Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Management Information Systems] From Washington State University

The program is offered by . Management information systems professionals analyze business processes, and then design, develop, implement and manage the information systems that support organizational needs. 

In contrast to the more technical areas of engineering or computer science, MIS professionals spend less time behind a computer screen, and more time with people helping them integrate information technology solutions and business processes to efficiently and effectively meet the information needs of their businesses.

Strengths of the program

• WSU has one of the few business programs in the U.S. in which all the business and accounting programs are fully accredited by AACSB International.
• Students can attend the MIS Alumni Event at Safeco field each spring to see a Mariners game, network with over 50 corporate representatives, and learn about the exciting field of MIS.
• The Mu Iota Sigma student professional organization, one of the first of its kind in the U.S., provides valuable leadership and networking opportunities.
• MIS and e-commerce students study in a state-of-the-art $500,000 e-classroom and share a new wireless classroom.
• Learn from top researchers and scholars--WSU business faculty are ranked 12th in the world in research productivity and maintain close relationships with high-tech leaders and businesses.
• Award-winning teaching faculty combine research and real-world experience into a dynamic classroom experience.
• WSU's MIS curriculum is at the international forefront and is the most comprehensive in the northwestern U.S.

Career

As an MIS professional, you can work anywhere in the world for any kind of organization.

You can choose from fields such as consulting, public accounting, information technology, aerospace, e-commerce, insurance, energy, and security. Graduates build successful careers as consultants, business analysts, systems analysts, technology and risk assurance auditors, network and systems administrators, project managers, and computer training and support personnel.

Many of WSU's graduates seek positions in the Northwest, although some accept jobs throughout the world. 

Employers who have hired graduates from the MIS program include Andersen Consulting, AT&T Wireless, Boeing, Eddie Bauer, Hewlett Packard, IBM, Intel Corp., Itron, Microsoft, Motorola, Principal Financial Group, SAFECO, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Bank, U.S. West, and Weyerhaeuser.