What can I do with a major in information systems?
A KU information systems degree equips you to efficiently manage databases and information systems to help businesses or organizations achieve strategic goals and operational objectives.
Overview
By gaining analytical, logical, creative and communication skills, you will develop an understanding of both business processes and the technologies available to support them.
An information systems degree requires:
- Analytical skills
- Logic and creativity
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
Some information systems positions will be more technical than analytical. In other cases, an organization will place a new team member in a business or process analyst role under the supervision of a veteran manager.
Consulting firms, which provide information systems-related solutions to clients, are another likely area of employment for an information systems graduate.
Tips for information systems students
- Attend major-specific career events and the Business and Accounting Career Fairs each September.
- Develop personal skills, including customer focus, problem solving, self-direction, team orientation, analysis and research.
- Further explore your interests using tools such as LinkedIn Learning or Forage.
- Join a student club or organization that will facilitate career exploration.
- Gain exposure to as many technologies as possible.