Information Systems

How is an Information Systems major different from a Computer Science major? This program has a strong business component and is less theoretical than Computer Science. You’ll get applicable, practical training in technology, business operation, management and decision making. Want to learn to create your own software? Information Systems also covers enterprise computing, which you can use to support employers’ specific operations and goals.

I’m also a minor!

Choose from B.A.S. or B.S.

credits required for the Information Systems major

students enrolled in the Information Systems program

students per class on average in the Information Systems program

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of master's degree can be completed as an undergrad at WOU

Sample Four-year degree plan

Learning outcomes

  • Demonstrate proficiency with the theoretical and practical data management skills necessary to design, build, implement and maintain information networks
  • Recognize the fundamental value of growing with technology through education, research and innovation
  • Articulate ethical and professional standards as they apply to the use of computer systems and computer-based data

Career opportunities

  • Operating system architect
  • System administrator
  • Network security adviser
  • Technical writer
  • Database administrator

Information Systems minor

Enhance your business, economics or mathematics major with a minor in this program, or pair it with a teaching degree or criminal justice major. The ability to create custom software is highly valued by employers, so if you’ve dabbled before, it may be time to get formal training.

credits required for the Information Systems minor

Faculty

TED BEERS

Faculty Instructor, Computer Science Division
503-838-9226 | beerst@wou.edu | ITC 306

CHRIS BROOKS

NTT Instructor, Computer Science Division
503-838-9297 | brooksc@wou.edu | ITC 304

DON KRAUS

Instructor and Advisor of Computer Science and Information Systems, Computer Science Division
503-838-8992 | krausd@wou.edu | ITC 305

THADDEUS SHANNON

IS Program Coordinator, Computer Science Division
503-838-8095 | shannont@wou.edu | ITC 310C

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