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Gain the skills necessary to develop and implement new computer technologies.

A bachelor's in Computer Information Systems prepares students for a top career in fast-growing, high-impact computer industries.

Gain the skills necessary to develop and implement new computer technologies in the corporate world and in government, higher education, and nonprofits.

This Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems (CIS) from PennWest Global Online combines leading-edge information technologies and systems methodologies with an understanding of the evolving needs of today's dynamic business environment.

The CIS degree is ideal for students who are interested in working with technology to find solutions to business problems. This program critically analyzes existing business processes and systems to redesign and create streamlined, optimized processes. While a fundamental understanding of information technology is a cornerstone of the degree, an equally important and distinguishing element of the CIS degree is a solid foundation in basic business functions.

Our CIS curriculum offers students a strong blend of theoretical and practical concepts in business and computing topics to learn how to determine the requirements, analysis, design and, implementation of an organization’s information systems.

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Accreditation

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems program at PennWest is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering Technology (ABET).

Internships

Once students are in junior class standing, they are eligible to apply for a computing internship. To date, all CIS internships have been paid positions, averaging 20 hours a week in a CIS-related position. Internships help to prepare students for immediate employment upon graduation and are regarded very favorably by employers.

Projected increase in positions

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, computer systems analyst is one of the fastest growing occupations in the nation, with a projected increase from 75,000 positions to 102,500 positions by 2022.

Fast Facts

$120,950

Computer and Information Systems Managers make an average salary of $120,950 a year.

Credits:

120

Format:

100% online

Contact:

Lisa Kovalchick
kovalchick@pennwest.edu
724-938-4146

Careers and Salaries

Skills taught throughout the program are high in demand by industry. Our advisory board, composed of industry representatives and graduate school stakeholders, gives annual reviews of student performance and feedback on curriculum improvements. As a result, our graduates are in high demand.

Numerous leading companies, universities, and state and federal agencies have hired our graduates. Among them are:

  • Booz Allen Hamilton
  • Caterpillar Inc.
  • Central IntelligenceAgency
  • Deloitte
  • Dell
  • FBI
  • FedEx Ground
  • Home Depot
  • Household Finance
  • Ikon Office Solutions
  • Lockheed Martin
  • Northrup Grumman
  • Pennsylvania Department of Revenue
  • Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
  • PepsiCo
  • Siemens
  • Social Security Administration
  • U.S. Steel
  • Verizon Wireless
  • Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel Corp.

CIS is one of the few academic disciplines today that can prepare graduates to meet the challenges posed by the widespread outsourcing and offshoring of technical work. The demand for computer professionals equipped with top leadership, project management, and interpersonal skills is skyrocketing. CIS graduates have excellent job prospects.

Graduate Outcomes

The CIS program of study enables students to achieve the following by the time of graduation:

  1. An ability to analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
  2. An ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
  3. An ability to communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
  4. An ability to recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgements in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
  5. An ability to function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
  6. An ability to support the delivery, use, and management of information systems within an information systems environment.

The Power of PennWest

PennWest’s three campuses, California, Clarion and Edinboro universities, have been delivering award-winning online programs for more than 20 years. You’ll graduate with a degree from Pennsylvania Western University, completely supported by the expertise and community of learners on our brick-and-mortar campuses.

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