Students gain the ability to integrate hardware, software, and management skills to solve problems in a variety of business areas.?
The program's mission is to ensure that each graduate is exceptionally well qualified to undertake a successful information systems career in business, industry, education, or government. In support of this mission, the program is designed so that:
Each student will gain a sound foundation in computing basics: analysis and design, programming, testing, software development, security, database, and human-computer interaction.Each student will assimilate a solid base of business enterprise concepts, including principles of accounting, finance, management, and operations.Each student will learn the theory and practice of information technology, and develop skills to apply this knowledge to analyze and solve business problems.Each student will develop analytical, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills applicable to real-world problems.Each student will develop effective oral and written communication skills.Each student will appreciate the social and ethical issues in information systems.