Information Systems, Bachelor of Arts
Today’s organizations rely on their information systems experts to provide the security and information needed to be competitive and profitable. Becoming one of these highly sought after IS professionals begins with the Bachelor of Arts in Information Systems.
Our information systems degree is particularly attractive to employers because of the integration of business and technology. First, it addresses the need for a business-based background to help managers and users specify their technology needs. Second, it provides the in-depth technical expertise required to create and implement information solutions. This degree provides you with the skills to analyze, design and implement information systems for small business, corporations or multi-national enterprises.
The course work includes topics such as problem solving, database systems, programming with Visual Basic and Java, Internet fundamentals, developing business solutions, electronic commerce systems, information security, systems analysis and design, disaster recovery, technical project management, and networking.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for information professionals is expected to grow faster than the average, and job opportunities will be best for people with a strong understanding of business and good communication skills.
Degree Curriculum
|
Business Administration |
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
| BA 1200 |
Foundations of Business |
3 |
| BA 2010 |
Principles of Management |
3 |
| BA 2500 |
Marketing |
3 |
| BA 2800 |
E-Commerce |
3 |
| OL 3400 |
Financial Systems for Decision-Making |
3 |
Total Credits: 15
|
Mathematics & Science |
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
| MA 1035 |
College Algebra |
3 |
| MA 2025 |
Statistical Problem-Solving |
3 |
| SCI 2000 |
Contemporary Issues in Science |
3 |
Total Credits: 9
|
Information Systems & Computer Science |
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
| CS 1250 |
Problem Solving for Programmers |
3 |
| CS 2500 |
Database Systems |
3 |
| IS 1300 |
Programming I |
3 |
| IS 2100 |
Internet Fundamentals |
3 |
| IS 2200 |
Developing Business Solutions |
3 |
| IS 2300 |
Programming II |
3 |
| IS 2900 |
Web Applications |
3 |
| IS 3100 |
Information Security |
3 |
| IS 4100 |
Systems Analysis and Design |
3 |
| IS 4600 |
Disaster Recovery |
3 |
| IS 4800 |
Technical Project Management |
3 |
| MIS 1300 |
Software Tools |
3 |
| NET 1100 |
Introduction to Networking |
3 |
Total Credits: 39
|
English |
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
| ENG 1250 |
English Composition I |
3 |
| ENG 1270 |
English Composition II |
3 |
| ENG 2320 |
Professional Communication |
3 |
Total Credits: 9
|
Humanities & Social Sciences |
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
| HUM 2000 |
Introduction to Humanities |
3 |
| HUM 3710 |
Ethics |
3 |
| HUM |
Electives (3 credits must be literature) |
6 |
| PSY 1700 |
Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
| SS 2200 |
Macroeconomics |
3 |
| SS 2210 |
Microeconomics |
3 |
| SS 2800 |
Introduction to Sociology |
3 |
Total Credits: 24
|
Approved Electives |
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
| Electives |
Approved |
24 |
Total Credits: 24
CURRICULUM TOTAL CREDITS: 120