Computer Information Systems (BA)
Lindenwood University
Key Information
Campus location
Saint Charles, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 9,550 / per semester *
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Introduction
This particular degree program is intended for students interested in the business applications of computers and business oriented methods and issues. The BA in Computer Information Systems requires 62 credit hours of coursework in computer science, mathematics, accounting, economics, management, and organizational behavior, in addition to the general education requirements. All computer information systems core and elective courses take a hands-on approach using the computer to create solutions to problems or to illustrate concepts. Students pursuing this program often minor in some aspect of business.
Career Opportunities
27% Higher Income | 93% Success Rate |
Our graduates have a 27% higher income than the national median 10 years after enrolling. Source: US Department of Education's College Scorecard/ Department of Treasury 2018. | Investing in a Lindenwood education sets you up for success. 93% of Lindenwood graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate programs within 6 months of graduation. |
Computer information system graduates can expect work in jobs as diverse as the design and development of commercial computer systems, creation of computer graphics and simulation programs, and the design of cyber security systems to prevent unauthorized access to an organization's data. The role of the computer industry has always been one of leadership in both science and commerce. Computerization includes such fields as online educational systems, computerized navigation systems, scanner-based retail inventory systems, and computerized monitoring of critical systems such as power plants, air traffic control systems, and national defense operations. Computer information systems graduates have provided the nation with technical edge to succeed in the global marketplace of ideas and innovations. Career opportunities following graduation include: Data analyst, information systems manager, IT consultant, IT technical support, cyber security analyst, application analyst, and more.
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Curriculum
Major Coursework
44 credit hours of coursework from the following options:
- ACCT 21010Principles of Financial Accounting
- ACCT 21011 Principles of Managerial Accounting
- COM 11000 Fundamentals of Oral Communication
- CSC 14400 Computer Science I
- CSC 24400 Computer Science II
- CSC 28500 Applied Discrete Structures
- CSC 30500 Principles of Database Systems
- CSC 43000 Senior Project
- CSC 44700 Project Management and Practice
- ECON 23010 Survey of Economics
- MGMT 26032 Principles of Management
- MGMT 36050 Organizational Behavior
- MTH 14100 Basic Statistics
- MTH 15100 College Algebra
Introduction to Computer Science Coursework
3 credit hours of coursework from the following options:
- CSC 10011 Introduction to Computer Science: Python
- CSC 10022 Introduction to Computer Science: Javascript
Elective Coursework
15 credit hours of coursework from the following options:
- AAD 36100 Web Design - User Experience I
- AAD 36200 Web Design - User Experience II
- AAD 36300 Web Design - User Experience III
- AAD 42400 Applications for Mobile Devices
- CSC 34400 GUI Application Design
- CSC 35500 Computer Systems I
- CSC 36000 Data Structures and Algorithms
- CSC 40500 Computer Graphics
- CSC 40800 Organization of Programming Languages
- CSC 45100 Cooperative Education in Computer Science I
- CSC 45111 Internship
- CSC 45200 Cooperative Education in Computer Science II
- CSC 45211 Internship
- CSC 45500 Computer Systems II
- CSC 48000 Telecommunications and Computer Networking
- DSCI 30100 Data Analysis with R
- DSCI 35600 Machine Learning
- GAM 30120 Level Design
- MTH 28500 Introduction to Mathematical Proof Writing
- MTH 35100 Numerical Methods