What will I study?

The MIS program at Northwestern College enables students to obtain an in-depth understanding of how information technology functions in the business world. Training is provided in three broad areas: low-level technical skills in programming and application development, high-level design and analysis skills, and business and management skills.

The management information systems program involves applying computer technology, quantitative techniques, and administrative skills to the information processing requirements of organizations. The management information systems major combines computer technology with management decision-making methods to analyze, design, implement, and manage computerized information systems in an organizational environment.

What makes Northwestern College a great place to study MIS?

• Small class settings
• One-on-one teacher-student approach
• Christian environment
• Excellence in education based in biblical ethics
• Research and internship opportunities
  • Target
  • Wells Fargo
  • KPMG LLP
  • Guidant
  • Thomson West
  • Allina

Management Information Systems Major – Bachelor of Science

The management information systems major is designed to give the student the tools needed to develop, use, and manage computer-based systems. Training is provided in three broad areas: low-level technical skills in programming and application development; high-level design and analysis skills; and business and management skills. Students completing this program are prepared to function effectively in a variety of positions such as business application programmers, systems analysts, database administrators and information systems managers. The degree is granted upon completion of 134 credits (40 credits must be in 3000- or 4000-level courses).

• Philosophy course in core curriculum: BUS4435 [WCE].
• Natural World mathematics course in core curriculum: one of MAT2035, MAT2121.
• Social Science course in core curriculum: ECO2201.
• Students must receive a grade of "C" or better in all Business Core courses. Courses with grades below "C" must be repeated.

Note: WCE = Written Communication Emphasis; OCE = Oral Communication Emphasis. See the catalog for explanation and prerequisites.