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Bachelor's in Information Systems

About the Information Systems Program

In the Information Systems (IS) program at SRU, you can tailor your degree to your specific area of interest:

  • Business
  • Healthcare administration
  • Computer security
  • Public safety
  • Web technologies
  • Programming
  • Geographic information systems
  • Digital media
An IS professional must understand both computer technologies and business operations. Through SRU’s Information Systems program, you’ll gain insight and experience in database systems, networking principles, computer security, basic management skills, project management, data analysis, systems analysis and design, enterprise architecture, programming concepts and more.

What Can I Do With an Information Systems Degree?

Information Systems (IS) is an area critical to the success of many different businesses. Because all organizations need management and support in this area, the career opportunities are almost endless. Information Systems is a combination of technology and business environment. As an IS professional, you’ll be the bridge between the technical and management departments and personnel within a company.

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Why Choose an Information Systems Degree?

  • Small Lab and Class Sizes
    Labs are capped at 35 students with an average class size of 25, providing students a more individualized classroom experience.
  • Experienced Faculty
    Students are taught by full-time faculty only. These faculty bring real-life examples, research and/or industry experience to enhance the learning experience.
  • Support and Guidance
    Every student is assigned an academic adviser to guide each of them through their program of study and help them make decisions about educational and career goals.
  • Accredited Program
    This program is accredited by AACSB. It includes several business courses but is more technical and allows you to easily add a minor or choose more electives in the area of your choice.
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Information Systems, Bachelor of Science (BS)

Provides students with essential business knowledge, practical experience, and programming skills. This program prepares graduates for a variety of roles by focusing on the technology needs of modern businesses, especially in the healthcare and technology sectors. In addition to preparing students for entry-level positions, the curriculum's liberal arts foundation also provides the necessary background for future graduate studies.

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Career Outcomes

While many SRU information system majors will continue their education after earning their bachelor’s degree, graduates of the department have secured careers in the following areas:

  • Business analyst
  • Systems analyst
  • QA project lead
  • Application engineer tier III
  • Associate business intelligence analyst
  • Senior architect, information systems
  • Business development / marketing specialist
  • Managed service provider administrator
  • IS consultant
  • Project manager
  • Several undisclosed job titles at U.S. federal agencies

Internship Opportunities

SRU information systems students have completed internships at various companies including:

  • Federated Investors
  • Bayer
  • II-VI Incorporated
  • Iron Mountain
  • PPG Industries
  • PNC Bank
  • Highmark Health

Resources

From application tips to academic information and support, we provide the guidance and tools you need to start strong and stay on track. Our resources are here to help you make the most of your SRU experience.

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