Business Information Systems Major (OCE only)*
The program is offered only through Online and Continuing Education (OCE).
The major in Business Information Systems is an interdepartmental program combining studies in computer information systems from the Department of Computer Science with business courses from the Department of Business. The curriculum, based on the Data Processing Management Association model, places strong emphasis on business problem solving through systematic analysis and management of the system development process.
*This program is currently not accepting new students.
Requirements
Degree Requirements
This major is available as a bachelor of arts or bachelor of science degree, as defined in the section on degree requirements for all majors in this catalog.
Major Requirements
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMP 101 | FUNDAMENTALS OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS TEC | 3 |
| COMP 152 | PROGRAMMING & OBJECT STRUCTURES | 4 |
| COMP 250 | DATABASE PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT | 3 |
| COMP 302 | SOFTWARE ENGINEERING | 3 |
| COMP 310 | WEB SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGIES | 3 |
| COMP 382 | MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS | 3 |
| COMP 400 | APPLIED SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT | 3 |
| COMP 404 | OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| COMP 484 | OPERATIONS RESEARCH | 3 |
| ECON 210 | PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS | 4 |
| BNAC 259 | FINANCIAL AND MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING I | 4 |
| BNMG 310 | ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR AND MANAGEMENT | 4 |
| BNMK 321 | MARKETING | 4 |
| BNFN 341 | FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT | 4 |
| BNSS 281 | BUSINESS ANALYTICS | 4 |
| Total Credits | 52 | |
Proficiency courses for this major are:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 140 | INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS | 3 |
| MATH 160 | FINITE MATHEMATICS WITH CALCULUS | 5 |
At least 12 credits of computer science course work and 9 credits of business course work must be taken from Linfield.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate understanding of the fundamental principles and concepts of computer science;
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of software development, networks and systems development and administration, and information management;
- Design, implement, and maintain a hardware, software, or networked project both individually and as part of a group;
- Work in multiple programming environments, software development languages, and design paradigms;
- Orally present information and write clearly;
- Develop in-depth understanding of at least one specialty area of computer science through independent research and, wherever possible, internships;
- Function well in an industrial or commercial environment through attachments or internship; and
- Demonstrate personal skills, planning and time management skills, problems solving and decision-making skills.