students from Gannon University develop skills in the design, modeling and development of computer-based information systems. These include two primary areas of study: computing and business.

To support the development of computing skills, students learn to utilize and critique technology associated with the systems and apply them to business. To support the development of business skills, a portion of the curriculum emphasizes the role and concepts of the different functional areas of business. In addition, students develop communication and interpersonal skills in order to prepare them to interact positively in the marketplace.

Students incorporate facets of their professional education with facets of societal awareness to make ethical decisions, both professional and personal. Ultimately, the students leave with the foundation to define a high quality of life by integrating their profession with lifestyle decisions. 

IS majors will develop skills in design, modeling and development of computer and information systems. To support these technical skills, students learn to practice teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills.

You Will Experience

• Multiple programming languages and platforms

• Database and network systems integration and development

• Systems analysis and design

• Design and deployment of high-quality computer-based systems

• Balancing business needs, technology and human factors in order to yield a successful product

• Opportunities for cross- and multi-disciplinary project work

You Will Achieve

Information systems majors solve business problems using data and computing principles. They innovate, explore, analyze, automate and manage information systems, technology and projects. This includes data and business process modeling as well as requirements and project management. IS graduates apply current computing knowledge, technology, skills, techniques and methods to:

• identify, analyze and develop effective solutions for problems,

• improve product, process and/or organizational elements, and

• apply creativity in design thinking and innovate where appropriate.

Recent Gannon information systems graduates have secured internships and employment at top organizations such as Bayer Corporation, Citizens Bank, Erie Insurance Group, GE Transportation and UPMC Hamot. Such opportunities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• applications development

• data administration

• information resource management

• network coordination

• systems analysis

• technical operations

• web and e-commerce initiatives

You Will Earn

Students will be well prepared for employment or graduate work, and to continue developing as a computing professional. This includes adaptability to different disciplines, environments and tasks. Gannon IS graduates are fully prepared for employment in chosen post-graduate pursuits.

Salaries in the field vary depending on the location and type of organization.

• Starting salary: $51,900

• Mid-career salary: $87,200