BS in Information Systems - Morgan State University

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Information Systems @ Morgan  Thirty-year history of Bachelor of Science in Information Systems.  Curriculum infused with the most current business needs and practices.  The partnership between our department and the business community is a key element to the strength of our programs.

 Outstanding cadre of educators and researchers in the Graves School of Business and Management, with programs accredited by AACSB.

 Faculty serving as journal editors, principal investigators on sponsored research,

and are active in regional, national, and international professional conferences and meetings.

OFFICE OF UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSION & RECRUITMENT 1700 E. Cold Spring Lane Baltimore, Maryland 21251 P: (800) 332-6674 P: (443) 885-8500 E: admissions@morgan.edu

Partial listing of corporations and agencies that have recruited graduates of our program: Amazon; AT&T; Booz-Allen-Hamilton; IBM; Hewlett-Packard; Accenture Federal; CSC; Stanley Black & Decker; McCormick; Goldman Sachs; JP Morgan Chase; Citigroup; Cummins; Corning; DuPont; Lockheed-Martin; Microsoft; Telcordia; Verizon; and many agencies including Department of the Navy; Army; Social Security Administration; Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS); DHS; IRS; and many more.

The Office of Financial Aid is available to guide you and your family through the financial aid process.

What's the Difference between Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Information Systems?  Computer Science: The science that deals with designing and improving the efficiency of computers with the computer in mind. The field requires study of design of operating systems, data structures, extensive programming and discrete mathematics.  Computer Engineering: The design and development of computer hardware and software e.g., Central Processing Unit, Memory, Hard Disks, communication ports, cooling. The field requires study of materials, electrical engineering principles, heat transfer, extensive calculus and programming.  Information Systems: The analysis, design and development of automated systems that are used in organizations. The field requires study of business fundamentals (purchasing, sales, accounting, logistics, finance), systems analysis, database systems, networking, security, enterprise systems, project management.

10 Best College Majors for your Career*: #2) Management Information Systems Starting Median Pay: $56,300 Mid-Career Median Pay: $95,500 Projected Job Growth: 16.7% *Kiplinger 2015-2016

“An Information Systems Manager is the highest paid of all computer specialists making a median of $122,824 a year.”

Graves School of Business and Management; Department of Information Science and Systems 4100 Hillen Road, Room 510, Baltimore MD 21218

No. 8: Management

Phone: 443-885-3608 or 3443

http://www.morgan.edu/inss

Information Systems @ Morgan

FACULTY

ABOUT EARL GRAVES SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT

Prof. and Chair, Sanjay Bapna, PhD University of Iowa Prof. Ganesh Bhatt, PhD Southern Illinois University Prof. Jigish Zaveri, PhD University of Kentucky Associate Prof. Dennis Agboh, PhD University of Alabama Huntsville Associate Prof. Dessa David, PhD CUNY—New York Associate Prof. Sandip Patel, PhD University of Louisville Associate Prof. Abirami Radhakirishnan, PhD Clemson University Associate Prof. Gregory Ramsey, PhD University of Minnesota Associate Prof. Xingxing Zu, PhD Clemson University Assistant Prof. Maxim Bushuev, PhD Voronezh State Tech Academy, PhD Kent State University Assistant Prof. Samuel Ejiaku, DSc Towson University Assistant Prof. Ziping Wang, PhD University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Lecturer Dr. Muhammed Badamas, PhD Century University

Earl Graves School of Business and Management is accredited by the prestigious Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) for the Business Program and the Accounting Program.

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Less than 5% of Business Schools globally are accredited by AACSB for their Business Program.

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Less than 1% of Business Schools globally are accredited by AACSB for their Accounting Program.

The Information Systems Program is in an elite group.

STUDENTS Born and raised in Washington, DC Ayana Bell is a Senior at Morgan State University majoring in Information Science and Systems. She is President of the Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP). She also serves as a graphic designer under the Senior Class Executive Board for the Student Government Association. Additionally, Ayana serves as a student service ambassador for the in the Office of Information Technology (OIT). After December 2016 graduation, Ayana plans to continue to pursue her dream career in Cyber Security at the IRS. Her extracurricular activities include: volunteering in the Innovation Lab at The American History museum in Washington, DC and serving as the Morgan State Ambassador for the HBCU Hackathon.

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Throughout her academic career, Brionna Williams commuted an hour plus each day while maintaining a job in order to fund her education. Although it was difficult she still managed her studies and joined several school organizations. Last year, she served as the 2014 -2015 Co-President of a non-profit organization, GlobeMed, where she spearheaded a fundraising project and raised $3500 that benefited school children in Cameroon. Upon graduation, Brionna will be employed as a Requirements Systems Analyst within the government sector for Booz Allen Hamilton. In the future, Brionna plans to obtain her MBA and open a non-profit for children in underprivileged communities. Her favorite quote is, "Failure will never overtake me, if my determination to succeed is strong enough" -OG Mandino While at Morgan State, Jonas Chew majored in Information Science and Systems. He was an active member of the of the Morgan State University chapter of the Association of Information Technology Professionals (A.I.T.P.) and in September of 2014, Jonas was elected as president of the organization and has led several initiatives such as peer tutoring, helping students attain certifications, and conducting several IT workshops on campus. After graduation Jonas will be working for IBM as an Application Development and Innovation Consultant where he will serve as an adviser to federal and state agencies on the development, integration and implementation of new systems and technologies.

Chanel Campbell is a Senior Information Science and Systems major. Currently, she is one of the Co-Presidents of Globe Med. Globe Med is a nonprofit organization that helps promote global health equity by empowering students and communities to work together to improve the health of people living in poverty around the world. In addition, she currently runs and owns CollegeGirlvsCorporateWorld.com, a website offering advice to current students transitioning into the corporate world. She has interned with JP Morgan Chase for the last two summers as a Business Analyst/Business Systems Analyst. This summer (2016) she plans on interning with Accenture Federal Services as an business analyst consultant. In the future she would like to lead projects full time as a Business Analyst, and or Project Manager as well as eventually join a top consulting firm.

Born and raised in Baltimore, MD, Matthew Reeds is a Junior Information Science and Systems major at Morgan State University. He currently serves as the Polaris (President) of The Alpha Chapter of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. at Morgan State University. He has interned in the Global Information and Business Solutions Department at Legg Mason Global Asset Management and also has interned in the Finance division in the Financial Systems and Analysis group at Goldman Sachs in New York. In the future, Matthew plans to obtain his MBA and join a well-respected firm. He currently is volunteer at The Baltimore Youth Alliance, Inc. Matthew enjoys serving the community and has lead and developed several partnerships in the Baltimore community with local businesses and community organizations.

Born and raised in Baltimore MD, Myshawne Stallings is a Senior. He is a member of the student organization Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP). Myshawne also works in the Office of Information Technology (OIT) department. He is currently working towards obtaining a CompTIA A+ certification and then plans to go after his Network+ certification. After he graduates in December 2016, Myshawne plans to move to California to continue his career path. His hobbies include; teaching hip-hop dance classes with an non-profit organization called Dance Happens playing cards, playing video games as well as PC games. He also enjoys nature, computers, and reading.

Phone: 443-885-3608 or 3443 http://www.morgan.edu/inss