The computer science degree prepares you for a career in software and web development, as a systems analyst, software engineer, or computer programmer.
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Bachelor's Degree
PROGRAM TYPE
Undergraduate
LOCATION
Main Campus - Cape
Online Computer Information Systems Degree
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Bachelor's Degree
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Boldly power your career on your timeline.
SEMO's computer informations systems (CIS) program prepares you to create the software government and businesses need to thrive. Not only will you learn how to create the software, but how to analyze information to make intelligent digital solutions.
In addition to your online course work, gain experience-driven opportunities through a project for an actual client. You can also obtain more experiential learning opportunities by completing an internship, working right along industry professionals and learning valuable skills and knowledge in your field.
Where Bold Ideas Take Shape
As an online computer information systems major at SEMO, learn the fundamental principles of computing, information infrastructure, and cyber management needed to thrive in your field. More specifically, you’ll drive real change:
- Choose from three track options: Artificial Intelligence, Business Administration, and Cybersecurity, to get a degree that fits your goals.
- Continue working, secure an internship or balance life’s other responsibilities by taking online courses.
- Become proficient in modern language programming.
What Can You Do with an Online Computer Information Systems Degree?
SEMO's accredited computer information systems (CIS) program drives your career options in development, IT, and networking.
Prepare to meet your goals by meeting the technology needs of business. And, in a field where jobs are expected to grow 12% by 2026 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the marketplace will be waiting for you.
Online CIS Degree program graduates can earn jobs as:
- Application Analysts
- Data Analysts
- Database Administrators
- Information Systems Managers
- IT Consultant and Systems Analysts
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CIS Degree Salaries & Outcomes
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$112k
Computer Systems Analyst
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for a Computer Systems Analyst is $111,960.
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$128k
Information Security Analyst
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for an information security analyst is $127,730.
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$188k
Computer & Information Systems Manager
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for computer and information systems managers is $187,990.
Computer Information Systems Curriculum
The Computer Information Systems degree requires a minimum of 120 credit hours to complete, including the general education requirements and at least 39 senior division hours.
78 Hour Major – No Minor Required
Core Courses:
- CS101 Introduction to Computer Programming (3)
- CS155 Computer Science I (3)
- CS265 Computer Science II (3)
- CS300 Computer Science III (3)
- CS433 Data Analytics (3)
- CS440 Database (3)
- CS445 Software Engineering (3)
- CS499 Capstone Experience (3)
- CY201 Introduction to Cybersecurity (3)
- IS145 Introduction to Web Development (3)
- IS175 Information Systems I (3)
- IS245 Web Development and Security (3)
- IS275 Computer Information Systems II (3)
- IS299 Security in Data Protocols (3)
- IS340 Information Technology (3)
- IS360 Mobile Application Development (3)
- IS420 Human Computer Interaction (3)
- IS440 Web Design for Electronic Commerce (3)
- IS448 IS/IT Project Management (3)
- IS465 Management Support Systems (3)
- IU315 Ethics in the Cyber World (3)
- MA223 Elementary Probability and Statistics (3)
Choose One Track:
Artificial Intelligence and Gaming – Choose 12 hours:
- CS173 Introduction to Game Development (3)
- CS2xx Character Development and Storycrafting (3)
- CS373 Game Programming I (3)
- CS453 Machine Learning (3)
- CS473 Game Programming II (3)
- CS485 Internship in Computer Science (3)
- CS505 Data Mining (3)
- CS506 Cloud Computing (3)
- CS533 Mobile Computing (3)
- CS575 Advanced Web Development (3)
- CS591 Advanced Artificial Intelligence (3)
Cybersecurity – Choose 12 hours:
- CS351 C and the Posix Environment (3)
- CS480 Data Communications (3)
- CS485 Internship in Computer Science (3)
