The Information Systems and Operations Management (ISOM) Department currently offers a BSBA degree in Information Systems major and a MBA degree with Information Systems concentration . Any undergraduate students can tailor their degree by adding an Information Systems or Electronic Commerce minor to their majors. We also offer an undergraduate concentration in Web Design and a Functional Information Systems Minor for College of Arts and Sciences Students.
As an IS student, you will learn conceptual and hands-on skills in preparation for challenging careers as computer and systems-support specialists, Web application developers, and network support and administration specialists in information systems and information technology. Our department also sponsor the Information Systems Club, which provides a social forum for interested students to share and discuss the latest advancements in the field with experts and practitioners.
In our department, you will meet internationally-diverse and talented faculty members with expertise spanning the areas of information systems and operations management. We are constantly involved in the latest research and innovations in our profession, including database management, e-commerce, healthcare informatics, security and privacy, operations improvement, revenue management, supply chain management, and many more.
Our faculty are committed to preparing you for the rapidly-changing dynamics in this global economy. By incorporating current research findings and professional practices with high quality instructions, we will help you develop the foundation knowledge and the critical skills needed to succeed as professionals in our fields. You will learn to understand, analyze, and respond to the dynamic needs of managing information and operations in business. Our courses incorporate active learning experiences that allow you to develop your analytical and decision making abilities; and team building skills that improve your awareness and ability to incorporate diverse viewpoints and contributions.