Careers in computer information systems are exciting, fast-paced, challenging, sometimes unpredictable, and require excellent communication skills. You can be sure continuously changing technology demands that you update your skills regularly to stay competitive and marketable.

CIS professionals help information flow through organizations allowing businesses to function in ways that are efficient, effective and profitable. CIS departments are the operations behind the organizations that keep things running smoothly from databases and networks, maintenance of websites, training in technology, and consulting services.

At the Department of Computer Information Systems, we specialize in giving you the tools you need to not only jump into a career in CIS, but to keep up with the technology as it changes. We offer both an undergraduate concentration in Computer Information Systems and a Master of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Computer Information Systems. Our undergraduate program is part of the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, featuring a core business curriculum, core CIS courses, and the opportunity to specialize your degree further with one or more certificate programs.

Some highlights from CIS:

• We are one of the first CIS programs in the country, steeped in tradition but offering a cutting-edge curriculum.
• Our Master of Science is designed for both non-IT and IT professionals.
• We are responsive to market changes and demands for new skill sets thanks in part to an active Advisory Council.
• Our students are active in community projects and organizations including CIS Club.
• Our graduates enjoy some of the highest starting salaries among all majors at Colorado State University, and are assured of quick job placements.
• Our faculty members are dedicated to excellence in teaching and research.
  

We hope you take the time to learn more about the Department of Computer Information Systems and welcome your questions, or drop by for a visit.