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Information Systems

Dive into the world of information systems, where technology meets business strategy, and discover how you can become the architect of digital solutions that drive innovation and transform industries. Unlock the door to a future where your skills not only keep pace with the rapidly evolving tech landscape but also lead the charge in shaping it.

Available as
Certificate, Major, or Minor
Description

Combine the Studies of Business and Technology

Learn how to design, develop, deploy, and manage computer-enhanced information systems and use them to solve modern-day challenges. Unique projects, competitions, and internships with businesses will provide you with professional experiences and the opportunity to build your skillset. 

With a curriculum that is constantly updated to reflect the ever-evolving tech landscape, students gain expertise in areas such as data management, cybersecurity, and business analytics. Career possibilities for Information Systems graduates are both diverse and in-demand, ranging from data analysts and system developers to IT consultants and project managers. These roles are pivotal in shaping the infrastructure of today's tech-driven businesses and offer substantial growth potential. Along with technology knowledge and skills, you will learn how to write, speak and listen effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences — and how to leverage this knowledge when working with diverse teams.

For students seeking a career that keeps pace with innovation and offers a competitive edge in the job market, an Information Systems degree is a solid foundation for success.

Degree Types

Program Details

Degree Types
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Degree Level undergraduate
Available asCertificate, Major, or Minor
Program Length 4 years
Campus
Eau Claire
Offered
On Campus
Requires a minor No
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Accreditation Information

Our academic programs are among the best. We are accredited by AACSB International, a mark of excellence achieved by less than 5% of all business schools worldwide.

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Personalized Curriculum

A wide range of information systems electives allows you to explore passions and specialize your studies. Dive into software development, project management, digital imaging, programming, and more. Your foundational knowledge of how technology works to improve businesses will make you a desirable candidate for many employers.

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Internship Opportunities

Many internships are available for students pursuing a career in information systems — some of which are paid or count for credit. Through internships, information systems students have assisted in things like establishing software standards for companies, developing telecommunications systems, creating microcomputer applications, evaluating software packages for company adoptions, and expanding database applications.

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Outstanding Faculty Members

While at UW-Eau Claire, you'll learn from supportive, expert faculty who have a variety of business and industry experiences. Partner with your professors in research opportunities and utilize the program's growing network of local information systems professionals and employers.

Facts List

Just
the
facts

Most Blugolds Complete an Internship Before Graduating
70% of the 2022-2023 graduating class had completed at least one internship while attending UWEC.
100% Of Classes Taught By A Professor
You won't find Teaching Assistants (TAs) at UWEC. All our classes are taught by top-notch faculty members.
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Adam Duquaine Menards CIO
What can I do

Where can the information systems program lead me after graduation?

UW-Eau Claire has one of the largest information systems programs in the nation, with a long history of producing skilled graduates, including alumni now working at Microsoft and Google. Because of this reputation, recruiters from all over the Midwest hire our highly regarded Blugolds. Graduates enter a flexible, growing and well-paying field, pursuing a wide range of career paths. 

Example Careers

  • IS product manager
  • IT analyst
  • Application developer
  • Database administrator
  • Deployment specialist
  • Technical development programmer
  • Security analyst
  • Business manager

Recent Graduates

Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Menards

Quality Assurance Tester
Activision

IT Business Analyst
Kohl's

Database Analyst
3M

Onboarding Specialist
JAMF

Engineer
Target

Business Analyst
Dean Health Plan

Business Operations Analyst
Verizon

Courses information
SampleCourses

The information systems bachelor's degree prepares you for success by pairing a strong liberal arts education with major-specific coursework. Explore business courses in accounting, communication, finance, management, and marketing as well as information systems courses in database applications and management, systems analysis and design, and systems networking and security.

This broad background gives you the knowledge needed to bridge the gap between business professionals and computer technologists.

Here are a few courses in Information Systems at UW-Eau Claire.

IS 310

Business Process Modeling

Introduces concept of business processes. Major business processes are described along with their interactions with each other. Flow diagrams and other representations of processes are introduced. Process innovation, improvement and documentation are addressed.

IS 304

Fundamentals of Business Programming

Fundamental skills and knowledge for programming business applications including interface design, writing documentation, and using debugging tools. Procedural programming structures and design considerations and interface object use are presented in a state-of-the-art integrated development environment.

IS 344

Database Management Systems

Study of physical and logical design and structure of relational databases; Advanced SQL; hands-on experience with enterprise database management software. Introduction to storage and manipulation of semi-structured and unstructured data.

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Meet the Faculty

Anthony Keys
Business Communication and Information Systems Department
Associate Professor
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