The Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems provides students with both a foundation in business and skills in management information systems, rather than a foundational focus on computer science. The skill set combination teaches students to provide solutions and achieve goals for companies, non-profit organizations and government agencies. The program also equips students with expertise from a holistic business perspective, versus merely a micro-level or science perspective and will allow them to combine their knowledge of computing and organizations to bridge the gap between technical and business specialists.
Learning Outcomes
- Provide the analytical and practical frameworks and methodologies necessary to analyze, design, implement and manage complex information systems in contemporary organizational structures.
- Provide knowledge of the principles necessary for understanding basic computer hardware and software systems to ensure the data quality, transmission, processing and storage necessary to facilitate organizational decision making and general operations.
- Develop competencies in applying systems analysis and design strategies and techniques in realistic marketplace environments.
- Provide a balance between technical and organizational knowledge for a variety of professional organizations.
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Tuition Estimates
On-campus
$10,035/yr*
Online
$11,580/yr*
Based on 120 credit hours over 4 years.
*These numbers represent an estimate of the in-state tuition cost for this program and do not include fees. To get an estimate of the full cost of attendance check out the cost of attendance page and/or use the tuition calculator.
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You can submit your non-refundable application fee online, after completing the online application. Alternately, it can also be mailed to the university, payable to University of Illinois Springfield.
Domestic students: Undergraduate - $50, Graduate - $60;
International students: Undergraduate - $60, Graduate - $75.
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Career Outlook & Potential Earnings
Graduates of this program may find opportunities in the following careers. Data sourced from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Computer Systems Analysts
Bright OutlookAnalyze science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to develop and implement solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perfo
Analyze science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to develop and implement solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions, improve existing computer systems, and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and schedule limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software.
Median Annual Wage
$105,850
Wage Range
$67,340 – $167,710
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, Some college, no degree
Health Informatics Specialists
Bright OutlookApply knowledge of nursing and informatics to assist in the design, development, and ongoing modification of computerized health care systems. May educate staff and assist in problem solving to promot
Apply knowledge of nursing and informatics to assist in the design, development, and ongoing modification of computerized health care systems. May educate staff and assist in problem solving to promote the implementation of the health care system.
Median Annual Wage
$105,850
Wage Range
$67,340 – $167,710
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Master’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, Post-baccalaureate certificate
Computer Network Support Specialists
Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), cloud networks, servers, and other data communications networks. Perfor
Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), cloud networks, servers, and other data communications networks. Perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.
Median Annual Wage
$76,220
Wage Range
$47,120 – $127,780
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Associate’s degree, Some college, no degree
Computer Network Architects
Bright OutlookDesign and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. Perform network model
Design and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning, including analysis of capacity needs for network infrastructures. May also design network and computer security measures. May research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software.
Median Annual Wage
$134,050
Wage Range
$79,900 – $202,680
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Post-secondary certificate, Associate’s degree
Telecommunications Engineering Specialists
Bright OutlookDesign or configure wired, wireless, and satellite communications systems for voice, video, and data services. Supervise installation, service, and maintenance.
Median Annual Wage
$134,050
Wage Range
$79,900 – $202,680
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Post-secondary certificate, Bachelor’s degree, Some college, no degree
Database Architects
Bright OutlookDesign strategies for enterprise databases, data warehouse systems, and multidimensional networks. Set standards for database operations, programming, query processes, and security. Model, design, and
Design strategies for enterprise databases, data warehouse systems, and multidimensional networks. Set standards for database operations, programming, query processes, and security. Model, design, and construct large relational databases or data warehouses. Create and optimize data models for warehouse infrastructure and workflow. Integrate new systems with existing warehouse structure and refine system performance and functionality.
Median Annual Wage
$139,500
Wage Range
$86,240 – $204,000
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, Post-secondary certificate
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