Unleash your potential and career prospects with our Management Information Systems major.

In the fast-paced landscape of technology and business, MIS professionals are the driving force behind effective decision making and strategic innovation. Join us to develop expertise in data analytics, network and system integration, and business solutions. Discover how our MIS major can prepare you for a rewarding and impactful career in this rapidly evolving field.

 

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Offered On Campus and Online

120 Credit Hours

Estimated Time to Complete: Four Years

Accelerate your IT career

The newly revised Management Information Systems (MIS) degree program at Northern State University prepares students for careers in the rapidly growing field of information technology. The program combines a strong foundation in core business principles with a comprehensive suite of information systems and technology classes.

Our students learn about all aspects of information systems from the design and development of new systems to the implementation and management of existing systems. Courses leverage hands-on experience through a variety of lab-centric and project-oriented teaching materials. The MIS program is taught by experienced faculty who are experts in their field. Small class sizes allow our students to receive individualized attention from their instructors. Northern State University has strong relationships with businesses and organizations in the region, providing students with opportunities to gain valuable internship experience. If you’re interested in a career in the field of information technology, the MIS program at Northern State University will give you the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in this fast-growing and exciting field.

NSU’s MIS program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), ensuring that our program meets the highest standards of quality. In addition, our new MIS program is STEM certified (CIP Code: 521201) and follows the curriculum guidelines of the ACM and AIS Release IS 2020 Curriculum. MIS graduates are in high demand in a variety of industries, including banking, finance, accounting, healthcare, education, and government.

Sample Coursework

Computer Science I

Web Authoring

Structured System Analysis and Design

Telecommunications and Networks for Business

IT Security, Assurance, and Risk Management

Database Management Systems

Information Systems and Strategy

Business Statistics

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Alumni Spotlight

Saiful Islam

I was born in Bangladesh, and having lived in England during my late teens, I moved to the United States in 2013 to pursue higher education and chose Northern Sate University as the destination for my undergraduate degree. I completed my Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems from Northern in 2017 including a 7 month long technical support internship. After graduation, I worked in various IT roles in different organizations within the United States. I currently work as a Data Engineer at a software company called Denodo which is recognized as a leading logical data management platform provider. I am passionate and curious about technology. I am also an avid follower of the English soccer team Arsenal F .C. and enjoy traveling, cooking and spending time with my family.

The tech industry is one of the most competitive industries where talent from all over the world compete to make their mark. I was fortunate to have got a head start at Northern State University, which paved the way for me later in my career. While I was taking SQL and Java courses from my major, an enthusiasm and curiosity sparked in me which later turned into an opportunity to become a tutor in those courses, thanks to Professor Scott Peterson, who was instrumental and influential in shaping my early career. Professor Peterson also referred me to the hiring manager of Bobcat Company who was at the career fair on campus. I interviewed at short notice and was able to demonstrate the knowledge required for the internship which I gathered from my academics and tutoring experience. I was also awarded course credits for my internship program. My academic credentials and internship experience helped me land my first full time IT job after graduation.

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