Information Systems and Operations Management
Q. Gu, Chairperson
bsu.edu/isom
The Computer Information Systems (CIS) major provides students with the technical, analytical skills, and knowledge for design, implementation, and maintenance of computer information systems in business and other organizations. As a graduate of the Computer Information Systems program, students find job opportunities as a systems analyst, application developer, business analyst, computer support specialist, consultant, hardware salesman, information center consultant, software salesman, project manager, or information systems manager, network administrator, database administrator, Web administrator, e-commerce analyst, information security expert, webmaster, network support and administration, information officer and technical/end user support. Our CIS graduates go to work for global services firms, IT consulting firms, public accounting firms, defense industry firms, hospitals, banks, management consulting firms, federal and state government, software companies, consulting companies, computer and networking companies, telecommunications companies, airline industry, computer industry, insurance companies, Web design firms, and universities.
The Logistics and Supply Chain Management (LSCM) major is the area of study that teaches students to systematically make management decisions using appropriate tools to manage logistics and supply chain processes in both services and manufacturing organizations. LSCM majors deal with the management of processes that create goods and services. Major subject areas include in-bound and out-bound logistics in global supply chains, scheduling and planning, inventory management, supply chain management, quality management, project management, quantitative business analysis, customer relationship management, procurement, multi-modal transportation, pricing and economics, warehousing, packaging and materials handling, etc. Our LSCM graduates find job opportunities as purchasing managers, warehouse supervisors, customs specialists, procurement managers, global logistics managers, inventory planners, logistics automation specialists, transportation solutions analysts, materials coordinators, directors of logistics, distribution center managers, logistics analysts, and quality control analysts in automobile industry, computer industry, financial industry, manufacturing and transportation industry, pharmaceutical industry, retail and health care industry.
The Business Analytics (BA) major is the study of the big data that teaches students methods and processes of gathering large amount of data from business, media, economics, healthcare, etc. and then using statistical methods to convert the data into usable knowledge and insights for business leaders, policy makers, media and medical professionals to make decisions and develop strategic plans. Graduates of the Business Analytics program will be employed as big data analysts in various industries such as banking, consulting, e-commerce, finance, investment, information technology (IT), marketing, media, health care, and government. They may work with research & development (R&D) teams to develop strategies and systems for customized data needs or work with IT specialists to improve the security and efficiency of data processes or work with business executives to determine the health and direction of a specific aspect of the organization. Our BA graduates find job opportunities as big data analyst, business analyst, data administrator, analytics manager, or data scientist.
The Computer Technology (BA/BS) program transforms students into technology leaders in a sustainable global economy. This is achieved by presenting students with a strong foundation in the concepts, theories, and practices that serve as the basis for the varying aspects of information technology. This includes the design, implementation, and administration of secured systems and networks. Students then have the opportunity to develop expertise in specialty areas of interest through electives in higher level technology courses. Since the purpose of information technology is to facilitate the goals and objectives of a business or organization, students are required to complete the Minor in Business Administration for Computer Technology. With an understanding of how organizations operate, students will be able to more effectively design systems and networks that will support the needs of the business or organization.