COMPREHENSIVE
MAJOR: MANAGEMENT
INFORMATION SYSTEMS
(Code 831-001)
The Department
of Management Information Systems (MIS) provides the necessary professional
education for those students interested in being an integral part of the
information age. A comprehensive major (60 credits, no minor required) is
available in MIS.
Students
graduating from the College of Business with a degree in MIS have a broad
background in functional areas of business. Graduates have a wide variety of
career opportunities to choose from in business/industry. Upon graduation, a
student majoring in MIS may gain employment as a systems analyst, systems
developer, application developer, project manager, telecommunications
network manager, or manager of information technology resources.
A graduate will
have developed technological skills such as the principles of systems
analysis and design, computer programming, multimedia application design and
development, and World Wide Web design and development. The MIS graduate is
able to bridge the gap between what most commonly is called the "end
user" of technology and the technical systems designer, systems
programmer, and technologists.
Objectives for
the Management Information Systems Major
The objectives
for the MIS program have been based upon the Model Curriculum and
Guidelines for Undergraduate Degree Programs in Information Systems developed
by a joint task force of AITP, ACM, AIS, and other national information
technology organizations.
Program
objectives are augmented by input from employers, the MIS Advisory
Committee, current students, and alumni. These groups review the program
objectives and curriculum content periodically.
MIS program
objectives build upon the College of Business BBA objectives and FACT
competencies.
Functional
Knowledge:
The student will
develop specific knowledge in information technology and the theory and
development of information systems as they are related to each of the areas
listed below:
1. Information
Technology
a. Computer
Architecture
b. Algorithms
and Data Structures
c. Programming
Languages
d. Operating
Systems
e.
Telecommunications
f. Database
Management Systems
2. Theory and
Development of Systems
a. Systems and
Information Concepts
b. Approaches
to Systems Development
c. Systems
Development Concepts and Methodologies
d. Systems
Development Tools and Techniques
e.
Object-oriented Design and Development
f. Project
Management
g. Information
and Business Analysis and Design
h. Systems
Implementation and Testing Strategies
i.
Implementation of Systems in a Global Environment
Adaptability:
To adapt,
students must develop critical thinking skills. They will:
1. demonstrate
the ability to identify central issues and assumptions.
2. demonstrate
the ability to synthesize complex information in order to solve problems.
3. evaluate
evidence and explain how it affects change.
4. demonstrate
the ability to use multiple problem-solving techniques.
5. identify the
impact of decisions on people and the environment and, as a result, will be
able to make morally conscious choices.
6. demonstrate
the understanding and the importance of service to others in the community.
Communication:
Development of
communication skills is integrated into the problem-solving process in MIS.
Students will be able to:
1. articulate
their own view in a logical and persuasive manner.
2. write
convincingly, logically, and concisely.
3. demonstrate
the ability to make effective oral presentations and arguments.
Teamwork:
The concept of
teamwork is integrated into coursework in the major/minor. Students will:
1. demonstrate
the ability to work effectively as a member of a group. This includes the
development of an understanding and appreciation for cultural, racial, and
gender differences while working as a member of a team.
2. demonstrate
effective teamwork on Analysis, Design, Development, and Implementation
projects assigned within MIS courses.
Requirements:
Sixty semester
credits, including the BUSCORE (32 credits) and BTel 345; MIS 304, 310, 314,
344, 450, 460; three additional credits from MIS or Btel; and at least four
additional elective credits from Acct 312 or 314, 315; Bcom 405; BTel 375,
410, 475; CS 163 or 319 or 320 or 321; Engl 305; Mgmt 414; MIS 391, 399,
420, 491, 495, 499. It is suggested that the student take electives from two
different departments.
Math 111, or the
equivalent, must be completed as part of General Education requirements and
is not counted toward the major. Math 114 or 212 may be accepted as a
substitute for Math 111.
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MINOR:
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Students
choosing to minor in either of the two emphases within Management
Information Systems—Business Telecommunications or Business Information
Systems—find the minor augments their major field of study and gives
them the technological skills and knowledge to pursue their major area of
interest.
Requirements:
Minimum of
33 semester credits, including Management Information Systems Minor Core
(Acct 201, 202; MIS 240, 304, 310; BTel 345; three credit elective in MIS
or BTel) and 12 or more elective credits in specified departments. Select
one of the following areas of emphasis.
NOTE: This
minor is available to majors in all Colleges and Schools. Students
selecting this minor must satisfy the College of Business admission
requirements prior to enrollment in 300/400 level courses in the College
of Business. Exceptions are MIS 304 and 310.
Business
Information Systems Emphasis (Code
831-401)
Minor Core
plus 12 credits chosen from at least two departments: Acct 312 or 314,
315; BTel 375, 410, 475; CS 163, 319, 320, 321; MIS 290, 314, 391, 399,
491, 495, 499.
Business
Telecommunications Emphasis (Code
831-402)
Minor Core
plus BTel 375, 410, 475; and three credits chosen from CS 163, 319, 320,
321; MIS 290, 314, 391, 399, 491, 495, 499; Phys 211, 212.
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The Certificate
in Information Technology documents a student’s completion of
coursework relating to information technology (IT) issues in the high-tech
field. This recognition is noted on a student’s official University
transcript. The IT certificate program is open only to students majoring
in the College of Business and can only be taken in conjunction with a
Bachelors of Business Administration degree.
A student must
complete a total of four courses to obtain the certificate. A minimum of
three of the four courses must be from Management Information Systems. A
student may elect to take four Management Information System courses
rather than a related course.
NOTE: Offering
of this certificate will depend on available faculty resources. Please
call the MIS Department Office, (715) 836-4320 for current information.
Requirements:
Management
Information Systems Courses
MIS 240
Introduction to Information Systems (All students must complete)
Students
must complete two of the following:
MIS 290
Introduction to Database Applications
MIS 304
Fundamentals of Business Programming
MIS 310
Systems Analysis and Design
Related
Courses
Students may
take one of the following:
Acct 315
Accounting Systems
BTel 345 Data
Communications Networks
CS 319
Fundamentals of Java Programming
Mktg 338
Marketing Technology and Application
MIS 314
Business Software Engineering
Grading
Procedures: All
courses must be taken for letter grades only.
To apply for
the IT Certificate, a student must obtain an application form from the MIS
Department Office, Schneider 406, and return the completed application to
that office by October 30 or March 30 of the semester in which that
student expects to complete the requirements. Shortly after final grades
have been submitted to the Registrar, official certificates are mailed to
successful applicants in January and June.
For more
information on the IT Certificate program, contact the MIS Department.
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