Associate of Science in Management Information Systems
Overview
Enhance Your Understanding of the Information Technology Field
The Associate of Science in Management Information Systems focuses on a number of conceptual and practical information technology (IT) topics. Featuring a choice of courses in programming logic, PC database software, visual basic programming, java programming, C# programming, XML fundamentals, and networking and communications, this innovative program covers a range of important IT issues. To help provide a context for understanding the role of the management information system (MIS) professional in a business environment, the curriculum also includes courses in accounting, organizational behavior, finance, business, and operations.
In addition to providing a solid foundation with which to pursue a bachelor’s degree, this program equips you to pursue an entry-level position within the information technology field.
Core Curriculum
College of Professional Studies and Lowell Institute School students who complete an associate degree will fulfill many of the same core curriculum requirements of all CPS and LIS bachelor?s degree programs. Core courses allow students to gain insights into disciplines other than their field of study and develop expertise in written and oral communication and critical thinking. The associate degree core requirements include the following:
Written Communication (9 q.h.)
Complete the following three courses:
| ENG 1004 | College English 1 | 3 q.h. |
| ENG 1005 | College English 2 | 3 q.h. |
| ENG 3006 | College English Workshop | 3 q.h. |
Diversity (3 q.h.)
Complete one of the following courses:
| CMN 2002 | Intercultural Communication | 3 q.h. |
| HST 2205 | Coming to America: The American Immigrant Experience | 3 q.h. |
| MGT 1503 | Managing in a Diverse and Changing World* | 3 q.h. |
| POL 2230 | Civil Liberties | 3 q.h. |
| SOC 1110 | Diversity | 3 q.h. |
| SOC 1635 | Race and Ethnicity | 3 q.h. |
| SOC 2440 | Gender and Work Roles in Society | 3 q.h. |
Information Literacy (3 q.h.)
| ITC | Information Technology Elective | 3 q.h. |
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| ITC 1001 | Introduction to PC Productivity Tools | 3 q.h. |
| ITC 1002 | Technology and Information Fluency | 3 q.h. |
| ITC 1120 | Website Design | 3 q.h. |
| ITC 1235 | Internet Essentials | 3 q.h. |
| ITC 1255 | Human-Computer Interaction | 3 q.h. |
Mathematics (6 q.h.)
Complete a minimum of six quarter hours from the following courses:
| MTH 1001 | College Algebra 1 | 3 q.h. |
| MTH 2002 | College Algebra 2 | 3 q.h. |
| MTH 2512 | Finite Mathematics | 3 q.h. |
| MTH 2101 | Precalculus | 3 q.h. |
| MTH 3005 | Calculus 1 | 4 q.h. |
| MTH 3010 | Calculus 2 | 4 q.h. |
| MTH 3015 | Calculus 3 | 4 q.h. |
| ECN 2001 | Statistics 1 | 3 q.h. |
| ECN 2002 | Statistics 2 | 3 q.h. |
Total Core Curriculum: 21 q.h.
*Lowell Institute School degree requirements vary.
See curriculum pages for more information.
Curriculum
Associate Degree Core (21 q.h.)
We require all associate degree students to complete the required core curriculum, allowing you to gain insight into disciplines other than your field of study.
Foundation Courses (6 q.h.)
Complete one of the following courses:
| PSY 1010 | Introduction to Psychology: Fundamental Issues | 3 q.h. |
| SOC 1001 | Sociology 1 (formerly Role, Culture, and the Individual) | 3 q.h. |
Complete one of the following courses:
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ITC 1230 |
PC Database Software (formerly Advanced PC Software) | 3 q.h. |
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ITC 2210 |
Programming Logic | 3 q.h. |
Major Courses (42 q.h.)
Complete two of the following courses:
| ACC 1001 | Financial Accounting 1 | 3 q.h. |
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ACC 2202 |
Financial Accounting 2 | 3 q.h. |
| FIN 2110 | Finance Basics for Managers | 3 q.h. |
Complete all of the following courses:
| BLW 1001 | Business Law 1 | 3 q.h. |
| HRM 2101 | Organizational Behavior | 3 q.h. |
| MGT 1001 | Dynamics of Business 1 | 3 q.h. |
| MGT 1002 | Dynamics of Business 2 | 3 q.h. |
| MKT 1001 | Principles of Marketing | 3 q.h. |
| OPM 1130 | Basics of Supply Chain Management | 3 q.h. |
| MIS 1101 | Structured Systems Analysis and Design 1 | 3 q.h. |
| MIS 1102 | Structured Systems Analysis and Design 2 | 3 q.h. |
Complete four of the following courses:
| ITC 1243 | Visual Basic Programming | 3 q.h. |
| ITC 3244 | Advanced Visual Basic Programming | 3 q.h. |
| ITC 2001 | Java Programming | 3 q.h. |
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ITC 2810 |
C# (C Sharp) Programming | 3 q.h. |
| ITC 1247 | XML Fundamentals | 3 q.h. |
| ITC 2610 | UNIX System Overview (formerly UNIX 1) | 3 q.h. |
| MIS 1107 | Networking and Communications | 3 q.h. |
Open Electives (18 q.h.)
Total Quarter Hours: 87
Admissions Requirements
Below are the official Admissions Requirements for this program.
- Online application
- Academic transcripts: submit one of the following
- Official high school degree
- Official GED
- Official associate degree showing degree conferral and date
- Transfer credit documentation: should be submitted with your application material
- Academic transcripts from each institution you previously attended:
- Official U.S. transcripts: if you applied previously earned credit toward your earned associate degree, you must request transcripts from each institution you attended.
- Official foreign transcripts: must include English translation. We encourage you to submit a course-by-course evaluation of your diploma(s) and transcript(s)
- College-level examinations: official examination score(s)
- Military evaluation
- Academic transcripts from each institution you previously attended:
- Proof of English language proficiency: ONLY for students for whom English is not their primary language: English language proficiency guidelines
For general admissions information and recommended admissions deadlines, Undergraduate Admissions.
All requirements must be received prior to review.
Tuition
Estimated total tuition for this program is $28,275.00.
Tuition for individual courses is based on the number of quarter hours. Most courses are 3-6 quarter hours. See Undergraduate Tuition Rates for details.
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Please note: The estimated total tuition is based on tuition rates for Academic Year 2011-12 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time.
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