What is information systems?

From programming to project management to creating new ventures, the field of information systems uses technological tools to generate, process and distribute information in an effective, efficient way.

Information systems professionals analyze how organizations are operating, design new ways to address problems and challenges, and implement ideas that improve productivity and efficiency.

Bachelor of Science in Information Systems

The Information Systems program is based on professional core courses that teach students to analyze, design, implement and test information systems using current and emerging organizational and technological practices. Two of these courses are project-based, in which small groups develop solutions to clients’ real information problems.

The program exposes students to four areas fundamental to understanding problems in information systems: organizations, decision making, research methods and professional communications. Courses in mathematics, statistics and computer programming provide students with strong quantitative skills to meet the technical demands of the discipline.

The flexible nature of the program encourages students to explore their interests. Students may specialize in social and global aspects of technology; technology and applications development; applications of technology to business; or user experience in design.

What will I study?

The Information Systems program requires its students to complete a minimum of 27 units of a content area. The following content areas are offered at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar:

• Computing and information systems and technology
• Social and global systems
• User-centered information design
• Applied informatics

• View a sample four year plan for the Information Systems degree.

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