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Overview of Concentration. Do computers fascinate you? Would you like to be on the cutting edge of new information systems and networking technologies? Do you want to combine technical expertise with business savvy? Then Computer Information Systems may be the business career for you.

The Computer Information Systems (CIS) curriculum provides students with a broad understanding of business; a basic competence in computer programming and personal computing; and a sound foundation in systems analysis, design, networking, and systems integration. Graduates acquire an ability to apply computer technologies to business solutions, providing a variety of lucrative career opportunities, including the design and implementation of computer systems for business application. CIS course work includes extensive use of state-of-the-art computer hardware and software.

Characteristics and Skills

  • Enjoy utilizing computers to make systems and processes more efficient

  • Logical, accurate, detail-oriented, and persistent

  • Enjoy thinking, analyzing, and problem solving

  • Enjoy exploring and fixing things.

  • Tendency to get thoroughly absorbed in work or hobbies

  • Ability to interact and communicate with people

  • Ability to educate others about computers

Potential Occupations. All computing-related careers are characterized by a very high rate of change driven by technological developments. Participating in paid or voluntary work, internships, and cooperative education opportunities is highly recommended, as you will keep abreast of new developments and benefit from networking to enhance your employment opportunities. Graduates can select from a number of career options including by not limited to:

  • Applications Programmer

  • Microcomputer Specialist

  • Network Manager

  • System Consultant

  • Programmer Analyst

  • Marketing Specialist

  • System Analyst

  • Database Administrator

  • Chief Information Officer

  • MIS Manager

  • Marketing Manager

 
 
     

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