Walker College of Business Department of CIS
The Department of Computer Information Systems offers coursework in information systems, production/operations management, and quantitative methods. Students in information technology and operations management are encouraged to acquire a broad liberal education in order to understand the interface between the technical and management aspects of business.
A computer information systems major develops professional skills and capabilities to enable students to pursue careers in computerized information systems areas in either the public or private sectors of our economy. Computer information systems students will be able to pursue careers as: systems managers, systems architects, systems developers, program analysts, systems analysts, database administrators, network administrators, and web site developers. Courses are also offered in production/operations management.
CIS Major
- CIS 3250 Building Information Systems
- CIS 3750 Managing Corporate Data
- CIS 3580 Managing IT Infrastructures
- CIS 4680 Developing Software Solutions
- CIS 3870 Using Internet Technologies
- CIS 4850 IS Project
Electives
Security Focus Electives
Technologies Focus Electives- CIS 3710 Emerging Technologies
- CIS 4710 e-Business Technologies
- CIS 4720 Advanced e-Business Technologies
Medlin Named CIS Chair
Dawn Medlin has been named chairperson of the Department of Computer Information Systems. She had served as interim chair of the department since July 2007.
Department Mission
The mission of the CIS Department is to:
- Maintain a high level of effectiveness in instruction, intellectual contribution and professional service
- Collaborate with the business community to provide career opportunities for students in a dynamic global environment
- Provide an environment conducive to attracting and developing professional faculty
