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Bachelor of Science in Information Systems
Is this program for me?
City University of Seattle’s Bachelor of Science in Information Systems (B.S.I.S.) program is designed
to teach the most recent developments to professionals already working in the rapidly changing field of
information systems and technology—and help them move forward to the next level in their careers. If your
goal is to keep up to date and increase your knowledge and skills so that you can advance your career,
this program is for you.
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What will I learn?
The internet is changing fast—adding a social commentary dimension with blogging, wikis and a host of
other technologies. The goal of this program is to teach you the basics of what is happening now in
information technology, while allowing you to focus on a principal area of interest. As part of the
program, you will have the opportunity to choose a major upon which a significant share of your efforts
will be concentrated. Majors include Systems Development and Management, Web 2.0/Web Track, Information
Security, Networking, and Programming.
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What can I do with my degree?
Depending upon your major and completion of this program, you will be well qualified to seek employment
as a systems analyst, programmer, technical sales representative, consultant, business analyst, database
analyst, network analyst, web designer, information systems manager, project manager, service manager,
or quality assurance manager.
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Why CityU?
Our program was designed in cooperation with business and industry leaders to determine exactly which
skills are needed in order for you to be successful. All of our instructors are highly qualified
professionals who teach in class what they do for a living, which means everything you learn is relevant
in the real world—where it matters most.
Our courses teach theory, but require you to apply that theory
in practical, achievable projects that are due throughout the program. For example, if you major in
Web 2.0, you will create Web 2.0 APIs for use on websites. At CityU, class sizes are small so that you
receive individualized attention and have ample opportunity to engage and share ideas. In addition, we
offer flexible scheduling with courses available in class and online—providing you with maximum
flexibility and convenience.
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Four easy steps to get started
- Talk to an advisor or call 1.888.42.CityU
- Download an application
- Order official transcripts
- Submit application and application fee
- Start classes and change your life for good
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Course Descriptions
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Total Required Credits:
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180-185 Credits*
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Lower-Division Requirements:
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90 Credits
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General Education
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55
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Electives
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30
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Preparatory Course
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Upper-Division Requirements:
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90-95 Credits*
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Undergraduate Core:
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40
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Major Requirements
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50-55*
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Choose one Major to complete the last 50-55 credits of the program |
This major is designed for students who wish to learn method and defense against hackers and other criminal
elements that grab data for illegal purposes. With the proliferation of malware, crimeware and spyware,
learning how to discover, reverse engineer, and build out counter measures is a much-needed skill in
information systems. Using the concept of Web 2.0, cloud computing and enterprise networking, this program
focuses on the use and security of social networks, e-mail, bad code development, and other ways criminals
use to gain information. This program teaches you the methods you need to know to ensure that code, policies,
and procedures meet business needs.
The networking major will provide you with a comprehensive overview of broadband communications, including
multi-media applications, the integration of voice, data and video and associated standards, costs, quality,
technology, architecture and protocols. Emphasis is placed on the architecture and applications of frame relay,
ATM, broadband and other high-speed networks; congestion and traffic management; entropy and compression
techniques; internet routing and internetworking; IP-based internets; LANs, WANs and other computer networks;
network design requirements; OSI Model; performance modeling and estimates; quality of service in IP
networks; TCP/IP protocol architecture; and telecommunication standards.
This major will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need for object-oriented programming using
C++ and C#. Courses focus on fundamentals and applied topics, technology innovation, special subjects, the role
of people and processes in programming, as well as developing or improving the professional skills required
to program the next generation of computer systems. You will emerge with experience and hands-on programming
skills that you can use at any company in the world.
This major focuses on the lifecycle development of software products, as well as the skills you need to
successfully manage a team in a software development environment. These skills include critical thinking,
problem solving, communication, systems analysis and design, software engineering, and information systems
management. Specific topics covered include C#, Java, JavaScript, PHP, Ruby, Rails, SQL, XHTML, and XML/XSL.
You will also explore standards and models such as the PMBOK, SWEBOK, SEI CMMI, SEI PCMM, and ITIL.
This major was created in direct response to multiple conversations with large software companies and various
startups—and the tremendous growth and success of Web 2.0 social companies. It is designed for programmers,
project managers, and managers who need to understand how Web 2.0 works, what programmatic principles it is
based on, and how to use social networking to develop an engaging and interactive website for consumers.
This major is unique and you'll find very few colleges in the United States that offer a dedicated Web 2.0
program like this one.
*Number of total required credits depends on the major that you choose.
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Dan Morrill
Program Director,
B.S. in Information Systems
Dan Morrill has worked in Information Technology for over 20 years, in military, government, health care,
and private industry. He is a top blogger on IT Toolbox in information security, and management, with
syndication to over 30 other blogs, newspapers, and internet content systems. The last five years he has
worked in Web 2.0, Cloud computing, and information security. His work has shown up in Wired, Computer
World, Information Weekly, and CIO Magazine.
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