BS - Business Information Systems

The Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Business Information Systems program is designed for working professionals who are employed in businesses or public organizations. The curriculum enables graduates to assist and lead in the planning, development, and operation of information systems. Such systems are used to streamline and automate processes, solve problems, and provide communication channels. The program stresses skill development in the areas of analytical thinking, communication, object-oriented programming, database management systems, networking, security, and Web development, with an emphasis on developing the skills necessary for successfully implementing and supporting computer and information systems. The program also helps develop the skills necessary to serve as a liaison between management and information technology departments.

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

Demonstrate an understanding of decision making from a Christian worldview.
Demonstrate knowledge of a broad set of technical skills used in business information systems.
Develop critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills.

Also, it is strongly recommended that students have a working knowledge of the Windows operating system as well as word processing and spreadsheet applications.

The curriculum will be completed in the order established by Indiana Wesleyan University. Indiana Wesleyan University reserves the right to modify the curriculum as necessary.

A minor in Information Technology is available to a bachelor degree seeking student in the College of Adult and Professional Studies.

Information Technology Minor

Admission Requirements

The admission requirements for Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Business Information Systems offered through the College of Adult and Professional Studies are as follows:

Proof of high school graduation or GED certification.
Original transcripts from all previous college or university study at regionally accredited colleges or universities or an institution accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education.
Prior completion of at least 60 transferable credit hours from a regionally accredited college or university or an institution accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education is required before the student is eligible to start a bachelor core program. A maximum of 40 hours of credit may be earned through the assessed learning process toward the required 60.

Transfer Credit Policy

Transfer credit for core curriculum requirements for undergraduate programs within the DeVoe School of Business may be granted as follows:

Credit must have been earned at a regionally accredited college or university or an institution accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education with a minimum grade of "C."
Courses must be approved by the DeVoe School of Business.
Students must complete at least 30 hours of the core curriculum at Indiana Wesleyan University.

Graduation Requirements

To graduate with a baccalaureate degree with a major in Business Information Systems from the College of Adult and Professional Studies at Indiana Wesleyan University, the following requirements must be met:

Completion of 120 semester hours.
Completion of the required core courses with a GPA of 2.25 or higher.
Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Completion of 30 hours of general education requirements as specified (General Education Requirements).
Payment of all tuition and fees is required to receive a diploma.

Business Information Systems - Program of Study

Core Courses

MGT-302	Management and Leadership	3
BIS-216	Information Systems and Project Management	3
COM-325	Communication in Business	3
BIS-220	Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving	3
BIS-320	Managerial Relational Database Systems	3
MGT-421	Strategies in Marketing Management	3
ACC-310	Accounting Decisions for Managers	3
BIS-344	Visual Basic .Net Programming	4
BIS-346	Java Programming	4
BIS-324	Networking, Systems & Security	4
BIS-353	Web Application Development	4
BIS-460	Business Systems Analysis and Design Seminar	4
Total Credit Hours:		41