Information & Decision Sciences

Information Systems students prepare to support the successful implementation and management of Information Systems in organizations by studying not only technical topics such as programming, database, data communications, and Web design, but also business topics such as Accounting, Marketing, Management, and Finance.  Students in other areas of business or other university majors may also choose to minor in Information Systems, which can increase their career options and add value for potential employers.

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Who Should Pursue an Information Systems Major?

People who enjoy problem solving, information technologies, working with diverse people and teams, and who want a wide variety of career path options.

What Kinds of Jobs and Careers Do IS majors Pursue?

In addition to technical specialties such as Application Developer, Business Analyst, Systems Analyst, Database Specialist, Project Manager, IS Auditor, Web Developer, and IT Security Specialist, IS majors work in many other areas, supporting ERP systems, CRM systems, and Supply Chain Management Systems.

Note that 60% of the fastest growing occupations requiring a Bachelor's Degree are predicted to be in INFORMATION SYSTEMS jobs and career paths. (Source: The Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2002-2012, U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics).

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