Bachelor of Business Administration Major in Management Information Systems

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Florida State University

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems (BS-MIS) at Florida State University combines business knowledge with technical skills, preparing students to use information technology to analyze business problems and design systems-based solutions. It suits students interested in the intersection of business, people, and technology, with study covering business functions, systems analysis and design, databases, programming, analytics, and information technology management.

Curriculum Structure

First Year: Students begin by developing their academic, quantitative, business, and digital foundations through courses such as Freshman Composition, College Algebra, Computer Applications for Business (CGS 2100), and introductory economics. The academic map also introduces students to the skills needed for later business and MIS coursework while completing FSU Core requirements.

Second Year: The second year builds stronger analytical and business foundations through Applied Calculus (MAC 2233), Business Statistics (STA 2023), Introduction to Financial Accounting (ACG 2021), Introduction to Managerial Accounting (ACG 2071), and Spreadsheets for Business Environment (CGS 2518). Students also complete courses such as Risk in Business and Society and Professional Development for Business Careers, preparing them for upper-division business and MIS study.

Third Year: Students move into specialized MIS and business coursework, including Introduction to Business Analytics (ISM 3541), Management Information Systems Analysis and Design (ISM 4113), and Information for Operating Control and Data Management (ISM 4212). The curriculum also develops broader business capabilities through Financial Management of the Firm, Business Communications, Organizational Behavior, Basic Marketing Concepts, and Strategic Management and Business Policy.

Fourth Year: In the final year, students deepen their technical expertise through Information and Communications Systems Management (ISM 4220) and selected MIS electives. Options include Programming I, Introduction to Programming in Python, Object-Oriented Programming in C++, Big Data, Business Intelligence, Data Analytics and Mining for Business, Social Media Analytics, Project Management, and MIS Internship, allowing students to shape their studies around their professional interests.

Focus Areas

Management information systems, systems analysis and design, database management, business analytics, programming, information and communications systems, business intelligence, big data, data analytics and mining, project management, social media analytics, operations research, information technology, business processes and technology-enabled decision-making.

Learning Outcomes

Students develop the ability to analyze business and information-system requirements, design and manage information systems, work with databases and programming technologies, use analytics to support organizational decisions, understand information and communications systems, and communicate and collaborate effectively in business environments.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

The BS-MIS is offered through the Herbert Wertheim College of Business, which is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). FSU states that AACSB accreditation is a widely recognized benchmark of quality for business education.

Reputation (Employability & University Statistics)

FSU's official Career Center identifies Management Information Systems as a pathway to roles including computer programmer, database administrator, IT project manager, software applications developer, software systems analyst, and web developer. Its published salary ranges for these sample occupations are $33,620–$54,310 at the introductory level, $65,400–$96,200 at mid-career, and $108,410–$151,121 at the experienced level; these figures are occupation-level ranges rather than guaranteed salaries for FSU graduates.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

The BS-MIS gives students several ways to connect technical knowledge with practical business situations. Students can complete an MIS internship for major elective credit, participate in international and networking opportunities, and engage with employers through the Association for Information Systems (AIS) Student Chapter. The program is also supported by the new Herbert Wertheim Center for Business Excellence, which provides technology-enabled classrooms, collaborative spaces, labs, study areas, interview rooms, and dedicated professional-development facilities.

Students can gain practical experience through:

MIS Internship (ISM 4941): The curriculum includes MIS Internship as a major-area elective, providing an opportunity to connect academic MIS knowledge with workplace experience.
Data and analytics projects: MIS students can select courses such as Business Intelligence (ISM 4117), Big Data (ISM 3540), Data Analytics and Mining for Business (ISM 4545), and Social Media Analytics (ISM 4552) to develop applied technical and analytical skills.
Programming experience: Students can choose Programming I, Object-Oriented Programming in C++, or Introduction to Programming in Python, providing hands-on exposure to programming within a business-oriented curriculum.
Association for Information Systems (AIS) Student Chapter: FSU identifies AIS as a student organization offering networking and leadership opportunities for MIS students.
AIS Meet the Firms: This recruiting event allows AIS members to meet firms interested in hiring MIS students and is held during both fall and spring semesters.
Business Career Services internships: FSU's internship program provides students with workplace experience, industry networking, new skills, and opportunities to apply classroom knowledge.
Handshake: Business Career Services uses Handshake as a platform for finding jobs and internships and connecting with employers.
Business Career Expo: Held every fall and spring, the expo connects business students with employers offering full-time, part-time, and internship opportunities.
Collaborative learning spaces: The Herbert Wertheim Center includes breakout rooms designed for independent study, collaboration, group discussion, and team projects.
Technology and lab facilities: The new Wertheim Center includes 12,500 square feet dedicated to labs, technology and support, alongside more than 20 student study areas and 25+ reservable rooms.
Industry interaction: FSU's Business Analytics, Information Systems and Supply Chain department states that it engages industry and other stakeholders to keep its curriculum relevant and provide opportunities for interaction with industry executives.

Progression & Future Opportunities

The BS-MIS prepares graduates for careers that connect business operations with information technology, including systems analysis, database management, programming, consulting, and IT management. FSU's Academic Program Guide identifies roles such as systems analyst, systems developer, IT consultant, database developer, software developer, web developer, information security manager, programmer, IT manager, and database manager.

Typical career paths include: Systems Analyst, Database Administrator, IT Project Manager, Software Applications Developer.

Students can build their career pathway through:

Business Career Services: Students have access to individualized career coaching, mock interviews, resume and cover-letter reviews, LinkedIn reviews, networking guidance, and internship support.
Handshake: Students can search for jobs and internships and connect directly with employers through FSU's business career platform.
Business Career Expo: The twice-yearly Business Career Expo gives students opportunities to meet employers about full-time, part-time, and internship positions. The Fall 2026 event included employers such as A-LIGN, Aon, ALDI USA, Arrive Logistics, and Archbold Medical Center.
MIS-specific employer networking: AIS Meet the Firms is specifically designed to connect MIS students with firms interested in recruiting them.
Salary information: FSU's Career Center lists sample MIS-related occupation ranges of $33,620–$54,310 for introductory careers, $65,400–$96,200 at mid-career, and $108,410–$151,121 for experienced professionals. These are occupation-level figures and should not be interpreted as guaranteed graduate salaries.
Industry engagement: The Business Analytics, Information Systems and Supply Chain department works with industry and other stakeholders to keep its programs relevant and create opportunities for interaction between students and industry executives.
Professional networking: FSU's College of Business has more than 30 student clubs and organizations, while AIS provides a dedicated professional network for MIS students.
AACSB accreditation: The Herbert Wertheim College of Business holds AACSB International accreditation, providing an internationally recognized quality framework for the business school.
Graduation pathway: The BS-MIS requires 120 total credit hours, including general education, prerequisite, major, and elective coursework.

Further Academic Progression: After the BS-MIS, students can pursue FSU's Master of Science in Management Information Systems (MS-MIS) or an MBA with a Management Information Systems specialization. High-performing MIS students can also apply for FSU's combined BS-MIS/MS-MIS or BS-MIS/MBA pathways; eligible students can double-count up to nine graduate credit hours toward the two degrees.