Description of the Field

Information systems refers to the effective integration of computing resources to support the operations, analysis, decision making, and planning functions in business organizations. The information systems curriculum prepares students for professional careers in the rapidly expanding field of computer based business systems.

General Skills

Through courses in the business foundation program, taken in the freshman and sophomore years, students typically gain these skills:

• Effective written and oral communications skills, including public speaking.
• Familiarity with computer concepts and applications.
• Quantitative skills, including mathematics and accounting.
• Fundamental knowledge of economics and social sciences.

Specific Skills

Some of the skills developed by the information systems major include:

• Proficiency in current technologies such as C#, Java, XML, Oracle, SQLServer, Microsoft OS and Linux/UNIX..
• Skills in systems analysis and design.
• Knowledge of hardware and software technologies.
• Familiarity with database and data communication systems.

Career Opportunities

Typical areas of employment for graduates include:

• Computer Programmer
• Data Base Analyst
• Programmer Analyst
• Systems Analyst
• Manager, Information Systems
• Hardware or Software Sales Representative
• Technical Writer
• Systems Consultant
• Information Analyst