What is management information systems?
Management information systems is the study of technology's role in making strategic business decisions. If information systems is a technology field that extends into business, then management information systems is a business field that extends into technology.
The MIS field covers all major areas of information technology and gives a high level of knowledge on business concepts and the information systems applications needed to create solutions for contemporary business problems.
Is a bachelor's degree in management information systems right for you?
Graduates in this field have the skills needed for success in business. They not only have in-depth knowledge of how business works, but also people skills, and the ability to lead teams and keep projects on time and on budget.
Graduates enjoy working with technology, but as a tool for making business more efficient. They have some experience in programming and other forms of direct technology development, but are content to help design solutions and let others implement them.
American Sentinel University's Bachelor of Science, Management Information Systems program (BSMIS) is the most business-oriented of our undergraduate technology programs. It instills a broad base of business knowledge while teaching sound technical skills, providing the graduate with a toolkit to solve a wide variety of business problems.
Objectives of the Bachelor of Science, Management Information Systems Degree Program
In addition to attainment of general education learning objectives, graduates from the Bachelor of Science, Management Information Systems program will be able to:
- Analyze and solve complex business problems using the tools of information technology.
- Specify and communicate appropriate design and implementation requirements for systems development projects.
- Analyze an organization's information systems requirements and align these with the long-term business objectives of the firm.
- Facilitate short, medium, and long term business goal attainment through the integration of planning and information technology functions.
- Apply project management principles to information systems development efforts.
Delivery Method: Structured Independent Study
Requirements: High school diploma
Course Enrollments: Courses are open for enrollment twice a month
