Bachelor of Science in Technical Management - Management of Information Systems

Overview

The Technical Management degree is designed to prepare students for a variety of managerial/supervisory positions in today’s electronic business environment. The program will teach students how to think critically, employ applied research and problem-solving skills to evaluate, manage, and improve business processes.

As information systems become more advanced and increasingly global, the need for Information Systems specialists increases as well. The Management of Information Systems (MIS) Specialty focuses on the business processes of organizations and the information technology utilized in those organizations. The program prepares MIS students to learn to design, implement, and maintain effective information systems in organizations. The MIS specialty is designed to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for information systems development and support positions. MIS jobs such as business analyst and chief technology officer are reported among the most recession-proof jobs. In conjunction with the Technical Management degree curriculum, this program gives students a foundation for supervising or managing different components of the organization’s information systems. To earn the Technical Management degree with the MIS Specialization, degree-seeking students must complete the management electives as listed in the catalog, and satisfy the MIS Technical Specialty and upperlevel open elective requirements as listed below. Graduates of this program may find new opportunities in aviation or nonaviation related fields.

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