The certificate is an 18-hour program designed to provide a focus on the creation and modification of information systems for business. Topics related to systems development such, as programming and database design are included in the course of study.

Requirements
Students must complete six courses as specified below (or appropriate substitutes if course waivers are approved):
IS 6800, Management Information Systems
IS 6805, Applications of Programming for Business Solutions
IS 6825, Management Information Systems: Theory and Practice
IS 6840, Information Systems Analysis
IS 6845, Database Management Systems
IS 6850, Information Systems Design

Students may take additional electives should they desire to do so.

All course prerequisites and all course waivers are applicable. Substitute courses must be approved by the IS Area Coordinator and the Director of Graduate Studies in Business. In all cases, 18 hours are needed to complete the certificate. Students should complete the certificate within 3 years from the time they first enroll in the program.