Program Overview

College of Business Administration

The College of Business Administration offers a specialization in Management Information Systems (MIS) as part of its Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) degree.

Management Information Systems Specialization

The MIS specialization deals with the intelligent use of information technology in business organizations. The program provides in-depth study of business processes, computers, programming, computer networks, Internet, electronic commerce, security in information systems, database management systems, information systems analysis, design, and development, and management of information system projects. The program emphasizes the application of problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills combined with knowledge of business and computers to improve a business organization's productivity and profitability.

BSBA General Degree Requirements

Students completing the MIS specialization must complete University, general degree, admission core, and business core requirements for the BSBA degree, including admission to the BSBA program.

Management Information Systems Specialization Requirements

The MIS specialization requires 24 hours of coursework, including:

• A grade of "C" or better must be earned in each course taken for the specialization.
• The following required courses:
  • CS 2010
  • MIS 4210
  • MIS 4400
  • MIS 4500
  • MIS 4710
• Three of the following MIS courses:
  • MIS 4020
  • MIS 4050
  • MIS 4170
  • MIS 4220
  • MIS 4600
  • MIS 4720

Career Opportunities

Numerous opportunities for employment in the area of information technology and systems analysis are available. Organizations need system professionals to identify, design, and develop systems, and expect these systems to improve the organization's competitive advantage and support the business operations.