The Computer Information Systems major prepares students seeking careers in computer systems services or entrance to graduate study in Computer Information Systems or a related field. Computer systems services include application programming, documentation, support services, acquisitions, organizational systems planning, and maintenance. Computer Information Systems courses are also useful electives for students in other majors and are recommended as a minor field of study for many majors.
Students majoring in Computer Information Systems are advised to consider a minor in Business Administration or electives in Accounting, Economics, Management, or another field of interest where they might apply their skills. First-year students are expected to complete CIS 110, CIS 120, MA 132, and MA 155. Students needing preparation for MA 155 Finite Mathematics or MA 150 Discrete Mathematical Structures must plan to complete that preparation during the first year. Senior students must successfully complete a Computer Information Systems internship.
A minimum grade of C- is required in every course that serves as a prerequisite for a higher-numbered course within the Computer Information Systems major.
Liberal Arts Core requirements: All Liberal Arts Core requirements must be fulfilled. It is recommended that students work with an advisor to ensure compliance.
Major requirements (45 credits): CIS 110 Introduction to Computer Information Systems; CIS 120 Programming Concepts; CIS 210 Systems Analysis; CIS 220 Systems Design; CIS 300 Introduction to Decision Analysis; CIS 310 Database Systems Applications; CIS 312 System Software and Hardware; CIS 330 Distributed Processing and Telecommunications; CIS 350 Project Management; CIS 370 Advanced Programming; CIS 400 Internship for 6 credits; 9 credit hours in CS/CIS, 3 of which must be at the 300-level; MA 132 Statistical Analysis; MA 150 Discrete Mathematical Structures; MA 155 Finite Mathematics; MGT 123 The Business Experience; MGT 304 Organizational Management; ACT 201 Introduction to Financial Accounting; MGT 391 Business Writing and Speaking; MKT 301 Principles of Marketing.
Students transferring from other institutions must complete 21 of their major credits (CIS/CS) at Marymount University.
Minor requirements: CIS 110 Introduction to Computer Information Systems, CIS 120 Programming Concepts, CIS 210 Systems Analysis, CIS 220 Systems Design, and 6 additional credits selected from 300-level CIS courses.