Program Benefits

Highly-competitive companies need information systems that are secure, help create competitive advantage, improve business performance, and meet business goals and objectives. Courses in this program are delivered in a combination of on-campus and online formats. Students can choose a concentration in Programming or Information Security. Students learn to manage many aspects of Information Systems. Courses have extensive hands-on components that allow students to use a variety of tools to explore their areas of concentration.

Career Benefits

Many course projects parallel actual customer requirements, giving students experience in dealing with the dynamics of real world projects. Coupled with the right work experience, graduates from this program may qualify for the following career opportunities:

• Information Systems Manager
• Systems Analyst
• Database Manager
• Chief Information Officer (CIO)
• Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Programming Track

• Computer Software Engineer
• Web/Application Developer
• Senior Programmer/Analyst
• Programming Section Manager

Security Track

• Chief Security Officer
• Security Compliance Officer
• Information Assurance Analyst
• Information Security Manager
• Computer Security Specialist

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this degree, the graduate will be able to:

• Analyze, design, and document computer network specifications to meet client needs
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot system hardware, software applications, and operating systems
• Apply basic information systems theory and concepts to the functional areas of business
• Demonstrate project management tools and techniques as they apply to Information Systems projects
• Demonstrate knowledge of programming processes including planning, writing, testing, executing, and debugging
• Apply concepts of database design, development, and management
• Recognize the risks in information technology and information management
• Map the security risks of a company and prepare strategies to protect against risks

Certifications

Cleary University’s BS in Computer Information Systems prepares students for the Certified Computing Professional (CCP) certification exam, which is administered by the Institute for Certification of Computing Professionals (ICCP). Course work in the major, along with review of the study guide, prepares students to sit for the CCP exam. To be certified, candidates must pass one core and two specialty exams and either have a bachelor’s degree and two years of full-time professional work experience in the IT field, or four years of experience without a bachelor’s degree.