Computer Information Systems
Area of Business
The computer information systems major supports the following goals of Milligan College:
The major in computer information systems (CIS) is designed to prepare students for careers as programmers/analysts, lead programmers, management information systems directors, and systems project leaders for applications in business, industry, and government.
Course work in this major emphasizes systems analysis and design, programming, and management. It is recommended that students with a major in computer information systems complete a minor in a business-related area.
Graduates with a major in computer information systems are expected to:
- Possess a thorough understanding of the information systems analysis and design process, as well as the development (programming) and implementation (hardware, software, networking) processes of computing applications in a business environment;
- Possess oral and written communication skills necessary to convey technical information in a business or technical environment;
- Have acquired knowledge and skills needed for positions in a variety of computer/business-related fields.
Computer Information Systems major - B.A. or B.S.
Core courses in the major:
Additional Courses for the CIS Major:
The following general education requirement is fulfilled in the major:
