Program Overview
Information Systems (IS) is more than just computer programming; it is about meeting the needs of customers through the effective use of technology. Drake’s IS program provides students with the technical skills that industry requires of its employees plus an understanding of how businesses work. This clearly differentiates the IS program from the purely technical orientation of a Computer Science major.
Information Systems Minor Requirements
The Information Systems minor is available for all undergraduate students who meet the following course requirements:
Course List | Code | Title | Hours |
| IS 044 | MICROSOFT OFFICE TOOLS FOR BUSINESS ANALYSIS | 2 |
| IS 075 | INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND BUSINESS | 3 |
| IS 107 | PROGRAMMING AND APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT | 3 |
| IS 160 | DATABASE MANAGEMENT | 3 |
| IS 161 | INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN | 3 |
| 3 |
| INTRODUCTION TO FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING | |
| PRINCIPLES OF MICROECONOMICS | |
| 3 |
| BUSINESS LAW I | |
| GLOBALIZATION | |
| 3 |
| MARKETING PRINCIPLES | |
| ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR | |
| Total Hours | 23 |