Computer Information Systems: Can't live with 'em, can't live without 'em
Face it, you’re a GEEK! You love code, you love bugs, you love computers. Fortunately, these days geeks rule. So you’ve decided to embrace your inner geek and pursue a career in computer information systems. First you need the creds.
Most courses in computer information programs combine business and technical knowledge. Students will learn the information needs of different organizational structures, what technology infrastructures are appropriate in a given situation, how to analyze system needs, design and implementation, human-computer interaction, communications between computers and different data formats, and information security.
Specific coursework depends on your ultimate career goals and whether or not you want to specialize. For example, if you want to manage the computer information systems for an organization, you will most likely need a master’s degree and extensive work experience.
Possible degrees include:
- Associate of Arts/ Science in Information Systems
- Bachelors: Bachelor’s of Science in Business/Information Systems; Bachelor’s of Science in Technology Management; Bachelor’s Information Systems Security
- Masters: Master’s of Science in Information Systems – Decision Support System Management; Master’s in Business Administration – Information Systems Management.
Classes may include: Accounting, Management, Marketing, Project Management, Introduction to Computer Information Systems, Database Design & Implementation, Database Administration, Networking Fundamentals, Visual Basic, and Systems Analysis & Design.
For more information for specific degree programs in computer information systems, click here.
