Computer Information Systems
B.S.B.A.
Minor in Cybersecurity
Minor in CIS

Computer Information Systems

Recent studies show that information systems will be one of the fastest-growing job markets for graduates. As the global community becomes increasingly reliant on information systems and technology, there is a present and growing need for professionals in the field. The Ìð¹ÏÊÓÆµapp Computer Information Systems Program prepares students for immediate employment and long-term career success by way of a dynamic curriculum taught by faculty who stay on the cutting edge of technology. Program students gain real-world, hands-on experience in state-of-the-art facilities. Many graduates enter employment with private and public companies and organizations, while others pursue graduate studies.

College of Business

What You'll Learn

The degree program’s curriculum is composed of classes that prepare students to solve business problems with information technology solutions. Students develop valuable critical thinking and decision-making skills as they follow the curriculum. The business core curriculum includes courses from multiple disciplines such as accounting, economics, law and marketing. The major requirements include courses such as Foundations of Information Technology, Business Applications Development, and Computer Information Systems Analysis and Design. Students can elect to take advantage of cooperative education or internship courses that allow them to work in actual industry positions, earning credit, salary and vital experience.

Where You'll Go

Half of the fastest-growing jobs and half of the occupations with the most new jobs are those that require a business computer information systems degree. Jobs can be focused on programming, network administration, information systems security, computer operations, consulting, database management, systems analysis, product and technical support, and software product development, among other areas of interest. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, information security analyst occupations are projected to be among the fastest-growing job areas between 2024 and 2034, while software developer occupations are also projected to grow much faster than average over the same period. Job growth is projected at 15 percent for software developers, quality assurance analysts, and testers, and 29 percent for information security analysts.

Degree Options

Location

 Cullowhee Campus  

Length

Full-Time and Part-Time

Time to Complete: 

Credits

120 Credit Hours

APP Deadline

Admission via general WCU enrollment; then consult academic adviser to declare Management major

Location

 Cullowhee Campus  

Length

Typically completed alongside a major; flexible pacing

Time to Complete

Varies based on major and course sequencing

Credits

18 Credit Hours

App Deadline

No separate application; declare the minor through academic advising

Location

 Cullowhee Campus  

Length

Typically completed alongside a major; flexible pacing  

Time to Complete

 Varies based on major and course sequencing 

Credits

 18 total credit hours  

App Deadline

No separate application; declare the minor through academic advising

 

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Justin Pace

Associate Professor and Director,
School of Accounting, Finance, Information Systems & Business Law