Program Summary

MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS - Associate in Science

Computer Information Systems encompasses the fields of Computer Science and Information Systems. Primary fields of study include software development, programming, and applications. Careers in Today’s information systems require knowledge and hands-on experience in microcomputer applications as well as programming. Professionals in the computing field seek to advance the fundamental understanding of how information is processed, as well as the practical design of software and hardware to accomplish specific functions. The Associate in Science degree requirement are designed to satisfy course requirements for many Computer Science and Information Systems transfer patterns. However, students should consult a counselor and especially the catalog of the intended transfer institution for specific transfer requirements in the major. The program in Computer Information Systems offers students an opportunity to earn an associate’s degree as well as course work in general CIS electives for students in other fields of study campus-wide. The program also offers courses for high demand skill areas such as mobile device development.

Career Opportunities
Required Courses (38 credits)
Units: 38.0
ACCT 201A
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
4.0
ACCT 201B
MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING
4.0
BUS 218
BUSINESS LAW
4.0
CS 201
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SCIENCE
3.0
CIS 210
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
4.0
CIS 216
ELECTRONIC SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS
4.0
CS 231
FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER SCIENCE I
4.0
CS 232
FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER SCIENCE II
2.0
ECON 201A
PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS
3.0
ECON 201B
PRINCIPLES OF MICROECONOMICS
3.0
MATH 255
CALCULUS FOR BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
3.0
Total: 38.0
Program Outcomes
Apply concepts of accounting, business law and economics to solve business orientated problems. (BUS 201 A&B, BUS 218, ECON 201 A&B)
Direct Assessment (Exams, Programming Assignments.)
Apply the methods of differential calculus to solve problems involving functions unique to business applications. (MATH 255)
Direct Assessment (Exams, Programming Assignments.)
Demonstrate proficiency in business applications of spreadsheets to solve business problems. (CIS 216)
Direct Assessment (Exams, Programming Assignments.)
Analyze problems, design algorithms, and implement and test the algorithm in a modern object oriented programming language. (CS 201, CS 231, CS 232)
Direct Assessment (Exams, Programming Assignments.)