BA/BS in Information Science/Studies

The computer information systems major, a B.S., sits in the department of computer information science within the business college at Alabama State University. It prepares students for careers managing databases, analyzing systems, programming or running networks. Coursework includes web programming and data communications topics. Classrooms and computer labs provide current software, hardware and development tools, supported by academic alliances with several major technology vendors and a networking program. Group projects, site visits and internships at local businesses let students apply what they learn. Prospective students can follow links from the program page to details on admissions, curriculum, cost, faculty and certification programs. Students interested in the field can review the department's pages for more on how the major is structured and what support is available.