Information Systems - Integration of Enterprise Systems
- Overview
- Careers
- New Freshmen
- New Transfer
- Illinois State Students
The Information Systems (IS) Major is designed to prepare professionals in Information Systems field, including systems analysis and design and software engineering. This degree focuses on the use of computer technology and information management methods to solve business problems, utilizing an understanding of both the organizational context of the problem and the technologies, methodologies, and tools typically utilized.
This sequence emphasizes the use of large-scale computers (mainframes) in the large enterprise environment.
Why Study Information Systems - Integration of Enterprise Systems?
The Information Systems major emphasizes the application of computer and systems techniques to the solution of real world problems. The Information Systems (IS) Major is designed to prepare professionals in Information Systems including such areas as systems analysis and design and software engineering. This degree focuses on the use of computer technology and information management methods to solve business problems. This requires an understanding of both the organizational context of the problem and the technologies, methodologies, and tools typically utilized.
Related Skills
- Ability to communicate well
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills
- Logical thinker
- Flexible thought process and ability to cope change
- Strong organizational skills
- Good team member
- Strong understanding of computer languages
Related Fields
- CAD/CAM Engineer
- Computer Programmer
- Computer Systems Manager
- Consultant
- Contract Administrator
- Customer Service Representative
- Customer Support Coordinator
- Data Processing Manager
- Data Specialist
- Database Administrator
- Database Analyst
- Database Designer
- Electronic Commerce Developer
- Entrepreneur
- Industrial/Institutional Buyer
- Instructional Technology Designer
- Inventory Control Specialist
- Network Administrator
- Risk Analyst
- Specification Writer
- Systems Analyst
- Technical Analyst
- Technical Evaluator
- Technical Researcher
- Technical Writer
- Training Instructor
- Treasury Management Specialist
- Web Analyst
- Web Designer
- Web Information Officer
Career Advising
| Name | Office | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megan Kayfish | 110 Student Services Building | meturne@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-0735 |
Internship Coordinator
| Name | Office | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tal Parmenter | Old Union 302A | taparma@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-3718 |
Applying to Illinois State
Illinois State's preferred filing period for freshman students for the fall semester is September 1-November 15. Applying early is encouraged, as the University must limit enrollment due to space at the University and in specific majors/programs. Visit the Office of Admissions to apply today!
Plan of Study
This information is based on requirements for the academic year(s) indicated. Students should consult the catalog year they were admitted under for their academic requirements.
Applying to Illinois State
Illinois State's preferred filing period for fall transfer students is September 1-January 15. For the spring semester, the preferred filing period is from April 1-August 1. You are encouraged to apply early in the preferred filing period for best consideration for admission into competitive majors. Visit the Office of Admissions to apply today!
Minimum GPA
2.20
Middle 50% GPA
2.61 - 3.33
Required Courses
None
Recommended Courses
- Foundations of information technology (ITK 160)
- Problem solving for information technology (ITK 177)
- Computer application programming (ITK 178)
- Systems development I (ITK 261)
Plan of Study
This information is based on requirements for the academic year(s) indicated. Students should consult the catalog year they were admitted under for their academic requirements.
Academic Advising
| Name | Office | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sherry Jerome | Old Union 302D | sjerome@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-2801 |
Middle 50% GPA
2.61 - 3.33
Plan of Study
This information is based on requirements for the academic year(s) indicated. Students should consult the catalog year they were admitted under for their academic requirements.
Application Period
Always available.
Application Information
Current students can use the Apply to Your Program tool on My.IllinoisState.edu.
Academic Advising
| Name | Office | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sherry Jerome | Old Union 302D | sjerome@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-2801 |