Program Overview

Management Information Systems (MIS) Major

The Management Information Systems (MIS) major integrates business and technology to prepare students for roles that involve managing and optimizing information systems within organizations. This program covers key areas such as data management, network security, software development, and business analytics. Students learn how to analyze business needs, design technological solutions, and implement systems that enhance organizational efficiency and effectiveness.

About this Major

The MIS major is great preparation for careers in every field of business, using information systems technology to solve business problems. This major provides excellent training in systems design, development, networking, and support to meet the demands of this fast-growing occupational area.

Why Study Information Systems

Studying Management Information Systems (MIS) equips students with tech-savvy skills, opens up diverse career paths, and offers high demand and pay. Students use technology to solve real-world business problems, work on innovative projects, and collaborate in dynamic teams. MIS graduates work in industries like finance, healthcare, retail, government, and tech companies. An MIS major ensures students stay ahead of tech trends, making a global impact and future-proofing their careers.

Required Courses

The requirements for this major are displayed in the check sheet and are taken from the 2024 WSU Catalog.

• MIS Major Requirements

Specializations

The MIS major is flexible enough to allow students to choose their career specializations. Students learn the skills that are essential for their careers by taking courses like:

• MIS 325 Enterprise Business Development
• MIS 374 IT Infrastructure and Security
• MIS 400 Global Strategic Information Systems Leadership
• MIS 420-421 Business Intelligence Strategy
• MIS 441 Global E-Commerce
• MIS 448 Global IS Project Management

Possible Careers

• Computer & Information Systems Manager: $171,200 Median Salary
• Information Technology Project Manager: $108,970 Median Salary
• Information Security Analyst: $124,910 Median Salary
• Network & Computer Systems Administrator: $96,800 Median Salary
• Database Administrator: $104,620 Median Salary
• Business Intelligence Analyst: Median Salary not specified

Employers

Get Involved

• MIS Club: A student organization designed to prepare students for industry in the fields of Management Information Systems (MIS), Technology, and Business.
• Business Technology Symposium: Learn from IT industry executives and network with tech thought leaders from companies such as ESPN, Visa, Costco, Starbucks, F5, and the Seattle Seahawks.
• Student Business Clubs: Being part of a student organization takes students beyond the classroom and offers opportunities to learn from guest speakers, gain career connections, and contribute to industry and community service projects.

Fund your Education through Scholarships

The Carson College of Business awards more than $1,000,000 in scholarships each year. Scholarships are available for both new and continuing WSU students. Applications are collected through the WSU General Scholarship Application.