Bachelor of Science In Information Systems

Program Overview:

The Bachelor of Science in Information Systems (BSIS) program includes the study, application and effect of information technology to organizations. Graduates of the program should be able to implement an information system, which considers complex technological and organizational factors affecting it. These include components, tools, techniques, strategies, and methodologies. Graduates are able to help an organization determine how information and technology-enabled business processes can be used as strategic tool to achieve a competitive advantage. As a result, IS professionals require a sound understanding of organizational principles and practices so that they can serve as an effective bridge between the technical and management and user communities within an organization. This enables them to ensure that the organization has the information and the systems it needs to support its operations (CMO No. 25, 2015).

Program Educational Objectives:

1. Graduates will thrive as industry professionals or technopreneurs by leveraging advanced technical expertise, innovative problem-solving, and strategic thinking to drive technological innovation and business growth in a dynamic global landscape.

2. Graduates will exemplify integrity and professionalism in their respective fields of specialization, upholding ethical standards, advocating inclusivity, and harnessing technology to drive innovation and meaningful societal impact.

3. Graduates will embody a commitment to lifelong learning by continuously enhancing their expertise through relevant certifications, advanced education, and active professional engagement, ensuring adaptability to emerging technologies and industry innovations.

Subjects and Curriculum:

• IT Service Management
• Enterprise Resource Planning
• Customer Relationship Management
• Supply Chain Management
• IS Innovations and New Technologies
• Enterprise Systems
• IT Audit and Controls

Program Outcome:

Graduates of Information Systems are expected to be able to::

• Apply knowledge in business processes, computing, mathematics, social sciences and other competencies in creating information systems as suitable strategic business solutions receptive to global advancement.
• Analyze a problem, identify and define computing requirements with respect to organizational factors, and plan strategies for its solution.
• Evaluate information systems in terms of general quality attributes and possible trade-offs presented within the given requirements.
• Design, implement, and evaluate information systems, processes, components, or programs, and source cost-benefit-efficient alternatives to meet needs, goals, and constraints.
• Use knowledge and understanding of enterprises in modeling and designing information systems.
• Deploy and effectively use the skills, tools, and techniques necessary for information systems practice.
• Function effectively on teams, recognizing different roles and ways of organizing teams, to accomplish a common goal.
• Communicate effectively with a range of audiences through technical writing, presentations, negotiation, and numeracy.
• Recognize legal, social, ethical, and professional issues in the use of computer technology and adopt appropriate practices in local and global communities.
• Recognize the need for and engage in independent, lifelong learning and performance improvement for continuing professional development.

Career Opportunities:

Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Information Systems (BSIS) program may pursue diverse career opportunities in information systems, business, technology, and management. They may pursue careers as:

• Systems Analyst
• Business Analyst
• Information Systems Specialist
• Organizational Process Analyst
• Data Analyst
• Business Intelligence Analyst
• Solutions Specialist
• ERP / CRM Specialist
• Database Administrator
• IT Project Coordinator / Manager
• IS Project Management Personnel
• IT Auditor / Controls Analyst
• IT Service Management Specialist
• Application / Systems Developer
• End-User Trainer
• Documentation Specialist
• Quality Assurance Specialist
• IT Consultant
• Technopreneur