Student Resources:FAQ
Information systems are one of the fastest growing fields in business since computers play such a vital role in the proper management of a firm's information resources. Information systems are used in business, industry and government and are essential for a successful operation.
The information systems concentration at Cal State Fullerton is designed to provide students with the skills required to immediately begin a career in the information systems field, as well as the lifelong skills needed to remain current in this fast-paced, dynamic field.
Information systems are computer-based information systems that aid management in making decisions and assist in implementing and controlling management policies. Applications include airline reservations, banking transaction, crime prevention networks, election returns, real estate assessment, tax records, newspaper databases, sports statistics, and computer-assisted learning.
What is Business and Data Analytics Minor?
The demand for data analytics skills is increasing, as analysts gain insights, solve problems and improve outcomes in nearly every business today.
This 21-unit data analytics minor is a secondary sequence of courses designed to complement a student’s major, equipping the student with critical technical knowledge and competencies related to the application of data analytics to their main area of interest. Students gain highly sought-after industry skills such as programming, performing statistical analysis on messy real-world data sets, and communicating insights and results to a general audience.
Organizations in nearly every industry rely on business analytics to stay competitive. Today's employers increasingly seek out personnel who can apply analytics skills to inform and drive decision-making in different fields.
Sample jobs after completing minor:
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Business analyst
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Operations research analyst
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Market research analyst
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Consultant
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Data Manager
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Data Scientist
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Researcher/graduate student
This major is open to non-business students who have an interest in learning how data analytics are reshaping today’s business world.
For more on this minor, please see the University Catalog ISDS page.
What career opportunities are available?
Career opportunities for students with training in information systems are wide-ranging and varied. Possible job opportunities include: telecommunications specialist, network administrator, PC applications specialist, systems analyst, webmaster, client/server programmer/analyst, IS director, database administrator and software developer, among others.
- For more career information, please visit Career Services
What courses are required for the program?
The Undergraduate Program page is the first stop to identifying which courses are required for different concentrations.
The Graduate Program page details the different Master's degrees offered withing the Finance Department and, subsequently, the course requirements for each degree.
What are some special features and programs?
Students in the information systems concentration are encouraged to apply their knowledge to real world business situations. In a number of courses students will be engaged in addressing the information systems needs of a local company through a group project.
What scholarships are available?
Please consult the Cal State Fullerton Scholarships Office for information on scholarships.
What student activities can I join?
The Student AITP Club (Association of Information Technology Professionals) has monthly meetings. The Club is associated with the California Southland Professional Chapter of AITP and students are encouraged to attend meetings of the California Southland Chapter as a way of networking with information technology professionals.