MIS
Program brochure
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Description
Management
Information Systems is the study of the use of computers in
business. As such,
students study both business and technology
and learn how to solve business problems using information
technology. Graduates learn how to solve problems and exploit
business opportunities using technology as a key business
driver. After learning about each key area of business, MIS
students learn the tools they will apply to solve problems;
learn how to apply those tools in any business situation; and
learn how to manage the corporate information technology
resources. Tools include computer hardware, operating systems,
networking, programming, and database management systems. Application of the tools includes distributed information
systems, system analysis, system design, and decision support
systems. Management includes technology management and system
implementation. Material covered in the classroom will be the
same material needed to sit for up to six Professional
Certifications. This program of study will prepare
graduates for professional positions such as:
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Systems Analyst
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Application Support Analyst
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Customer Support Analyst
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Computer Programmer
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Database Administrator
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Technical Writer
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Quality Assurance Analyst
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Computer and Information Systems Manager
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Computer and Data Processing Services
According to a
study commissioned by the Information Technology Association of
America (ITAA), there has been a net increase of over 225,000
MIS positions in the USA during the past six months. Key to
qualifying for these positions is training in both business and
technology.
Program Objectives
The
objective of the Bachelor of Science degree in Management
Information Systems is to provide qualified students with both a
general knowledge of business and a specialized knowledge of
information systems. Students are exposed to the theory,
research, and practical applications of numerous information
systems areas including management information systems; computer
programming; database management systems; systems analysis;
system design; data communications; distributed systems;
information resource management; system implementation;
research; and other related fields. The program is designed to
prepare students for professional information systems careers in
government, nonprofit organizations, as well as in for
profit-business and industry because every organization uses
information systems. Those who use technology successfully in
business, succeed.
Program Outline
The program is a
total of 123 semester hours in duration. The student must complete the
following:
LOWER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS
- Lower Division
General Business Core Requirements (24 credit hours)
- Lower Division General Education Courses (36 credit hours)
UPPER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS
- MIS Major
Requirements (36 credit hours)
-
Department of Business Core Requirements (15 credit hours)
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General Education Core Requirements (12 credit hours)
