Unleash Technology to Achieve Business Objectives with an Online MIS Degree
Businesses need employees who can understand IT systems and how to use the information from those systems to stay ahead of the competition. The online Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems combines a strong foundation in computer information systems with the business and management knowledge to prepare you for a rewarding career in this growing field:
MIS is a top-ranked major by Kiplinger, Forbes and CNBC
- #6 Kiplinger's "Best College Majors for Your Career 2016-2017"*
- #9 Forbes "10 College Degrees With the Highest Starting Salaries"*
- #10 CNBC's "The 50 highest-paying college majors"*
At UMS, you can choose the online MIS degree program alone or tailor the program to your career goals with a concentration in Project Management or in IT Management.
The Project Management concentration focuses on the effective application of knowledge, skills and techniques in executing and managing projects. You'll develop the leadership expertise needed to manage projects in support of operational and strategic goals through courses that include Project Contracting and Procurement, Resource Estimating and Scheduling, and Integrated Cost and Schedule Control.
The IT Management concentration tackles the managerial aspects related to IT service management, infrastructure management and managing information technology teams. You'll focus on the managerial aspects of supporting an organization's information systems strategy with courses in IT Teams, Managing Networks and Telecommunications, Infrastructure Management, and Management Science.
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See Yourself Succeed in Management Information Systems
Businesses need employees who understand IT systems. In fact, MIS is a top-ranked major by Kiplinger, Forbes and CNBC. Get started on your degree today!
While the focus of the program is on learning-through-doing (applied learning), elective experiential learning courses and extracurricular activities provide additional opportunities for students to build their résumés. For example:
- Data analysis competitions, like Teradata University Network (TUN) data challenge
- Student cyber security competitions like National Cyber League (UMS teams took top 10 individual and team honors Fall 2016)
- Select female students are selected to attend the annual Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) conference, as well as the Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing, the world's largest gathering and job fair for female technologists
- All students are eligible for free mentoring program MentorNet, that matches students with professionals in their field
As a private, nonprofit university, UMS has one mission - to help you see yourself succeed. The benefits of earning your online BS in Management Information Systems degree at UMS include:
- Affordability. Take advantage of some of the most affordable tuition rates in the nation.
- Convenience. Attend class when it's convenient for you - online education means 24/7 access.
- Efficiency and flexibility. Complete your undergraduate degree at your own pace, over six 8-week terms per year.
- Expert instruction. Learn from instructors with relevant, real-world experience.
- Networking. Tap into our nationwide network of alumni for internship and career opportunities.
- Simple application process. Just fill out an online undergraduate application, and we'll retrieve U.S. transcripts from your previous institutions and automatically complete an official credit evaluation. Plus, there's no application fee.
- Student support. Count on the ongoing support of dedicated academic and career advisors specialized in your area of study.
- Transfer-friendly enrollment. Transfer up to 90 credits toward an undergraduate degree.
Career Outlook
Management information systems professionals work with business managers and IT teams to help organizations become more effective and efficient through improved decision-making. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of computer and information managers is projected to grow 12% by 2026, and computer systems analysts jobs will grow 9% in the same time period.*
Since MIS is an interdisciplinary combination of technology and business, potential career paths range from technical to more people-oriented:
- Business Analyst
- Computer Systems Analyst
- Information Systems Analyst
- Information Systems Manager
- IT Project Manager
- Systems Administrator
- Chief Technical Officer (CTO)
- Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Courses To Prepare You For Your Career
UMS's bachelor's in management information systems program includes:
- General education
- Business core
- Degree-specific courses
UMS provides cloud-based virtual environments in some courses to give you access to the technology you need for your degree – and your career. Learn more about our virtual environments.
General Education Program
Our programs are designed to equip you with the skills and insights you need to move forward. In recent years, employers have stressed the need for graduates with higher order skills - the skills that go beyond technical knowledge - such as:
- Writing
- Communication
- Analysis
- Problem solving
All undergraduate students are required to take general education classes. Through foundation, exploration and integration courses, students learn to think critically, creatively and collaboratively, giving you the edge employers are looking for.
Business Core Program
Programs in the School of Business require learners to complete the business core program, which includes a variety of business-specific courses. This program focuses on 10 core competencies to prepare you for success wherever you go.
Courses May Include
Program Outcomes
- Effectively bridge communications between IT and business audiences using appropriate language and terminology to help teams and organizations function more effectively
- Apply information systems analysis and design and project management concepts to achieve operational goals that support key business strategies
- Assess IT infrastructure to determine the appropriate tools, processes, and resources that achieve an organization’s strategic goals
- Analyze existing business systems and identify effective and efficient technology solutions aligned to an organization’s immediate needs and strategic goals
- Develop business intelligence reporting that addresses a variety of business needs and analyze the underlying supporting data models
- Apply information security policies and procedures that are aligned with national and international standards, laws, and regulations
