Computer Information Systems

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Program Overview

Don’t just earn a computer degree. Graduate with a versatile and accredited bachelor’s degree in computer information systems from a Christian university. Quality matters in the technology job market and USF understands that you have many choices for a degree. Gain the technical and business training necessary to be an asset to any business.

Learning Outcomes

  • Students will demonstrate facility with principle computer applications used by IT and network administrators.
  • Students will demonstrate the ability to plan, implement and manage an IT project across a business environment.
  • Students will be able to design and use valid mathematical models and apply them to solve realistic problems involving business applications and computer algorithms. 
  • Students will distinguish between syntax (the concrete) and semantics (the abstract) by writing programs in at least two different languages that perform the same function. These two programs should model mathematical structures utilizing an object-oriented programming language. 
  • Students will show the ability to engage in statistical reasoning and the capacity to produce and interpret statistical information.

Outcomes

A degree in computer information systems opens up a wide range of career opportunities. Graduates can pursue roles such as systems analysts, network administrators, database administrators, software developers or IT consultants. They may work in various industries, including technology firms, finance, healthcare, government or education. 

Other options include positions in cybersecurity, web development, project management or business intelligence, where they can leverage their skills in technology and data management to drive innovation and solve complex problems in the digital age.

Career Outlook

  • Average Salary: $74,502
  • Job Postings: 2,828

Average salary is based on a 2024 NACE Salary Survey. Job posting data is for software developer positions and is provided by Lightcast. This number represents unique job postings from companies looking to hire in the last 30 days as of May 2024.

Computer Information Systems Degree Options

B.S.

Computer Information Systems

A bachelor’s degree from USF in computer information systems will lead to a career in system analysis, system design, programming or system project management.

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Minor

Computer Information Systems

A minor in computer information systems at USF provides students with foundational knowledge and practical skills in the field of information technology.

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