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ANC's Computer Information Systems (CIS) Program

 

ANC's Computer Information Systems (CIS) program is designed for students who wish to enter the information-processing field.  The program provides a solid foundation in business and computer courses that will expose the student to many aspects of the ever-changing world of computers in society.  Students earning this degree may enter directly into a variety of positions in the business and industrial community with knowledge of various software packages, programming languages, network capabilities, web page design, and/or technical hardware skills.  A grade of "C" or above is required for all major requirement courses in this degree program.  Students must have an overall grade point average of 2.5 or above in all coursework in order to receive this degree.

 


 

Key Questions:

 

Do you like a "hands-on" type job or one that involves working behind a desk?

  • Jobs in this field are very "hands-on" in nature

Do you desire a job that follows a routine or one that changes from day to day?

  • Persons in this career field face a wide variety of different challenges on a daily basis

Do you prefer working alone or working with people to solve problems?

  • Persons in this career field spend much of their time working with other people to help solve their computer problems

Do you want a job that requires you to constantly learn new technologies or would you prefer to work in a job where the skill set remains relatively constant?

  • Persons in this career field must constantly study and perform research to maintain current knowledge of computer hardware, software, and networks

Do you like to multitask or do you prefer to work on one thing at a time?

  • Careers in computer information systems require persons to organize and work on multiple projects at the same time

 

Key Skills / Aptitudes:

  • Problem solving

  • Interpersonal skills

  • Decision-making

  • Analytical ability

  • Desire to continuously learn

   
 

Specific Career Opportunities:

  • Systems administrator

  • Network administrator

  • Web administrator

   
 

Possible Work Settings:

  • Business organizations

  • Industrial offices

  • Educational institutions