Program Overview

Overview of the Management Information Systems Certificate

The Certificate in Management Information Systems (MIS) is designed for non-business undergraduate students seeking expertise in business technology solutions. This nine-credit MIS certificate program equips students to identify, evaluate, and implement innovative IT solutions in business environments. Students become proficient in information technology (IT) and gain essential tools to collaborate effectively with technology professionals. Graduates acquire valuable, transferable MIS skills, helping them stand out in the technology-driven job market.

Program Details

• Campus Location: Main
• Program Code: BU-MIS-CERT

Requirements

• Three courses required (all courses must be taken at Temple University):
  • Required Courses:
    • MIS 2101: Digital Systems (3 credits)
    • MIS 2502: Data and Analytics (3 credits)
  • Elective: Select one of the following (3 credits)
    • MIS 0855: Data Science
    • MIS 0955: Honors Data Science
    • MIS 3406: Cloud Architecture
    • MIS 3504: Digital Design and Innovation
    • MIS 3505: Scripting for Data Science/Analytics
    • MIS 3534: Strategic Management of Information Technology
    • MIS 3536: Information Systems Innovation with AI
    • MIS 3538: Social Media Innovation
• Total Credit Hours: 9
• A grade point average of 2.0 in the certificate is required, including a minimum grade of C in each course.
• Courses cannot be used to meet certificate requirements if already used to meet the requirements for a major or a different minor or certificate.

Additional Information

Interested students should discuss with their home college advisors how the courses in the certificate will fit into their overall degree plan and are strongly encouraged to declare the certificate early in their academic career.