Information Systems

In today’s tech-saturated global marketplace, businesses can’t survive without a strong team of computer information systems experts. That means jobs in this field are some of the fastest growing positions in management, and provide attractive salaries for new and experienced professionals. In fact, “Money Magazine” consistently ranks this major as one of the hottest degree fields in America based on employment growth, job independence, and job security.

But a degree in computer information systems isn’t just about the money. As a highly skilled technology professional, you can expect to become an invaluable contributor by helping companies understand and harness technology to stay competitive in the marketplace. You’ll be responsible for planning, developing, and managing computer technologies that supportall business functions.

About The Program

Department: Department of Information Systems and Operations Management

Credits Required: 120

Possible Occupations

  • Information Systems Analyst

Indiana Median Salary: $64,277

Dual Credit Courses

For onsite courses, please refer here to see if the course is offered at your high school.

Online

These courses are available online through Ball State University:

CORE Classes

    • COMM 210 - Fundamentals of Public Communication
    • ENG 103 - Rhetoric and Writing (English Composition I)
    • ENG 104 - Composing Research (English Composition II)
    • MATH 125 - Quantitative Reasoning
    • MATH 165 - Calculus I
    • FIN 101 - Personal Finance for Fiscal Wellness
    • THEA 100 - Introduction to Theatre
    • JOUR 101 - Media and American Society
    • PHIL 100 - Introduction to Philosophy
    • RELS 160 - Introduction to Religion in Culture
    • HSC 160 - Fundamentals of Human Health
    • PHYC 110 - General Physics I
    • ISOM 125 - Introduction to Business with Integrated Computer Applications
    • PSYS 100 - Introduction to Psychological Science
    • SOC 100 - Principles of Sociology
    • PHIL 202 - Ethics
    • HSC 180 - Principles of Community Health
    • FCFC 250 - Family Relations

Major-Specific

    • CS 104 - Introduction to Computers
    • CS 110 - Introduction to Computer Science & Web Programming
    • ISOM 125 - Introduction to Business with Integrated Computer Applications
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