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Undergraduate Campus Program Computer Information Systems (BS)

Understand the Business of Information as an undergraduate CIS student

As a BS in Computer Information Systems (CIS) student at Southern New Hampshire University, you will learn to design and implement effective solutions within the computer information field. The CIS program at SNHU will help you to understand and meet organizational and management information requirements, and to serve as effective decision-making support.

The CIS program is similar to computer science, but explores a more business-centric aspect of information technology. As a CIS student, you will learn to understand the technology and systems that power successful organizations, and position yourself to analyze and make recommendations regarding these systems at any company you may join in the future. CIS graduates are a crucial bridge between technology and user, and play an important role in both the technological and interpersonal aspects of the workplace.

If you're interested in this program, you may also be interested in enrolling in our online CIS major.

See Yourself Succeed as a CIS Major

The SNHU School of Business will ensure that CIS majors have a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of organization theory, decision making, teamwork, and leadership, and well versed in current and emerging information systems tools and technologies. Graduates from this degree program will have a substantial knowledge base that may serve as an asset within a wide range of industries.

As a private, nonprofit university, SNHU has one mission - to help you see yourself succeed. The benefits of majoring in business administration at SNHU include:

  • Supportive community. Join the SNHU campus community of students who are closely connected with faculty and staff dedicated to your success
  • Affordability. It’s our mission to make higher education more accessible. That’s why, SNHU is one of the most affordable private, nonprofit universities in New Hampshire. 
  • Accessible faculty. Learn from highly credentialed faculty who have industry experience and are experts in their fields and interact with you in the classroom, dining hall, fitness center and the stands
  • Opportunity. Tap into our nationwide network of alumni and strong connections with employers for internship and career opportunities
  • Campus experience. Enjoy more than 50 student clubs, champion Division II athletics and fun events on our 300-acre campus in Manchester, N.H., named a "Best Place to Live" by Money magazine.

Concentration Options

Careers & Outcomes

Graduates from the CIS program at SNHU will be well prepared for many different information technology roles. CIS majors are not limited to information technology (IT) roles, but may instead seek jobs working as a:

  • Business analyst
  • Systems analyst
  • Data analyst

Graduates should have a firm understanding of how to utilize business intelligence applications and analyze the underlying data models, while identifying new systems to meet an organization's needs. They should be able to develop communications strategies to bridge the IT and business units while using appropriate terminology to assist in creating a more cohesive link between these departments.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates that employment of computer systems analysts will grow by approximately 7% by 2030.¹ As cloud computing becomes increasingly common for both large and small businesses, positions for information systems professionals are expected to grow correspondingly. Operations research analysts are expected to see their opportunities grow by an even greater margin, with the BLS estimating the opportunities within the field will grow by 25% by 2030.¹

Curriculum

As a CIS major, you can expect to take courses covering topics such as:

  • Database creation
  • Business principles
  • Data structures concepts
  • Software engineering principles
Higher level courses may address topics such as:
  • Analysis and implementation of enterprise systems
  • Business systems analysis
  • Creating implementation plans

You can expect a broad but cohesive look at both the business and information technology worlds and how they intersect.

Courses To Prepare You For Your Life & Career

SNHU's bachelor's in computer information systems program includes:

  • General education courses
  • Business core
  • Degree-specific courses

General Education Program

SNHU's required general education program, known as The Commons, aims to guide you toward success in not only your academic career, but your personal and professional life too.

Throughout the curriculum, you'll gain some of the most in-demand skills in today's workplace, including:

  • Research and information analysis
  • Diverse audience communication
  • Critical thinking and ethical problem solving
  • Leadership, emotional intelligence and collaboration

This expertise will prove practical, transferable and invaluable as you grow in your career and contribute positively to society.

Beyond foundational skill development, the general education program also provides the benefit of allowing you to explore a wide range of fields outside of your intended major.

Business Core Program

Programs in the School of Business require learners to complete the business core program, which includes a variety of business-specific courses. This program focuses on 10 core competencies to prepare you for success wherever you go.

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Campus Undergraduate Tuition

Our Manchester campus aims to keep tuition and related costs low for our students so that you can pursue your degree and your goals.

University Accreditation

Southern New Hampshire University is a private, nonprofit institution accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) as well as several other accrediting bodies.

This program and its concentrations are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Student achievement data can be found on the ACBSP accreditation page.

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¹Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, on the Internet at BLS https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/computer-systems-analysts.htm; https://www.bls.gov/ooh/math/operations-research-analysts.htm; (viewed online July 26, 2018). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.