Information Systems

Bachelor’s

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Transfer up to 90 credit hours toward a bachelor’s degree
$299

Cost per credit hour
200

More than 200 courses with free textbooks

The Bachelor of Science in Information Systems degree motivates you to make outstanding contributions in this essential field. This online program emphasizes business applications, information technology infrastructure.

Trine recently added three specialized tracks. Students can choose from tracks in management/leadership, information systems specialty or cybersecurity. Please expand the Course Requirements section below to learn more.

You also have an option to earn graduate credit toward Master of Science in Information Studies while working on this bachelor's degree. Through this combined degree program, you can finish both degrees in just four years and save up to $8,625!

The Experience

As a student in this online Bachelor of Science in Information Systems program, you will study advanced database management, data visualization, and network security, while also receiving a foundation in math, statistics, and operations research. Throughout the coursework, you will learn how to communicate effectively and work in multidisciplinary teams. In your final course, you will complete a capstone project that allows you to apply your newly acquired skills. After one full academic year, students are eligible to request Curricular Practical Training (CPT) authorization to seek real-world experience while pursuing their degree.

The Results

Graduates who earn Trine University’s Bachelor of Science in Information Systems degree are well-qualified for a wide range of positions in the information field including information manager, network security analyst, network administrator, database administrator and more. This degree also prepares you for more advanced educational opportunities such as the Master of Science in Information Studies, Master of Business Administration or the Master of Science in Organizational Leadership.

BSIS Apply

Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Major (120 hrs.)

General Education Requirements - 30 hours

Communication – 9 hrs.
ENG 133Technical Communication3 hrs.
HUM 203Humanities Seminar3 hrs.
SP 203Effective Speaking3 hrs.
Humanities and Social Science – 9 hrs.
PSY 113Principles of Psychology3 hrs.
PHL 313Ethics3 hrs.
Humanities or Social Science Elective3 hrs.
Mathematics and Science – 9 hrs.
MA 113College Algebra3 hrs.
MA 253Statistics3 hrs.
Science Elective (3)3 hrs.
Other – 3 hrs.
BA 113Business Computer Applications3 hrs.
Additional Requirements - 7 hrs.
BA 123Business Concepts3 hrs.
BA 213Business Spreadsheets3 hrs.
UE 111Online Learning Orientation1 hrs.
Core Requirements - 39 hours
COM 343Web Content Management3 hrs.
CSIT 103Introduction to Information Systems3 hrs.
CSIT 123Computing Infrastructure Basics3 hrs.
CSIT 153Introduction to Operating Systems3 hrs.
CSIT 163Using Programming to Solve Problems3 hrs.
CSIT 223Network Management3 hrs.
CSIT 273Enterprise Architecture3 hrs.
INF 263Data Management3 hrs.
INF 343Information Security3 hrs.
INF 393Data Visualization3 hrs.
INF 403Advanced Database Management3 hrs.
IS 483Information Systems Capstone Proposal3 hrs.
IS 493Information Systems Capstone Project3 hrs.

Concentration Requirements – 15 hrs.

Option 1: Management/Leadership (15 hrs)
MGT 383Principles of Project Management3 hrs.
MGT/LDR Elective (300/400 Level)
MGT/LDR Elective (300/400 Level)
MGT/LDR Elective (300/400 Level)
MGT/LDR Elective (300/400 Level)
Option 2: Information Systems Specialty (15 hrs)
IS Specialty Transfer 15 approved credits or MSIS coursework
Option 3: Cyber Security (15 hrs)
IS 3003Ethical Hacker3 hrs.
IS 373System Security3 hrs.
IS 383Security Analysis3 hrs.
IS 393Security CyberOps3 hrs.
IS 403Cybersecurity3 hrs.

Free Electives – 29 hrs.

Electives are determined in conjunction with an advisor and based on student career objectives.

Additional Information

 

TrineOnline delivers the convenience and accessibility of an online degree program with classes starting every eight weeks. Our asynchronous classes mean there are no set class times, so you can login whenever is best for you. Learn more about the benefits of Trine’s online degree programs.
We offer an affordable education for active duty military students working on their undergraduate degree. Please see our Cost and Investment page for more information.
Information about tuition can be found at Cost and Investment.

Program Information

Degree

Bachelor of Science in Information Systems

Duration

120 hours

Level

Undergraduate

Campus Location

Hybrid