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Information Systems Advising Guide

Department of Information Systems 

What is Information Systems?

Students studying Information Systems learn about the myriad uses of technology in a business setting, while taking a detailed look into the computing systems and how to use them best to solve business problems. Our Information Systems program offers a blend of information technology and business.

 

Career Opportunities in Information Systems

  • Application Developer
  • Data Specialist
  • Systems Analyst
  • Project Manager
  • Information Systems Manager

 

Related Majors, Minors and Programs

  • Information Technology
  • General Business
  • Management
  • Health Informatics
  • Computer Science

 

Why Study Information Systems at USA? 

The School of Computing is a designated National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense and a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Research (CAE-R). According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to add more than 377,500 openings each year, much faster than the average for all occupations. These occupations are projected to add about 531,200 new jobs. The School of Computing has many departmental scholarship opportunities to offer our students. All of our scholarships may be added on top of any general University scholarships. The Bachelor of Science in Information Systems program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET. 

  

Academic Plan

Following an academic plan will help you stay on track to graduate in four years. 

. Graduation plans provide only a suggested schedule; make sure to meet with your academic advisor to find the actual schedule that is right for you.

For additional degree information, visit the .

 

For More Information

For more information on majoring in Information Systems, feel free to make an appointment with either Carson Wood or Bria Cox (students with less than 30 completed credit hours). Students with 30 credit hours or more should contact the Information Systems Curriculum Coordinator Dr. Jeff Landry

You can find us on campus at:

Shelby Hall Suite 2101
150 Student Services Drive, Suite 2101
Mobile, Alabama 36688-0002
(251) 460-6390

Website: /colleges/soc/cist/

*The information on this page should be considered general information only. For more specific information on this and other majors, please refer to the USA bulletin or contact the department/College directly.