ManagementInformationSystems

Prof. David Murraydjmurray@buffalo.edu

www.buffalo.edu/~djmurray

Introduction to MISIntroduction to MIS

OverviewOverview

Common questions about MIS What is Management Information

Systems (MIS)? Careers in MIS MIS Concentration Coursework Tips for Undergraduate Students

Common Questions about MISCommon Questions about MIS

What is MIS? How are MIS and CS different? Does MIS involve a lot of computer

programming? What are potential careers in MIS? Can I succeed in MIS without a strong

computer or technical background? What can I do to further myself in the MIS

field while I’m still a student?

What is MIS?What is MIS?

Identifying the information that is needed for effective decision making in organizations and developing information systems to satisfy those needs

In other words…“ MIS is using technology to

create business value.”

What is MIS?What is MIS?

What do MIS professionals do?

BUSINESS

TECHNOLOGY

Bridge the gap between business and technical minds

MIS Career Outlook – GREAT!MIS Career Outlook – GREAT!

Five fastest growing occupations between 2004 and 2014 for individuals with a Bachelor's degree:

- Network systems & data communications analysts - Physician assistants - Computer software engineers, applications - Computer software engineers, systems software - Network and computer systems administrators

Source: U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statisticshttp://www.bls.gov/oco/ocotjt1.htm

MIS Career Outlook – Pays well too!MIS Career Outlook – Pays well too!

Projected percent growth in occupations from 2004 to 2014

- Network systems & data communications analysts (54.6%) - Computer software engineers, applications (48.4%)- Computer software engineers, systems software (43%)- Network and computer systems administrators (38.4%)- Database administrators (38.2%)- Computer systems analyst (31.4%) These positions are ranked in the top 25% for median

earnings and are in the BLS list of fastest growing jobs.

Source: U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statisticshttp://www.bls.gov/emp/emptab21.htm

MIS CareersMIS Careers

What general careers are there in MIS?

Project Managers / CIO Systems Analysis and Design Software Design Internet Database Network / Telecommunications Technical Sales

Careers in MISCareers in MIS

What does it take to succeed?

SOFT SKILLS Communication Teamwork Patience Creativity Decision Making

TECHNICAL SKILLS Technical Curiosity Problem Solving Analytical Technological Knowledge Synthesis

BUSINESS SKILLS!

Essential Skills for Today’s CIOEssential Skills for Today’s CIO

Source: CIO, March 1, 2002

MIS@UBMIS@UB

What classes will I take? Business Core

Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, Accounting, MIS (MGS351), etc...

MIS Concentration Java Programming (CSE113) Telecommunications Technology (MGS402) Database Management (MGS404) Systems Analysis and Design (MGS405)

MIS Coursework ScheduleMIS Coursework Schedule

Take anytime prior to final semester:

CSE113

Take anytime during Junior year (core class):

MGS351

Take during first semester Senior year:

MGS402 and MGS404

Take during second semester Senior year:

MGS405

Characteristics of Successful MIS StudentsCharacteristics of Successful MIS Students

They truly enjoy technology

The top students have the initiative and drive

to learn things on their own

Many pursue MIS related jobs and

internships while in school (CIT)

They understand non-MIS business classes

are just as important to their career success

MIS@UB – What can I do now?MIS@UB – What can I do now?

Get involved! (MISA)

Seek out technology-related jobs and/or

internships

Develop soft skills and technical skills

Use your computer to solve your own

problems

Explore technology certifications

Questions?Questions?

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about the MIS concentration

Professor David Murraydjmurray@buffalo.eduAIM Screen Name: MGS351Office: Jacobs 284Phone: 645-3249

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