Graduates of Drexel’s MIS program pursue careers in a variety of business roles that specialize in computer-based resources, information resource management and computer system development. Information technology professionals are currently some of the most needed employees in the business field, and information systems is one of the hardest areas for companies to find qualified candidates to fill positions.
Career opportunities include serving as systems analysts and designers, project managers and consultants. Additionally, many students pursue advanced degrees such as an MBA after graduation.
What Type of Job Skills Will You Gain From a Management Information Systems Degree?
An undergraduate management information systems degree will provide you with the skills you need to achieve your career goals in many industries. An example of the skills this degree provides includes:
- Systems analysis and design
- Database design and implementation
- Management information systems strategy
- Domestic and global outsourcing management
What Can You Do with a Degree in Management Information Systems?
The major in management information systems prepares students for opportunities in the information technology field and business. Aimed at producing graduates who bridge the gap between technical knowledge and business functions, the program focuses on a mix of applied computer systems content, interpersonal interactions and a practical business orientation which can be applied to a variety of fields.
What is the Average Salary for a Management Information Systems Major?
Drexel LeBow 2021-2022 management information systems graduates earned an average starting salary of $69,450.
Career Opportunities for Management Information Systems Majors
Co-op Landings
Students studying management and information systems found co-op positions at the following companies:
- CHUBB (formerly ACE USA)
- Clarivate Analytics (Thomson Reuters)
- Comcast Corporation
- Deloitte & Touche
- PECO, an Exelon Company
- PJM Interconnection LLC
- PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
- SAP America
- Susquehanna Int’l Group LLP
Job Landings
Graduates of the MIS program found jobs at the following companies:
- Accenture
- Comcast Corporation
- EY
- Johnson & Johnson
- KPMG
- SAP
- Vanguard
- Walt Disney World
Common Job Titles
- Senior Technical Business Analyst
- Systems Analyst
- Software Engineer
- Business Analyst
- Network Administrator
- Senior Director of Information & Technology
- Systems Administrator
- Information Technology Infrastructure Manager
Industries
- Information Technology
- Accounting
- Finance
- Real Estate
Professional Organizations
Continuing Education Opportunities
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