B.S. in Computer Information Systems (CIS)

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS

CHOOSE FROM TRACKS IN INFORMATION SYSTEMS OR WEB AND DIGITAL MEDIA

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS (CIS)

The CIS major offers students the opportunity to apply the theory, decision-making strategies and technology tools used in today’s marketplace. At Beacon College, our Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems (CIS) degree will prepare you for a career in this fast- growing field. You’ll learn how to use technology to enhance business operations and develop key skills needed by many employers.

The Beacon Difference At Beacon College, you will work with professors who understand how you learn. And, from day one you will learn by doing, working on hands-on projects and activities that enhance learning as you apply new skills to critical thinking and

creative problem solving using computers and technology. Why You’ll Love Studying CIS at Beacon

With either of our CIS tracks, you’ll learn how to analyze situations involving technology, data and digital media. You’ll start to think critically, reason clearly and communicate effectively as an individual or in a team. You’ll develop the skills needed to directly impact an organization’s strategic goals with real-world experience you can take into the job market. Hands-on Training Our students have created some impressive work. The knowledge, skills, and experience you gain — in the classroom and through internships — will boost your résumé and your confidence with real-world, real-work experience.

TWO PATHS TO YOUR FUTURE

The B.S. in Computer Information Systems program at Beacon College offers two distinctly different industry tracks:

Information Systems Track involves designing systems and managing information — and keeping them secure. You’ll learn how to process data so it becomes meaningful information that organizations can use to make informed decisions. You’ll also be exposed to the hardware and software concepts of information systems.

Web and Digital Media Track combines critical thinking with hands-on production skills. Using industry standard applications, you will learn how to develop creative, engaging design solutions to achieve professional communication goals.

Looking to enhance your options? Whatever your major, you can enhance your marketability by adding one of these business and technology minors to your studies: • Computer information systems

80 HOURS OF HANDS-ON WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR ALL CIS MAJORS

• Web and digital media • Business management • Game design • Entrepreneurship • Studio Arts

INFORMATION SYSTEMS TRACK

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DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO SUCCEED?

Information Systems may be the field for you if you: • Are a concrete and analytical thinker • Do your best as a hands-on learner

• Can explain technical issues • Learn by doing and exploring

Recent Internships CIS majors in the information systems track have landed some great internships, including: • Project Development, Dell Technologies • Tech Analyst, Tractor Supply • Software Programmer, OCI Associates, Inc. Career Paths — Information Systems Track • Assistive technology support • Systems analyst • Computer support specialist • IT security • Medical records clerk • Network design and maintenance • Telecommunications • Database management • Help desk representative • Information technology support

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Program Requirements A total of 120 credits are required for graduation with 51 credits required in the major. Required Courses (51 credits) • Computer Hardware and Software (3 credits) • Computer Programming Concepts (3 credits) • Electronic Commerce (3 credits) • Introduction to Assistive Technology (3 credits) • Networking and Communications (3 credits) • Internet Technologies (3 credits) • Ethical Hacking & Network Defense (3 credits) • Database Management (3 credits) • Systems Analysis and Design (3 credits) • Business Applications (3 credits) • Management Science (3 credits) • Management Information Systems (3 credits) • Business Electives (6 credits) • CIS Electives* (9 credits)

* Selected from CIS/Digital Media or Business Management/Hospitality electives

WEB & DIGITAL MEDIA TRACK

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DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO SUCCEED?

Recent Internships CIS majors in the Web and Digital Media Track have landed some great internships, including: • Publication Design, Akers Media • Graphic/Web Design, Rock Paper Simple • Web Support, WTJX Virgin Islands Broadcasting Career Paths — Web & Digital Media Track Web & Digital Media may be the field for you if you: • Are a visual learner • Do your best with hands-on learning • Embrace the creative process • Enjoy puzzles and problem solving

• Advertising design • Digital illustration • Digital imaging • Digital audio and video editing • Graphic design

• Publication design • Photography • Photo retouching • Web design

For more information about these and other major contact the Office of Admissions at 855-220-53 or visit our website at BeaconCollege.edu/a

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Our Web & Digital Media Track offers you training in graphic communications, digital imaging, web page production, and digital media

Program Requirements A total of 120 credits are required for graduation with 51 credits required in the major.

Required Courses (51 credits) • Digital Imaging and Design (3 credits) • Web Design (3 credits) • Visual Communications (3 credits) • Digital Video I (3 credits) • Publication Design (3 credits) • Vector Illustration and Layout (3 credits) • Web Production Strategies (3 credits)

• Advertising Design (3 credits) • Project Development (3 credits) • Portfolio Seminar (3 credits) • Digital Media Electives* (21)

* Selected from CIS/Digital Media, Art, or Business Management electives

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