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Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Management Information Systems (B.S.B.A.)

See also: About Management Information Systems
Department Information

The Management Information Systems professional utilizes tools, techniques, and concepts of various disciplines such as computer science, management science. These interdisciplinary tools combined with an understanding of the basic needs of an organization enable the information system professional to apply computer technology to the solution of a wide range of business problems. Frequently information systems professionals interact with individuals in the functional areas of an organization to analyze information needs and requirements and to serve as a liaison with computer systems personnel.

B.S.B.A. Core Requirements
B.S.B.A. Worksheet/Flow Chart/Suggested Program Plan/Others Forms
Course Descriptions (See Section 3 S.U. Undergraduate Catalog)
 
Required Courses
ISM240 Introduction to Programming Concepts
ISM340 Business Programming
ISM344 Business Systems Analysis & Design
ISM355 Database Applications
ISM420 Telecommunications & Distributed Processing
ISM446 Project Development Information Systems
 
Electives
ISM242 Design and Development of User Information Systems
ISM300 Information Technology & Business Operations
ISM340 Business Programming
CPS253 Structured Computer Programming
CPS257 Computer Systems Concepts

By the beginning of the sophomore year, a student majoring in business information systems will be expected to have access to a personal computer which is compatible with the hardware and software used in the management information systems program. Our computer labs, though well-equipped, are utilized by a large percentage of students from each college within the university. Due to this high demand, a personal computer is invaluable to fulfilling course requirements completely and on time.

Career Opportunities
Positions include systems analyst, data administrator, network specialist, Internet designer, systems facilitator, applications programmer/analyst, customer and sales support representative, and technical trainer. Career paths include management of information systems development and operation as well as management positions within specific functional areas.

For additional information: S.U. Undergraduate Catalog (See Section 2, John L. Grove College of Business)
and for Course Descriptions (See Section 3).

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