Computer Information Systems - Associate of Business

This program provides a basic foundation of knowledge in the computing area and the ability to apply computer theory to business applications. Graduates find employment in organizations ranging from small firms to large corporations as computing technicians, providers of help desk services and software trainers.

For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Business (College of Business) department page.

Total Credits Required



Liberal Studies	20
EN 111 College Composition I	4
EN 211 College Composition II [Div I]	4
MA 103 Finite Mathematics [Div II]	4
MA 171 Introduction to Probability and Statistics [Div V]	4
Liberal Studies Elective*	4


Health Promotion	1
HP 200 Physical Well Being	1


Required Courses in Major	20

Computer Information Systems Core	18
CIS 100 Computer Concepts	2
CIS 112 Microsoft Applications for Business Students	2
CIS 155 Software Development I or	4
CS 120 Computer Science I (4 cr.) [Div V]
CIS 212 Computer Assisted Problem Solving for Business	2
CIS 226 Introduction to Networks and Security	4
CIS 250 Systems Analysis and Design	4

Business Electives	4
Choose 4 credits from College of Business courses 100-299 not otherwise required.
College of Business Electives	4


Other Required Courses	12
ACT 240 Principles of Accounting II	4
ACT 230 Principles of Accounting I	4
SP 100 Public Address or	4
SP 110 Interpersonal Communication (4 cr.) or
SP 120 Small Group Process (4 cr.)


General Electives	8
Recommended Courses:
CS 101 Web Site Construction (4 cr.) [Div V]

EC 201 Microeconomic Principles (4 cr.) **
EC 202 Macroeconomic Principles (4 cr.) **

*Liberal studies electives must be taken outside the College of Business.

**If transfering to a CIS bachelor of science degree program after associate graduation, EC 201 and EC 202 should be taken as electives.

Bulletin Year: 2012 - 2013 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.