Computer Information Systems (CIS) is a field that focuses on the integration of computer technology and business processes. It encompasses the study and use of technology to manage and analyze data, support decision-making, and improve organizational efficiency.
About The Program
While the computer science curriculum in the CSIS department provides students with algorithmic analysis, software design and implementation, the computer information systems (CIS) education focuses more on the information collection, storage and retrieval in various areas. The CIS program would prepare students with computer programming, data structures, statistics, and studies on various types of information systems. The Cybersecurity concentration provides students with an opportunity to pursue a career in a related field after graduation.
Note: Students may NOT double major in Computer Science and Computer Information Systems.
Majors: Computer Science (BA, BS), Computer Information Systems (BA), Computer Information Systems (Cybersecurity) (BA)
Minors: Computer Science, Data Science, Cybersecurity
Program Chair: Dr. Maynard Schaus
College: Joan P. Brock School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences
Why Study at VWU?
Accelerated Degree Options
Pre-Engineering Program at ODU
The Pre-Engineering Program offers students the opportunity to earn both a Bachelor of Science degree from Virginia Wesleyan University and a Master's degree in Aerospace, Biomedical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, Mechanical, Modeling & Simulation, or Systems Engineering from Old Dominion University.
Internships/Undergraduate Research
Independent or guided research projects are en couraged and pursued by many students in these programs. Students are offered the opportunity to conduct original research in an area of interest. Students work closely with one or more members of the natural science faculty to develop and conduct a research project, and then present their find ings during the semester's undergraduate research symposium or at PORT day. Students are also encouraged to present their findings at a conference. Qualified students assist mathematics instructors in the classroom. Enrollment as a teaching assis tant is by invitation of the MATH/CS department. Although the course is required for students seeking certification in secondary education, enrollment is not limited to such students.
Beyond the Classroom
Career options in mathematics include:
- actuary
- operations research
- cryptanalyst
- cost estimator
- national security analyst
- statistician
- and education
Career options in computer science include:
- software developer
- programmer
- system analyst
- computer administrator
- and systems consultant