Computer Information Systems

Computer Information Systems

Al Lorents

Computer Information Systems

What is CISWhat is CIS Computers Information Systems Strategic uses of Computers and IS in

Business Organizations Business Productivity Software

– Word Processing/Spreadsheet/Database/Graphics Networks

– E-Mail, Web, Electronic Commerce – Client-Server, Telecommunications

What is CISWhat is CIS Programming

– Visual Basic, Java, C++, HTML, XML Business Systems

– People, Problem Solving, Systems Systems Analysis and Design - gathering

system requirements, designing, and implementing systems.

– Project Management, Package Systems – Development Methodologies - ICase Tools

Rational Rose, SAP, Oracle, Peoplesoft

What is CISWhat is CIS Operating Systems

– Windows 95, 98, NT, 2000, IBM(MVS), Sun (UNIX)

Network Hardware and Software– Novell, NT/2000

Internet and Web Technologies– HTML, XML, ASP, JSP

Database Systems – Oracle, DB2, Access

Legacy Systems– Web Integration and Systems Maintenance

IT Job TitlesIT Job Titles

o Programmer/Analystso System Analystso Project Managerso Database Analysts/Administratorso Network Technical

Support/Analysts/Administratorso Web developers / Administratorso End User Support

Job DescriptionsJob Descriptions

Database analyst: Develops both physical and logical database functions

Systems analyst/administrator: Analyzes business processes and designs basic system requirements

Programmer/analyst: Develops, tests and maintains basic application programs

Technical specialists: Provides technical support for hardware, operating systems, networks, database, and applications

Job DescriptionsJob Descriptions

Network administrator: Administers, defines, updates and maintains networks

LAN manager: Responsible for planning, designing and operating the LAN as well as establishing all procedures relating to the LAN environment

E-Commerce network administrator: Manages Web-based network servers and monitors volume of e-commerce transactions

Who Recruits at NAU?Who Recruits at NAU? IBM, HP, Micron, Motorola, Intel PCS, American Express, Quest, Fed Ex Sandia and Lawrence Livermore Labs AMS, Arthur Andersen, Accenture,

Acxiom, Micron Tosco(Parent of Circle K ), SRP, APS State of Arizona

"Job Forecast: Internet's Still Hot" New York Times--Working (01/30/01) P. 9; McClain, Dylan Loeb

"Job Forecast: Internet's Still Hot" New York Times--Working (01/30/01) P. 9; McClain, Dylan Loeb Study by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. From now until 2008, the five fastest-growing

occupations in the United States will be computer-related– Computer engineers– Computer support specialists– Systems analysts– Database administrators– Desktop publishing specialists

Current Internet/ dot.com marketCurrent Internet/ dot.com market

E-Commerce Times (01/24/01) 38 % of CEOs view e-business to be

their top priority for 2001. That is double last year's percentage.

Established companies with over $5 billion in sales are now showing the most interest in e-business.

DemandDemand

Shortages are World Wide Shortages of IT workers could inhibit

the nation’s ability to develop leading-edge products and services, and raise their costs which in turn would reduce US competitiveness and constrain economic growth.

US is the predominant supplier and primary consumer of IT

DemandDemand 50% of IT Execs cite lack of skilled

people at a significant barrier to growth Salaries growing 15 - 20 % per year Undergraduates $38K – mid $50s Graduates $45K to $60+K Strong “first job” opportunities

2001 RHI Consulting Salary GuideNational Averages2001 RHI Consulting Salary GuideNational AveragesJob Position 2000

Salary2001 Salary

% Change

Programmer Analyst

$48,000 -$67,750

$51,750 – $77,500

11.7%

Business Systems Analyst

$50,500 - $72,250

$55,750 - $80,750

11.2%

Application Architect

$66,500 - $87,000

$69,500 - $92,000

5.2%

Relational Database Analyst

$57,500 - $78,250

$62,000 - $84,250

7.7%

Webmaster $54,750 - $75,250

$58,000 - $82,500

8.1%

E-Business DevelopersE-Business Developers

Business architects: Programmers who are as comfortable with technology as they are with business

Most common e-commerce openings:– Oracle database administrators – E-commerce Architects– Back End Integrators

Compensation: Bonuses, stock options and discounts on services such as massages, car detailing, oil changes and dog grooming

Do you fit the mold?Do you fit the mold?

Analytical Ability Problem Solving Ability Math, Statistics, and Accounting Communication Skills Ability to work with people Motivated, Self Starter, Go Getter

About NAU’s CIS ProgramAbout NAU’s CIS Program

Partnerships with Oracle, SAP, and Rational Close ties with Industry - Internship

Opportunities First steps to a CIS Major - CIS 120, then CIS

220 and 221 Certificate Programs - database and Web

technologies For more information about the CIS major: http://www.cba.nau.edu/ undergraduateprogram/CIS/index.htm