sports & Entertainment Sustainability & Climate Telecommunications Transportation & Logistics Travel & Tourism | |
| Skills & Expertise | Business Analysis Business Process Analysis Data Analysis Lucidchart Microsoft Visio Presentation Development Process Improvement Process Mapping Project Management Requirements Documentation Requirements Gathering Solution Design Stakeholder Interviews Systems Analysis Systems Design Systems Thinking Technical Documentation UML Modeling Use Case Development Workflow Analysis | |
| Location Information & Preferences |
Located Anywhere |
|
| Sponsorship |
Sponsorship Requested (Optional):Pre-Revenue Startup an exact contribution amount of $500.0 Growth Startup an exact contribution amount of $500.0 Small to Medium Business an exact contribution amount of $500.0 Large Enterprise an exact contribution amount of $500.0 Government Organization an exact contribution amount of $500.0 Non-Profit an exact contribution amount of $500.0 |
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| Compensation |
No Compensation Required |
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| Other Requirements | Participating organizations should:
Projects should be exploratory and educational in nature and should not require students to implement production systems or access highly sensitive organizational data. |
|
| Expected Time Commitment For Project Managers | 1 Hour per week | |
| Key Program Dates | Due Date |
|---|---|
|
Request for Proposal published
Collaboration request published. Industry Partners may express interest in participating.
|
Jun 03 2026, 11:01 PM UTC |
|
Interview
Educators will begin interviewing interested Industry Partners to discuss project ideas.
|
Jun 16 2026, 11:01 PM UTC |
|
Proposal Application Deadline
Final date for Industry Partners to express interest in participating.
|
Sep 02 2026, 11:01 PM UTC |
|
Finalize Project Charter
Educators and Industry Partners finalize project charters, legal documents, and background materials.
|
Sep 15 2026, 11:01 PM UTC |
|
Official Program Launch
We’ll find a time on this day for you to meet with the students to kick off your project.
|
Oct 12 2026 |
|
Official Program End
We’ll find a time on this day for you to meet with the students to wrap up your project.
|
Nov 13 2026 |
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