Business runs on data; learn to manage mission-critical tools and information.

Keeping a computer network and related data running smoothly, and focused on improved profit and productivity, is essential to almost every corporation, non-profit and other organizations.

The Computer Information Systems Executive Option degree program focuses on using technology as a tool to manage information in the context of managing a business.

Is this program right for me?

The Computer Information Systems Executive Option degree program teaches you to apply technology to manage information for business. Our CIS degree appeals to students who want to begin or advance their career in such fields as database management, software engineering, system design and analysis, programming, or website development.

Job Prospects

With continued growth of electronic commerce and the capacity of the Internet to create new relationships with customers, the role of computer and information systems managers continues to evolve. Workers experienced in web applications and Internet technologies will become increasingly vital to a company’s strategic and day-to-day operation.

The U.S. Department of Labor predicts excellent job prospects for qualified computer and information systems managers. Workers with specialized technical knowledge and strong communications skills will have the best prospects. People with management skills and an understanding of business practices and principles will have excellent opportunities, as companies are increasingly looking to technology to drive revenue.

Business runs on data; learn to manage mission-critical tools and information.

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems Executive Option provides a balanced curriculum of computer hardware, software, system design, and communications, to help students understand an employer’s current and future computer information needs.

Curriculum

The 126 - credit hour curriculum has five components:

Robert Morris University Core - 39 credits

Traditional liberal arts requirements in humanities, communications skills, and social, behavioral, natural and quantitative sciences.

CIS - 39 credits

Your major field of study includes 13 courses focusing on programming, systems analysis and design, operating systems concepts, database management systems, networks and data communications, and project management.

Program Requirements - 9 credits

Course Number	Course Name
INFS3450	Quan Analy for Inf Sys Prof
INFS4170	Glob, Econ, Soc, Eth Iss Comp
MATH2040	Finite Math & Applied Calculus

Area of Interest - 15 credits

Select 15 credits from a select group of courses.

Electives - 24 credits

Choose up to 8 courses to tailor a program of study to meet your professional and personal needs and interests. These courses also may be fulfilled by transfer credits and CLEP Exams. In some cases, life experience credits may be apply.

Flexible Scheduling

All adult learners enrolled in the Computer Information Systems major take the Executive Option that provides accelerated formats, online delivery, and classes in a variety of student friendly formats, all utilizing applied learning. Classes are offered in the evenings and online at our Pittsburgh and Moon Township locations. This unique ABET accredited, accelerated evening program allows working professionals to complete their degree in less time.

Courses

Course Number	Course Name
INFS2120	Visual Basic Programming
INFS2121	Visual Basic Programming II
One from...	INFS2210 Operating Systems Concepts
	INFS2211 Microcomputing Technology
INFS3150	Intro Web Dev & E-Commerce Technology
INFS3220	Systems Analysis and Design
One from...	INFS3230 Networks/Data/Computer Comm
	INFS3231 Network Technology & Management (N+)
INFS3235	Computer & Network Security
INFS4150	Adv Web Page Design/Ecomm
INFS4240	Database Management System
INFS4241	Open Source E-Commerce Development (Lamp)
INFS4810	Project Management
Two from...	Any course in the Computer Information Systems discipline (2000 level or above)

Online Courses

The course offerings that are offered online vary from semester to semester.