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. Forecasts for the year 2007 show the occupations with the highest growth rate are in the computing fields.

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	22

Technology Core	16
CIS 100 Computer Concepts	2
CIS 112 Microsoft Applications for Business Students	2
CIS 155 Software Development I	4
CIS 212 Computer Assisted Problem Solving for Business	2
CIS 220 Network Concepts	2
CIS 250 Systems Analysis and Design	4

Business Electives	6
Choose from the following:
IS 105 or Above
CIS 200-299 not in the Technology Core
MGT 121 Introduction to Business (4 cr.)
MGT 228 Customer Service (2 cr.)


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

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

Bulletin Year: 2008 - 2009 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.