What You’ll Learn
As a CIS major, you’ll learn how to analyze situations involving technology, data, and digital media. You’ll start to think critically, reason clearly, and communicate effectively as an individual or in a team. With the ability to demonstrate skills in applied technologies, you will understand best practices and have practical knowledge in network communications. You’ll develop the skills needed to directly impact an organization’s strategic goals with real-world experience you can take into the job market.
Field Experience and Internships
CIS majors are required to complete 80 hours of experiential learning and internships. The knowledge, skills, and experience you gain — in the classroom and through internships — will boost your resume and your confidence with real-world work experience. Recent internship experiences include project development, tech analysts, and software programmers.
Internships and ExperiencesCareer Opportunities
Students with a B.S. in Computer Information Systems can immediately begin working in the field or continue to graduate school for advanced study.
- Assistive technology support
- Business analyst
- Systems analyst
- Computer support specialist
- Database management
- Help desk representative
- Information technology support
- IT consultant
- IT security analyst
- Medical records clerk
- Network design and maintenance
- Telecommunications career
Meet Your CIS Instructors
Meet Your General Education Instructors
Cathy Vinton
Instructor
352-638-9823cvinton@beaconcollege.eduAutumn Welt
Assistant Professor
352-787-1056awelt@beaconcollege.eduDr. Mary-Anne Primack
Assistant Professor
352-787-2912mprimack@beaconcollege.eduJessica Caolo
Assistant Professor
352-315-1082jcaolo@beaconcollege.eduAngel Maldonado
Instructor
352-315-9269amaldonado@beaconcollege.eduComputer Information Systems Minor
A minor in Computer Information Systems provides students with the groundwork for incorporating technology into various organizations through software, hardware, and decision-making tools. The minor is an excellent complement to a degree in Business Management or Human Services.
Associate of Science in Computer Information Systems
The Associate of Science degree in CIS provides students with an education foundation before entering the workforce or pursuing further study or professional training. The A.S. program requires the completion of a total of 61 credits, with 18 credits in the major.
Learn More About Computer Information Systems
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