Program Overview

Associate in Computer Information Systems

Program Overview

The Associate in Computer Information Systems program at Columbia College is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in computer programming and software development, alongside business basics such as accounting and business communication.

Why Study Computer Information Systems?

This program gives students hands-on experience writing code and designing databases, preparing them to lead clients through the software development process, from determining business requirements to testing prototypes.

What You'll Learn

The program provides a solid foundation in the fundamentals of computer programming and software development, alongside business basics such as accounting and business communication. Students will also be introduced to the process of creating a web-based database.

Program Requirements

An Associate’s degree gives students a forward-looking education in classical liberal arts and sciences, while introducing them to the creative and critical thinking skills needed to advance professionally and personally. The core requirements and electives needed to earn an Associate in Computer Information Systems from Columbia College can be viewed online.

Bachelor's vs. Associate: What's the difference?

Associate degree programs offer a focused exploration of general education subjects and can typically be completed in two years. Graduates are prepared to either shape their path in the workforce or advance to a bachelor's program. Bachelor's degree programs provide transformative study in a specific subject area to prepare students for new and leading-edge career opportunities.

Areas of Study

• Computer programming
• Agile software development
• Databases
• Statistics
• Accounting
• Business communication
• Computer information systems

Careers & Outcomes

Graduates with an associate degree in computer information systems will be prepared to help a business develop software to improve their operations. They will be able to write code and design databases, and communicate with clients and customers throughout the software development process from determining business requirements to testing prototypes.

Where You Can Take Classes

Columbia College offers flexible options for students to adapt to changing circumstances and pursue their education wherever life takes them. Many degrees are offered 100% online, and students can also attend selected classes at nationwide locations or at the main campus in Columbia, Missouri. Students at all locations will engage with multiple learning methods, including online and virtual while completing their degree.

Online Programs

Columbia College offers online programs in various states, including Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, D.C., Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virgin Islands, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Classes Available In Seat

Day Campus - Columbia, MO Denver - CO Evening - Columbia, MO