Consider a degree in Computer Information Systems if you’re passionate about technology and its role in business. Our graduates are organized, detail-oriented, analytical, and possess strong interpersonal skills. This degree prepares you for various IT careers, including system analyst, IT manager, information security analyst, and project manager. If you're ready to leverage technology to solve business challenges, an MIS degree can set you on the right path!
Program Type: Major, Minor, Concentration
Offered: On Campus, Online
Credit Hours: 120
Est. Time to Complete: 4 Years
Department: Department of Math, Data, and Technology
96%
Job/Graduate School Placement Rate
Get Involved
Enhance your skills and boost your knowledge by being involved in SWIFT Club, the perfect place for students interested in technology and hungry to learn more. The club meets weekly to discuss topics related to cybersecurity, networking, ethical hacking, and more.
Program Highlights
Our facilities
We are dedicated to active learning and preparing students for successful careers in business. Our state-of-the-art facilities include the Slaaten Learning Center, a financial trading lab, a corporate-style boardroom with video-conferencing equipment, a student lounge, a boardroom for student organizations, and a cybersecurity training lab.
CAE-CD Designation
Minot State is one of only three National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity in North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, and Wyoming. We received this designation from the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Internships
You’ll have the chance to apply classroom knowledge in real-world settings through internships. Many are initiated by employers, but you can also seek and develop your own opportunities. Internships can be full-time, part-time, or project-oriented, providing valuable hands-on experience, with some even leading to permanent employment.
Careers & Outcomes
103K
Median annual salary for computer systems analysts
→ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Top Careers
- Computer System Analyst
- Management Analyst
- Network System Administrator
- Information Security Analyst
- Operations Research Analyst
Questions? We're Here to Help
Office of Enrollment Services
701-858-3350
1-800-777-0750 ext 3350
askmsu@minotstateu.edu
Darren Seifert
Chair, Assistant Professor
701-858-3007
darren.seifert@minotstateu.edu
Additional Program Information
Minot State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
