Information Systems Major (Bachelor of Science)
The information systems major serves those students who want a career that focuses on the integrating information technology solutions and business processes to meet the information needs of businesses and other enterprises, enabling them to achieve their objectives in an effective, efficient way. The program prepares graduates for a variety of IS careers in business, government, and non-profit organizations.
A student majoring in information systems must complete the core requirements and cognates, the general studies program, and all baccalaureate degree requirements as outlined in this bulletin. Senior students are required to take the MFT exams in both Business and Computer Science.
Core Requirements:
CPTR 495: 6 quarters required or number of quarters in residence at WWU, whichever is less
CPTR 494: Three or more required. Cooperative education must be in the areas of electronic business strategy, architecture and design; information systems theory and practice; physical design and implementation in emerging environments; project management and practice.
Business Fundamentals
Cognates:
Mathematics - select from the following courses: 4
Science - select from the following courses: 12
Communication - select from the following courses: 3-4
| SPCH 207 | Small Group Communication | 3 |
| SPCH 310 | Interpersonal and Nonverbal Communication | 3 |
Recommended Courses:
| CIS 140 | Computer Business Applications | 4 |
| JOUR 148 | Creativity and Communication | 3 |
| RELH 303 | World Religions | 4 |
| HIST | Non - U.S. History | 4-8 |
| LANG | Foreign Language | 0-12 |
MATH 123, MATH 181, and MATH 281: Prerequisites Required