Management: Computer Information & Systems Concentration
Computer Information & Systems Program at Fisher College
The Computer Information & Systems Concentration of the Bachelor of Science in Management Program is designed to give students an understanding of business functions, management principles and the critical role of technology in any modern business or other organization. They will gain a solid foundation in computer science and information systems, while also studying management fundamentals. This program enables students who have an aptitude for technology to pursue their own areas of interest within the field and to be competent administrators within a technology-based organization.
Program highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering networking, operating systems, multimedia, programming, databases and web development.
- Unique approach to learning programming using Robotics
- Can be taken as a stand-alone A.S. or BSM concentration and with no loss of credits from students transitioning from the A.S. to BSM degree.
- Required internship component
- Future CS electives such as Geographic Information Systems, Computer Vision & Applications and Computer Security & Applications
| First Year | Credit hours | |
|---|---|---|
| CM105 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| CS101 | Computer Concepts and Applications | 3 |
| CS205 | Computer & Systems Programming I | 3 |
| CS206 | Computer & Systems Programming II | 3 |
| EC101 | Macroeconomics | 3 |
| EC102 | Microeconomics | 3 |
| EN101 | English I | 3 |
| EN102 | English II | 3 |
| PS101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Free Elective | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
| Second Year | Credit hours | |
| AC121 | Financial Accounting | 3 |
| AC122 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| LA204 | Business Law | 3 |
| MA107 | College Algebra* | 3 |
| MA121 | Basic Statistics | 3 |
| MG201 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| MK201 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| Lab Science Elective | 4 | |
| Computer Science Electives | 6 | |
| Total Credits | 31 | |
| Third Year | Credit hours | |
| CS314 | Management Information Systems | 3 |
| FI201 | Principles of Business Finance | 3 |
| IS210 | Professional Development for Internship | 1 |
| MG304 | Leadership and Ethics | 3 |
| MG315 | International Management | 3 |
| MG321 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| PS315 | Social Psychology | 3 |
| Humanities Elective | 3 | |
| Computer Science Elective | 3 | |
| Free Electives | 6 | |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
| Fourth Year | Credit hours | |
| ENXXX | 300- or 400-Level Literature | 3 |
| CS400 | Project Management | 3 |
| MG303 | Managerial Communications | 3 |
| MG390 | Management Internship | 3 |
| MG435 | Operations Management | 3 |
| MG441 | Business Policy and Strategic Management | 3 |
| MG450 | Senior Project | 3 |
| Computer Science Elective | 3 | |
| Free Electives | 6 | |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
| CIS Concentration students must take 4 of the following electives: | ||
| CS107 | Operating Systems | |
| CS108 | Advanced Computer Applications | |
| CS133 | Multimedia and Graphics | |
| CS210 | Database Design and Management | |
| CS231 | Computer Networks | |
| CS234 | Web Site Programming and Development | |
| MG450 | Senior Project | |
| * A higher level of math (MA 109, 110) may be substituted. Minimum credits required for graduation--121. |
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Graduate Competencies
Potential Careers and Earnings
Industries
- Information Technology Departments of various types of corporations, non-profit entities, local government and state agencies
- Retail Technology Stores such as Best Buy, Circuit City, Micron Center
- I.T. Consulting Companies
- I.T. departments of service and education organizations (i.e. hotels, K-12 schools, colleges and universities, car dealerships, etc.)
Potential locally and regional headquartered organizations:
- Zipcar.com
- Local Marriot hotels
- Local Westin hotels
- The BackBay Group
- J.Jill Corporation
- T.J. Maxx
- Fisher College Information Systems Department
- Herb Chamber Group of Companies
- IRA Motors
- Boch Group of companies
- Local area colleges and universities
- Local non-profit organizations
My love of computers began when my family purchased one of the earliest home computers, the Apple II. Being the first kid on my block with a real computer opened my eyes to the amazing technological metamorphous that is enriching all of our lives.
In the business world, I wore many hats. I have rolled out groupware to a salesforce, written code as a programmer, facilitated application development as a business analyst, become a consultant, and conducted corporate training. However, I found my true calling in teaching college students how to use technology so that they will be successful in the business world.
At Fisher College, I have finally merged my two passions. I am lucky enough to teach full-time and to teach what I love. I am an assistant professor and also the program director for the Computer Information and Systems degrees. I teach both entry-level and advanced courses for this major.
Whether you are a business student or computer student, technology is waiting for you after graduation. Together, we will prepare you for the career that is YOUR passion!