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Computer Information Systems (CIS)
 
Introduction
This major focuses on design, development, management and use of computer-based information systems. A CIS major does the following:
  • Provide technical assistance to computer system users.
  • Plan, direct, or coordinate information systems, systems analysis, electronic data processing, and computer system development.
  • Plan, coordinate and implement security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure.
  • Recommend systems and network configurations, and determine hardware or software requirements related to such changes.
  • Implement, test, administer, and coordinate changes to Enterprise databases, e.g., Oracle, DB2, SQL Server 2005
 
CIS Vision Statement
Prepare students to work in the electronic (web-driven) business environment as its developers.
 
CIS Mission Statement
Educate students in applying web-oriented developmental methods and techniques in conducting business.
 
Possible Career
  • Application Programmers
  • System Analysts
  • Database Developers
  • Electronic Business Developers
  • Network Administrators
  • Info-Infrastructure Developers
  • IT Management
 
Employers
Our CIS majors have been hired by major companies including Kellogg's, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Access Business Group, Innovative Analytics, Stryker Instruments and many others.
 
Documents and Links

Interested? Contact the CIS coordinator listed on our contact information page.