Information Systems

The study of information systems helps you understand how people, data, and technology work together within the business context. You will be able to apply what you learn to increase the effectiveness of business processes, secure organizational data, and enhance an organization's overall competitiveness.

Degree Programs in Information Systems

The following provides the degree options available for the Information Systems (IS) program:

  • Program Description

    Step into a leadership role powered by IS analytics and business intelligence to bring business strategy to technology projects, and IT innovations to business challenges.

    Develop wide spectrum capabilities to understand, analyze and manage organizational issues from end-user computing to strategic implications of technology projects and combine your experiential knowledge of customers, the marketplace, and revenue cycles with the skills of IS analytics to become a compelling business decision maker.

    Irrespective of whether your experience and education are in technology or business - a Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) from Coles College will give you the most sought after skills of today to help you move forward in your career and become a more valuable team member.

    The MSIS program offers students the unique flexibility to design their own areas of interest by taking a variety of elective courses, such as Business, Statistics, Leadership, Accounting, Professional Writing, Governance, and Information Systems. Students may decide to design custom concentrations in one of the following:

    • Information Security
    • Data Mining/Business Intelligence
    • Accounting/IT Auditing
    • Business/Global IT Management
    • Advanced IT Project Management
    • Leadership
    • Statistics/SAS

    Careers

    With a MS in Information Systems, you can launch a career in industry, government, or other agencies. You might work in a number of roles in IS, especially in the management of the design, implementation, and administration of IS projects. Early career job titles include business intelligence manager, information resource manager, IT consultant, and project manager.

    Progress through management levels should be possible quickly, with the eventual career path leading to Chief Information Officer.

    For more information regarding this program please visit the Coles College of Business website.

  • Program Description

    Acquire valuable skills necessary to be a technology leader in tomorrow’s global business environment. The Coles College MBA-MSIS brings business strategy to technology projects and technological innovation to business challenges. By blending best business practices and strategic technology skills, students acquire the knowledge necessary to become qualified and capable leaders for cutting-edge global organizations.

    Courses are delivered at times and locations which are convenient for the working professional. MBA courses are offered at both our Kennesaw Campus (one night a week, starting at 5pm or 8pm) and at the Coles College facilities at the Cobb Galleria complex (one night a week, starting at 6pm). IS courses are offered on the Kennesaw Campus.

    Careers

    With a dual degree in MBA/MSIS, you can launch a career in industry, government, or other agencies. You might work in a number of roles in IS, especially in the management of the design, implementation, and administration of IS projects. Early career job titles include business intelligence manager, information resource manager, IT consultant, and project manager.

    Progress through management levels should be possible quickly, with the eventual career path leading to any "C-Level" business executive.

    For more information regarding this program please visit the Coles College of Business website.

  • Program Description

    Where information technology and business meet, information systems (IS) professionals apply technology to support and even drive business strategy. If you have a desire to take responsibility for technology, are logical, and like to solve problems, Coles College of Business will help you build on your strengths to become a technology leader.

    Every business today depends on information systems, whether it’s a customer relationship management system or an e-commerce site or a complex network of these and more. Decisions about how to use, build, purchase, or integrate these systems have great impact on a business and, as an IS professional, you can help an organization make the most of its technology.

    Careers

    With a BBA in Information Systems, you can launch a career in industry, government, or other agencies. You might work in a number of roles in IS, especially in the design, implementation, and management of IS projects. Early career job titles include application developer, application support, business analyst, business intelligence manager, client services analyst, database administrator, database analyst, information resource manager, IT consultant, project manager, systems analyst, user support analyst, web developer, and webmaster. Your degree will also prepare you for graduate school in business, IS, or a related field.

    Progress to management should be possible quickly, with the eventual career path leading to Chief Information Officer.

    For more information regarding this program please visit the Coles College of Business website.

  • Program Description

    KSU's IS minor is ideal for a student who is currently enrolled in another degree program, especially those majoring in another computing field such as Information Security and Assurance, Computer Science or Information Technology. Upon completion of the minor, the student will be able to make more educated and informed decisions related to the selection, development, implementation and administration of information systems.

    For more information regarding this program please visit the Coles College of Business website.

  • Program Description

    The Certificate in Information Systems is designed for students with an interest in Information Systems and its application in the expanding field of technology. The certificate program emphasizes the skills and knowledge necessary to select, develop, implement and administer systems. The Certificate can be pursued as a stand-alone credential or embedded as part of a a degree program. As a stand-alone credential, interested students not currently enrolled in a degree program can complete the certificate requirements and immediately apply for the certificate.

    For more information regarding this program please visit the Coles College of Business website.

 

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