Computer Information Systems Certificate Program (Graduate)

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1 Program Description Computer Information Systems Certificate Program (Graduate) The Department of Computer Information Systems and Quantitative Methods offers an intensive program leading to a Certificate in Computer Information Systems (CIS). The graduate program is directed at degree and non-degree seeking students who wish to gain information technology (IT) exposure without having to pursue a full degree program in computer information systems. The primary objective of the program is to offer an option to non-cis majors to augment their primary area of study and develop an initial expertise in the use of information technology in the development of computerbased business information systems. The program should be of interest to students who wish to consider the use of information technology in the development of information systems in their own professional disciplines The Certificate in CIS program is offered only in traditional classroom format at the Texas State University campus. Program Objectives The Computer Information Systems (CIS) certificate program focuses on a wide range of IT skills as well as knowledge of computer-based systems design issues that are essential to anyone engaging in the design and implementation of IT solutions. The IT skills include: introductory and advanced computer programming, systems analysis and design, database design and implementation, and working knowledge of IT tools to design, develop, and implement e-business applications. The primary objectives of the certificate program are: 1. To provide students with an opportunity to acquire a background in programming skills in information technology, understanding of the concepts and issues pertaining to systems & database design as well as implementation of a variety of IT systems. More specifically, these skills include: o Identification of issues and strategies for designing and implementing computer-based information systems in a variety of computing and business environments, including e-business, Internet, and intranets. o A thorough working knowledge of at least one modern computer programming language, including VB.NET and JAVA. MCCOY COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS & QUANTITATIVE METHODS 601 University Drive San Marcos, Texas phone: fax: This letter is an electronic communication from Texas State University, a member of The Texas State University System.

2 o Working knowledge of at least one modern database management system, such as SQL.SERVER, DB2, or ORACLE. o Knowledge of systems analysis and design principles; o Knowledge of key issues in the design, development, and deployment of e-business applications. 2. To provide non-cis majors seeking information technology skills an opportunity to acquire the basic IT foundation so that they may compete for positions in their major area of study or for entry-level positions in information technology. CIS Certificate Program Guidelines Students seeking a Certificate in Computer Information Systems must successfully complete eighteen (18) semester hours of course work in information technology (IT). These include twelve (12) semester credit hours of required core CIS courses and six (6) semester credit hours of IT-related elective courses. A list of required and elective courses is presented in Table 1. Table 2 presents a recommended schedule to successfully complete the program. Please Note: The classes required for graduate students seeking a master s degree require graduate level classes whereas the classes required for post-baccalaureate students seeking only the certificate require undergraduate level classes. Students pursuing a master s degree: Table 1: Required s for the Certificate Program in CIS for students pursuing a master s degree along with the Certificate Program: Number Title Semester Credit Hours Required CIS s CIS 2324 Visual Programming I 3 CIS 3325 Visual Programming II 3 CIS 3374 System Analysis & Design 3 CIS 5355 Data Base Management Systems 3 Elective s* CIS 5356 Business Telecommunications 3 CIS 5358 IT Systems Project Management 3 CIS 5360 E-Commerce: Strategies, Technologies, and Applications CIS 5364 Data Warehousing and Mining 3 CIS 5368 Information Security 3 CIS 5370 Enterprise Resource Planning 3 *Please note: CIS 5318 does NOT count toward the CIS Certificate

3 Table 2: Recommended Schedule: Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 CIS 2324 CIS 3325 IT Advanced Elective CIS 3374 CIS 5355 IT Advanced Elective Post baccalaureate students pursuing only the certificate: Table 1: Required s for the Certificate Program in CIS for post baccalaureate students who are pursuing the Certificate and not pursuing a master s degree: Number Title Semester Credit Hours Required CIS s CIS 2324 Visual Programming I 3 CIS 3325 Visual Programming II 3 CIS 3374 System Analysis & Design 3 CIS 3382 Computer Data Base Systems 3 Elective s CIS 3360 E-Business App Design & Development 3 CIS 3375 Enterprise Computing Skills using COBOL 3 CIS 3389 Business Application Programming III 3 CIS 3390 Project Mgmt for Bus Professionals 3 CIS 4318 Advanced Business App Development 3 CIS 4319 Mobile App Development for Windows 3 CIS 4320 Mobile App Development for Apple-iOS 3 CIS 4321 Mobile App Development for Android 3 CIS 4322 Computer System Development & Design 3 CIS 4332 Enterprise Resource Planning Systems 3 CIS 4348 Fundamentals of Data Communications 3 CIS 4349 Advanced Database Management Systems 3 CIS 4350 Information Systems Security 3 CIS 4358 Network Administration 3 CIS 4360 Developing Bus Solutions for the Enterprise 3 Table 2: Recommended Schedule: Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 CIS 2324 CIS 3325 IT Advanced Elective CIS 3374 CIS 3382 IT Advanced Elective

4 Program Requirements Enrollment in the Computer Information Systems Certificate program is open to: Non-Traditional/Special-Status post baccalaureate students who satisfy Texas State admission requirements and who do not want to pursue a master s degree. Graduate students currently pursuing a master s degree. Interested students must follow the normal application process to gain admittance to the graduate college before applying for admission to the certificate program. Students must be formally accepted into this program before taking appropriate CIS courses to be applied towards this program. Students who have taken CIS courses without being formally accepted into this program will not be able to count these courses towards the CIS Certificate after the fact. Transcript and Grade Point Average (GPA) Requirement If you are a Texas State University-San Marcos degree recipient or are currently enrolled at Texas State, you need to request transcripts from any colleges NOT listed on your Texas State transcript. The Graduate College will provide the Texas State transcripts. Applicants must submit one official transcript from each senior level post-secondary institution attended is required. These transcripts must be mailed directly from the university or college attended or submitted in a sealed university envelope with the university's registrar's signature on the back of the envelope. Applicants must have a 2.5 GPA on the last 60 semester hours of undergraduate work before the bachelor s degree. If a student has completed a master s or doctoral degree, a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA is required. Application and Admission to the Certificate Program Please apply online through the Apply Texas Application located at: Allow 2 working days for the application to be received by Texas State. The required non-refundable application fee can be submitted with credit/debit card information during the application process. Please Note: Students who wish to change their certificate program or apply to an additional program must pay the fee associated with the new application.

5 An additional international evaluation fee is required if the application is considered for admission based on foreign credentials. Students will be notified by the graduate college through and letter of their admission status upon a review of submitted credentials. Students will then have to contact Dr. David Wierschem * to get a copy of their course outline. NOTE: Not all certificate programs are eligible for financial aid. Certificate Completion Requirements A minimum GPA of 3.00 with no course having a grade of D is required in order to receive a certificate of completion for the program. Upon completion of certificate course requirements, you must submit a Texas State Certificate Program Application of Completion located at: The Graduate College will confirm with the Graduate Advisor that the requirements have been met. The Graduate College will then contact the Registrar s Office to request the certification to be posted to their transcript upon the successful completion of the certificate program along with the printing of the certificate. Award of Certificate: The certificate will be given to the student by the Department of Computer Information Systems and Quantitative Methods. * Information Contact Bob Davis, Ph.D Interim Chair, Department of CIS and QM McCoy College of Business Administration Texas State University San Marcos, Texas [email protected] Phone: