The technical challenges of the 21st century require the ability to continually acquire new skills. The Computer Information Systems degree has five foci: Database, Programming Languages, Network Systems and Design, Information Security, and Web Tools and Applications.

The programs stress skill development in the technical areas of computer programming, database management systems, data communications and security, systems analysis and design, and information technology management. In addition, students gain an understanding of the role of information technology in businesses and other organizations, and how to deploy information technology to increase efficiency, increase effectiveness, and gain a competitive advantage.

These programs are based on recommendations from business community leaders and provide students with an up-to-date and well-rounded curriculum. In addition, students are provided with a high-tech learning environment that utilizes current hardware and software.

There is an aggressive internship program in partnership with the business community.

The CIS programs prepare graduates for positions as computer programmers, systems analysts, database specialists, information security and information technology specialists within organizational functional areas. With the appropriate experience, graduates may become network administrators, database administrators, project managers, and information systems managers, just to name of few occupations.