Bachelor of Science in Business Major in Management Information Systems

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

De Paul University

Program Overview

DePaul University’s Bachelor of Science in Business in Management Information Systems (MIS) combines business knowledge with technical skills, preparing students to help organizations use technology effectively and make informed decisions. Ideal for students interested in business, data, technology, and problem-solving, the program explores programming, database management, systems analysis, business analytics, and IT project management, creating a foundation for careers that connect business operations with technology.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1: Students begin by understanding how technology supports business operations through Introduction to Business Technology and Decision Making (MIS 140), alongside foundational computing through Introductory Computing for the Web (IT 130). These courses introduce business technology, digital systems, and the role of information in organizational decision-making.

Year 2: Students build technical and analytical capabilities through Applied Networks and Security (IT 263), Data Mining and Analytics (MIS 300), and Career Management for MIS (MIS 250). They explore network infrastructure, data analysis, and professional preparation while learning how technology supports business functions.

Year 3: Students deepen their knowledge of systems and organizational technology through Systems Analysis and Design (MIS 360), Information Systems Project Management (MIS 362), and Database Management Systems Design and Development (MIS 370). These subjects develop the ability to analyze business needs, manage technology projects, and design databases for practical business use.

Year 4: Students can strengthen their specialization through electives such as Descriptive and Diagnostic Business Analytics (BUA 301), Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Technologies (BUA 320), Introduction to Applied Programming (IT 211), or Web Development I (IT 231). Alongside the business core and liberal studies requirements, these options help students shape their technical knowledge around their interests and career direction.

Focus Areas

Business technology, information systems management, business analytics, data mining, database design and development, systems analysis, IT project management, applied networks and security.

Learning Outcomes

Students develop the ability to analyze business requirements, gather system requirements, design and develop relational databases, manage technology projects, integrate technical knowledge with business operations, use contemporary technologies to solve problems, and communicate effectively in professional settings.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

DePaul’s Driehaus College of Business is accredited by AACSB International, a recognized accreditation body for business education. This accreditation reflects the college’s commitment to academic quality and continuous improvement in business education.

Reputation (Employability)

DePaul reports that 93% of Management Information Systems graduates were employed, continuing their education, or not seeking employment after graduation. The university’s broader career outcomes report also indicates that 91% of bachelor’s degree recipients were employed, continuing education, or pursuing other goals within six months of graduation; this university-wide figure is not specific to MIS.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

DePaul’s Management Information Systems program connects classroom learning with practical business and technology challenges. Students work with systems analysis techniques, database design, data analytics, and project management tools, while Chicago’s business and technology environment provides opportunities to pursue internships and professional experience. The curriculum also includes real-world problem-solving projects and career preparation through a dedicated MIS career management course.

Students can develop practical skills through:

Real-world systems projects: MIS 360 Systems Analysis and Design includes projects in which students work to solve real-world problems using systems analysis and design techniques.
Database development: MIS 370 includes assignments and a group term project using Microsoft SQL Server, covering SQL, database design, data warehousing, and database administration.
Data analytics: MIS 300 introduces data analysis using SQL and explores topics such as Big Data, NoSQL, data warehousing, and online analytical processing.
Project management tools: MIS 362 uses Microsoft Project and introduces scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, Gantt charts, PERT, and CPM.
Business technology tools: MIS 140 includes Excel spreadsheet design and data analysis for decision-making.
Career preparation: MIS 250 helps students connect with MIS professionals, explore career paths, prepare resumes and cover letters, and develop LinkedIn profiles.
Internship opportunities: The university identifies internships and professional work experience with Chicago-area business and technology firms as opportunities available to MIS students.
Technology and business exposure: Students can explore areas such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, e-commerce, networks, and information systems through their coursework and electives.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of DePaul’s Management Information Systems program can pursue careers that combine business understanding with technology, data, and systems management. Their preparation in analytics, databases, systems design, and IT project management supports opportunities across business analysis, information systems, database administration, and technology project coordination.

Potential career paths include:

Business Analyst
Systems Analyst
Database Administrator
IT Project Manager

Additional career development opportunities include:

Career Center support: DePaul’s Career Center provides career planning, employment resources, and guidance to help students make informed career decisions.
Professional preparation: MIS 250 supports resume and cover letter development, LinkedIn profile creation, interview preparation, and connections with MIS professionals.
Employment outcomes: DePaul reports a 93% positive outcome rate for MIS graduates, including employment, continuing education, or graduates not seeking employment.
University-wide outcomes: DePaul reports that 91% of bachelor’s graduates were employed, continuing education, or pursuing other goals within six months. The reported median salary across the broader bachelor’s graduate population is $50,000, based on self-reported salary data.
Internship access: DePaul’s Handshake career platform listed more than 74,000 internship opportunities during 2025–26, across the university.
Industry exposure: DePaul’s Chicago location provides access to a major business and technology environment, with opportunities to pursue professional experience and internships.
Accreditation value: AACSB accreditation of the Driehaus College of Business supports the college’s commitment to recognized business education standards.

Further Academic Progression: After completing the B.S. in Management Information Systems, graduates may pursue postgraduate study in Information Systems, Business Analytics, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, or an MBA. DePaul also identifies a combined bachelor’s and master’s degree option for students interested in continuing their education.