You are invited to join the most rapidly growing profession in the business community. Exploding microcomputer technology will continue to be the number one job opportunity for at least the next 10 years.

The Computer Information Systems Department (CIS) offers a challenging and rewarding information system and management science academic program that is at the cutting edge of real-world microcomputer applications Information systems courses include hands-on experience in both introductory and advanced word processing, spreadsheet, and database software applications; programming language courses in C and C++ and in fourth-generation languages such as Visual Basic and C#; and operating systems courses such as Windows, UNIX, and Linux.

Advanced study is offered in systems analysis and design, database design, telecommunications, local and wide-area networking, and Web applications. Internships are available for students to obtain real-world experience in the information systems area.

CIS Mission Statement

Rev. 04-27-05

The Computer Information Systems Department delivers high quality, accessible undergraduate information systems education to a diverse student population. We prepare students to ana­lyze, design, develop and use business applications utilizing contemporary technology. We provide a balance between fundamental information systems concepts and the application of these concepts from a future-oriented perspective.

The Computer Information Systems Department provides undergraduate major, minor and certificate programs in information systems. We offer service courses in information systems and quantitative methods to School of Business students, and applied computer courses to students college-wide.

The Computer Information Systems Department faculty pursues excellence in teaching and learning as its primary purpose. We nurture learning through individual attention to students. The faculty agressively engages in professional development activities that enchances instruction and contribute to scholarship and applied research. We provide service to the institution, the profession and the community at large.