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A Major in Computer Information Systems

This program equips students with practical knowledge of software packages, programming languages, and information systems development methods. Graduates can pursue job opportunities as programmers, data analysts, and computer engineers. Employers include top companies like Wal-Mart and Hewlett Packard. The curriculum includes coursework in programming, data communications, and web development. Students are expected to demonstrate problem-solving skills, teamwork abilities, and communication skills. The program involves internships, practical training, and dedicated faculty support. Extracurricular activities include involvement in the CIS Club and community initiatives like food drives and computer workshops. The program has a successful track record in the Arkansas Programming Contest, showcasing the excellence of CIS majors.

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A Major in Computer Information Systems

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  1. A Major inComputer Information Systems … a career for the future revised 2015

  2. Student Learning Outcomes A student who graduates from the School of Computer Information Systems should be able to possess the following: 1. Practical knowledge of various productivity software package 2. Practical knowledge of various programming languages 3. Knowledge of information systems development methods and techniques 4. Knowledge of data communications and local area networks 5. Knowledge of communication skills

  3. Job Opportunities • Programmers • Business and Systems Analysts • Computer Engineer • Data Base Administrator • Computer Support Specialist • Web Master • Network Manager

  4. ACXIOM Wal-Mart Century Tel ArkSys Dillards UAMS JRMC Hewlett Packard Area School Districts Potlatch Georgia Pacific Price Lumber Co. Commercial Bank CNA Health Partners Entergy Sprint Drew Memorial Hospital Datatronics Tulane University Employers Our students are employed by the following employers throughout the region • FIS Global • Wal-Mart • Century Tel • ArkSys • Dillards • UAMS • JRMC • Hewlett Packard • Area School Districts • Potlatch • Georgia Pacific • Price Lumber Co. • Commercial Bank • CNA Health Partners • Entergy • Sprint • Drew Memorial Hospital • Datatronics • Tulane University

  5. Employer Expectations • Students should exhibit: • Problem solving abilities • Listening skills • Team work ability • New technology adaptability • Time management talents • Communication skills

  6. Coursework Required • Bachelor of Science in CIS • General Education Courses • CIS Major Requirements • Supportive Requirements • Electives & Identity Requirements

  7. General Education • 44 hours • English • Speech • Humanities • History • Social Sciences • Math & Science

  8. 39 hours PC Hardware/Software & Maintenance Programming Logic & Design Microcomputer Applications Advanced Microcomputer Applications COBOL Object-Oriented Programming WWW Programming Analysis & Design Data Communications Database Management Application Software Development CIS 3000-4000 Elective CIS Major Requirements

  9. 24 hours Business Communication Accounting Economics Statistics Management Marketing 24-27 hours 21 hours electives - of your choice 3 hours Math/Science AdditionalRequirements

  10. Dedicated instructional server LAN lab World-wide web lab Internships with businesses Web development E-commerce Practical training with faculty Computer Network Security Innovative Training

  11. Dedicated Faculty & Staff Administrative Support: Kathryn Jacobs Back row: Dean Brian Hairston, Lynn Harris, Ked Donham, and Jean Hendrix Front row: Terri Cossey, Lori Selby, and Angela Marsh

  12. Student Involvement • CIS Club • Our students are involved: • Christmas food drive • Community coat drive • Relay for Life • Computer workshop for elementary students • Intramural athletics

  13. Arkansas Programming Contest • 2015 – 1st & 2nd place • 2014 – 1st & 3rd place • 2012 – 1st & 2nd place • 2011 – 1st & 2nd place • 2010 – 1st & 2nd place • 2009 – 1st & 2nd place • 2008 – 1st place • 2006 – 2nd & 3rd place • 2005 – 3rd place • 2003 - 3rd place • 2002 – 1st place

  14. CIS Majors over the past 5 years

  15. CIS Major Graduates

  16. Computer Information Systems … a major for the future

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