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Management Information Systems

EIU's Management Information Systems Minor, open to business and non-business majors alike, teaches students to analyze business problems and solve them with computer technology. Hands-on coursework in Python programming, networking, database design, and systems analysis builds real technical skills for careers like Applications Developer, Database Analyst, or Systems Analyst.

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Degree Level
Minor
Delivery
In Person
Credit Hours
21 Total, 21 in Major
Careers
Computer, Scientists, Postsecondary
Management Information Systems students at EIU

Why Study Management Information Systems at EIU?

  • Both business and non-business students can add this minor — no computer science background required to start.
  • You'll graduate with hands-on experience in Python programming, networking, and database design — skills employers hire for immediately.
  • The minor prepares you for roles like Applications Developer and Database Analyst, with a documented path toward executive roles like Director of Information Systems or Chief Information Officer.
  • Coursework is built around solving real business problems with technology — a distinct, practical angle from a general CS degree.
  • At 21 semester hours across six core courses and one elective, the minor builds real expertise while still fitting alongside your primary degree.
"I didn't expect to get real experience this early, but by my sophomore year I was already working on projects that felt like actual marketing work. It made me feel confident that I'm ready for what comes next."
Alex Wilcoxon
Marketing | Junior
Alex Wilcoxon, Marketing at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • MIS 4275 Internship in Management Information Systems lets students earn elective credit through genuine workplace experience.
  • MIS 3970 Study Abroad gives students the chance to build global technology experience as part of their coursework.
  • Business Analytics Programming (MIS 2000) has students write real Python code and work with data science and analytics libraries directly.
  • MIS 4760 has students use industry tools like Computer-Aided Systems Engineering (CASE) software and real project management techniques to design actual systems.
  • The Ethical Hacking & Network Defense elective (MIS 4860) gives students direct, applied experience identifying and defending against real security vulnerabilities.
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Hands-On Experience, Management Information Systems students at EIU

What You'll Learn

Students who complete the Management Information Systems (MIS) minor gain the knowledge and skills to understand computer technology and effectively use information systems. The MIS minor requires completion of a core of five courses (15 semester hours) plus six semester hours of approved electives.

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$140,910
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Computer & Information Research…
  • Computer Science Teachers,…

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Grow Rapidly
Preparation Needed Extensive (5/5)
Personality Fit Investigative

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Dr. Gurkan Akalin
Assistant Chair of Administration, Associate Professor
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Lumpkin Hall 4008
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Farhad Sadeh
Chair, School of Business & Associate Professor of Marketing
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4025
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