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for California State University, Fresno.
Department of
Information Systems and Decision Sciences
The Sid Craig School of Business
CHARLOTTE J. HIATT, Chair
DENISE BIGGERT, Department Administrative Assistant
Peters Business Building, Room 287
(559) 278-2823
FAX: (559) 278-4911
http://www.craig.csufresno.edu/
B.S. in Business
Administration
Information Systems Option
Certificate in Business Information Systems
Certificate
in Network Administration
Faculty
Charlotte J. Hiatt, Chair
Randy J. Anderson, Donald L. Beringson, Kelly J. Black, Priscilla M. Chaffe-Stengel, Harry Costis, Mostafa Elhag, Myron E. Hatcher, Richard C. Lacy, Patricia A. LaRosa, Wallace C. Liu, William S. Mallios, Kathleen E. Moffitt, Arlene A. Motz, Sasan Rahmatian, Peter Simis, Rafael Solis, Donald N. Stengel, Tomasz R. Wielicki
The Department of Information Systems and Decision Sciences employs more than 20 full-time and part-time faculty with extensive expertise in systems analysis, systems design, computer language programming, statistics, networking, telecommunications, word processing systems, office automation, business communication, and database systems. These faculty come from all over the world and have Ph.D. degrees from major American and foreign universities. The modern computer and statistics laboratories offer students a unique opportunity to become acquainted with the developments in the field of computer technology and applications.
The Department
Computer and information systems are at the forefront of most courses
offered in the department. Every course deals with the use of information
by managers in support of their decision -making roles. Those interested
in specializing in the Information Systems option can choose from a broad
set of courses designed to prepare one for a challenging and productive
job in one of the fastest growing career paths.
The Information Systems Option provides students with knowledge,
skills, and modern tools in the area of information technology. Students
will learn about the strategic role of information systems in business decision
making and how to solve management problems in all functional areas of business
by implementing computer technology. Included are courses in end-user computing,
data communication, network administration, database systems, decision support
systems, expert systems, Web-page design, programming, and systems analysis
and design.
The IS specialist is able to take on jobs such as network administrator
in a firm using local area networks. This career path emphasizes management
skills needed in a technical area and requires knowledge in hardware evaluation
and acquisition.
As an end-user support technician, IS graduates can also gain employment helping others use the computer to get their jobs done. The IS professional knows how to get the most from personal productivity software, such as word processors, as well as how to design and implement systems.
Students skilled in both traditional and newer computer languages will find jobs as systems analysts who develop the larger systems that drive most business enterprises. Using a database orientation, these graduates use fourth-generation language development skills to provide speedy and effective solutions to business problems.
The Certificate in Business Information Systems is directed toward enhancing the knowledge of candidates for entry level data processing related positions. After candidates have demonstrated that they have met prerequisites for the certificate program, the approval of the program coordinator or of the department chair must be obtained before students may enter the program. Each student's individually designed program consists of a five-course sequence chosen with the approval of the certificate program coordinator.
The Certificate in Network Administration is designed to enhance knowledge, practical experience, and employability of graduates in the computer network environment. Candidates must meet prerequisites for the certificate program and be approved by the program coordinator or the department chair. The program designed individually for each student consists of a five course sequence. It includes an internship and must be approved by the program coordinator.
Statistical and Computer Laboratories
In addition to the classroom instruction, guest speakers, and field trips, students who study in the Information Systems and Decision Sciences Department are exposed to modern computer laboratories for the quantitative, computer, and business communication classes throughout the semester. The computer laboratories provide the student with the valuable opportunity of hands-on computer experience for such classes as computer programming and statistical analysis. Seven laboratory rooms with over 185 microcomputers are the busiest rooms in the Leon S. Peters Business Building.
Information Systems and Decision Sciences
Courses