BS in Information Systems

Houston Christian University’s BS in Information Systems (IS) degree program stands out by preparing you to seamlessly blend technological prowess with business acumen.

As part of the curriculum, you’ll familiarize yourself with popular coding languages Python, Java, JavaScript, PHP, C++, and HTML, fostering the ability to tackle real-world challenges. In addition, our program emphasizes essential business and math requirements to complement the tech-savvy side of the major and requires an integrated internship experience.

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Information Science Major Courses

Courses cover essential computer information systems design, manipulation, and management, leveraging real-world experience and faculty expertise to build professional skills in areas from network security to project management.

Courses in the information science major include:

• Introduction to Computer Programming
• Intermediate Computer Programming
• Web Application Programming
• Information Technology Infrastructure
• Data and Information Management
• Cyber Human Systems

Learn about specialized lab courses and equipment you may need before completing lab coursework.

Program Educational Objectives

The Program Educational Objectives are broadly stated goals pertaining to career and professional accomplishments desired for program graduates. Graduates of the Information Systems program are expected within a few years of graduation to:

• Establish themselves as practicing Information Systems professionals or engage in advanced study in a related or complementary area
• Engage in professional development in order to remain current in the field for enhanced understanding of current issues in Information Systems
• Receive positive recognition and reward for the productive application of their skills and knowledge

Student Outcomes

The Information Systems program seeks to instill student outcomes that are based on the needs of the program’s constituencies. The program expects students to attain, by the time of graduation, the following outcomes:

• An ability to analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
• An ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
• An ability to communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
• An ability to recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
• An ability to function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
• An ability to support the delivery, use, and management of information systems within an information systems environment.

Information Systems Enrollment

The bachelor of information systems degree at HCU prepares you to efficiently analyze computing problems and design, implement, and evaluate technology solutions for businesses and organizations or in commercial or public settings.

Take new computing theory, programming, and computer architecture skills and power them with knowledge of marketing, predictive analytics, and management principles in order to pursue rewarding careers and further education in information systems and information systems management.

Career Outcomes

As a major in the BS in Information Systems degree program, you will learn how to design, use, and manage computer information systems in environments that need trained professionals to recognize issues, optimize function, communicate with multiple stakeholders, and create solutions.

Our stimulating research opportunities and the chance to push the boundaries of the current field of computer systems provide the ideal breadth of experience for master’s degree programs and further professional education.

Salaries for Information Systems Majors

With the freedom to explore specializations and gain marketable skills in programming languages, systems design, health informatics, and more, the information systems degree program poises you to begin your career in lucrative fields and advance to reach higher salary potential.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the average annual compensation for jobs in information systems that require a bachelor’s degree or further education in IS or related fields:

• Computer Systems Analysts: $99,270
• Computer and Information Research Scientists: $131,490
• Computer and Information Systems Managers: $159,010

Prepare for Further Education and Professional Development

Houston Christian University’s tailored professional preparation is the secret ingredient that propels our students to achieve their lofty career goals.

Whether you go on to pursue research positions in higher education or industry or graduate programs in information systems, information sciences, informatics, or related computing fields, the Professional Experience Office (PXO) is a hub of hands-on help for getting prepared for the next step. Outside of the PXO, access more assistance through:

• Career and Calling’s academic and personal success programs
• Career advising, mentoring, and pre-professional services

Built-in Internship or Professional Experience

The BS in Information Systems degree program’s baked-in professional experience component introduces students to real-world situations in an internship setting or another research or industry environment.

Under a professional mentor and earning an hourly wage, students in the BS in Information Systems program’s internship semester pursue excellent work experience and learn the ropes in longer-term projects.

Learn about internships for HCU information systems majors.

Participate in Undergraduate Research

Information systems majors have a wide range of opportunities to connect with industry-leading faculty and participate hands-on in HCU’s robust research initiatives.

From collaborating closely with renowned scholars to innovating independent research, if students feel called to participate in uncovering new knowledge and techniques in the IS field or to pursue graduate studies, the College of Science and Engineering is the ideal incubator they need.

Review details of undergraduate research opportunities at COSE.