- CY101 Fundamentals of Cybersecurity (3)
- CY320 Access Control (3)
- CY410 Web Application Security (3)
- CY450 Introduction to Cyber Operations (3)
- CY530 Computer Network Security and Defense (3)
- TN275 Introduction to Networks (3)
- TN375 Routing and Switching Essentials (3)
Healthcare and Business Administration – Choose 12 hours:
- AC221 Principles of Accounting I (3)
- CS485 Internship in Computer Science (3)
- EC225 Principles of Macroeconomics (3)
- ER361 Principles of Entrepreneurship (3)
- HA510 Healthcare Performance Improvement (3)
- HA520 Healthcare Quality and Value (3)
- HA540 Healthcare Informatics (3)
- HA545 Healthcare Database Systems (3)
- HA556 Healthcare Topics (3)
- HA557 Healthcare Law and Regulatory Compliance (3)
- HA586 Healthcare Strategy and Marketing (3)
- IS575 IS/IT Strategy and Management (3)
- MG301 Principles of Management (3)
- MG362 Management Skills (3)
- MI375 Management Information Systems. (3)
- MK301 Principles of Marketing (3)
- Social and Behavioral Sciences – 6 hours
- Constitution Requirement – 3 hours
- Written Communication – 6 hours
- Oral Communication – 3 hours
- Natural Sciences – 7 hours (from two disciplines, one to include a lab)
- Mathematics – 3 hours
- Humanities & Fine Arts – 9 hours (from at least two disciplines)
- Additional requirements – 5 hours (to include UI100 for native students)
- Civics examination
First Year
Fall Semester (16)
- UI100 (1 hour)
- EN100 (3 hours)
- IS175 (3 hours)
- CS101 (3 hours)
- MA116* (3 hours)
- General Education (3 hours)
*MA116 is a prerequisite to MA223.
Spring Semester (16)
- CS155 (4 hours)
- IS145 (3 hours)
- IS275 (3 hours)
- IU315 (3 hours)
- General Education** (3 hours)
**If the Business Administration track is chosen, take EC215 as a prerequisite to EC225.
Second Year
Fall Semester (15)
- IS245(4 hours)
- IS340 (3 hours)
- MA223 (3 hours)
- Track course(3 hours)
Spring Semester (15)
- CS300 (3 hours)
- IS299 (3 hours)
- General Education (3 hours)
- General Education (3 hours)
Third Year
Fall Semester (15)
- CS440 (3 hours)
- CY201 (3 hours)
- Track Course (3 hours)
- General Education (3 hours)
- General Education (3 hours)
- General Education (3 hours)
Spring Semester (15)
- IS420 (3 hours)
- IS440 (3 hours)
- General Education (3 hours)
- General Education (3 hours)
Fourth Year
Fall Semester (15)
- CS445 (3 hours)
- IS448 (3 hours)
- Track Course (3 hours)
- General Education (3 hours)
- General Education (3 hours)
Spring Semester (12)
- IS465 (1 hour)
- CS499 (3 hours)
- Track Course (3 hours)
- General Education (3 hours)
- General Education (2 hours)
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Harrison College of Business & Computing
This program is housed in the Harrison College of Business and Computing. The College prepares students for the global marketplace. Alumni work for some of the world’s largest corporations to some of today’s most innovative startups. The focus is on creating and innovating, data and trends, supported by faculty mentors who themselves are leaders in business and computing.
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Missouri’s opened the door to a more educated workforce. We want to help you walk through it. If you’re an adult learner and a Missouri resident returning to college, learn about the Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant. It’s a statewide financial aid program that can be used to pursue a certificate, degree or industry-recognized credential in a high need area in Missouri. This major is eligible for the Fast Track grant.
Southeast has given me an education to pursue the career I want and has offered the personal experiences that I would not have been exposed to anywhere else.
Zach Buchheit
'18, Computer Information SystemsÂ
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Getting the Job
Your education is just one piece to launching an extraordinary career. Once you’ve mastered the material, you still have to find the job you want, make the right connections, and sell your knowledge and experience—if all this is giving you anxiety, don’t panic. SEMO’s Career Services office is here to help you with the next step. Our boldly supportive faculty will provide the expertise and support you need, so you’re landing your dream job in no time.
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Graduate Schools
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Bachelor's Degree
PROGRAM TYPE
Undergraduate
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Main Campus - Cape
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