Bachelor of Science in Information Systems
A successful information systems career requires both a broad professional knowledge base as well as a practical skill set. The Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems (BSIS) program at Los Angeles Pacific University equips students with such resources while integrating a Christian worldview.
Students who major in information systems will develop professional competencies in information management, computers, databases, systems analysis, and business principles related to information systems. With the opportunity to choose a concentration, students are able to pursue personal or specific career interests within the field of information systems.
Careers in the field of information systems include the areas of electronic data processing, database administration, information systems management, systems analysis, information security, and computer programming.
Graduates will also be equipped to continue their studies in graduate programs in information systems, information technology, or related fields.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLO) for the B.S. Degree in Information Systems
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems program will be able to:
- PLO 1: Demonstrate the ability to integrate biblical concepts and principles with discipline specific topics and domains.
- PLO 2: Develop professional competencies in information systems, including an understanding of the various components of the field.
- PLO 3: Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills.
- PLO 4: Utilize appropriate research concepts and processes in the analysis of information systems issues, practices, and trends.
- PLO 5: Demonstrate critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
- PLO 6: Apply principles of Christian ethics in response to ethical dilemmas and issues within the field of information systems.
- PLO 7: Demonstrate the ability to evaluate and implement ethically sound and legal decisions while accounting for cultural diversity.
The Los Angeles Pacific University Core comprises the General Education requirements and the LAPU Distinctives. Students are encouraged to complete the Core before starting their major requirements. General Education requirements may met by transfer work. The LAPU Distinctives are required for all undergraduate degrees at LAPU.
| Requirement | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Requirements | 25 | |
| LAPU Distinctives | 9 | |
| Total Credits | 34 | |
General Education
| Requirement | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| English Communication | ||
| COMM 105 | Public Communication | 3 |
| ENG 105 | Introduction to Academic Research and Writing | 3 |
| Arts and Humanities | ||
| ART 110 | Introduction to Art | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Literature | ||
| Introduction to Philosophy | ||
| Introduction to Ethics | ||
| Quantitative Reasoning | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Survey of College Mathematics | ||
| College Algebra | ||
| Applied Statistics | ||
| Behavioral Sciences | ||
| APSY 105 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| or ECO 203 | Principles of Microeconomics | |
| Social Sciences | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| World Civilizations | ||
| U.S. History to 1877 | ||
| U.S. History from 1865 | ||
| United States History and the Constitution | ||
| Physical and Biological Sciences | ||
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| Anatomy and Physiology I/Lab | ||
| Anatomy and Physiology II/Lab | ||
| Chemistry for Health Sciences/Lab | ||
| Introduction to Astronomy/Lab | ||
| Total Credits | 25 | |
LAPU Distinctives
| Requirement | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIBL 100 | Introduction to Biblical Literature: Exodus/Deuteronomy | 3 |
| BIBL 230 | Introduction to Biblical Literature: Luke/Acts | 3 |
| MO 101 | Success in the University 1 | 3 |
| Total Credits | 9 | |
| 1 | Must be taken at LAPU. |
To earn the Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems, students must complete the following degree components:
| Requirement | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core | 34 | |
| Program Requisites | 12 | |
| Major Requirements | 45 | |
| Electives | 29 | |
| Total Credits | 120 | |
In order to earn the Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems, students must complete the following required courses while achieving a minimum cumulative grade-point average (GPA) of 2.0 in their major courses:
| Requirement | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core | ||
| Core Requirement | 34 | |
| Program Requisites | ||
| IS 150 | Applied Math for Information Systems | 3 |
| IS 200 | Introduction to Information Systems | 3 |
| IS 210 | Hardware and Software | 3 |
| IS 220 | Object-Oriented Programming | 3 |
| Major Requirements | ||
| BSOL 308 | Ethics and Worldviews in Business | 3 |
| IS 230 | Introduction to Systems Analysis | 3 |
| IS 310 | Server Management | 3 |
| IS 320 | Business Communication Systems | 3 |
| IS 330 | Network Administration | 3 |
| IS 340 | Database Design and Administration | 3 |
| IS 400 | Web Development | 3 |
| IS 410 | Operating Systems Analysis and Design | 3 |
| IS 420 | Enterprise Architecture | 3 |
| IS 440 | Data Analysis and Warehousing | 3 |
| IS 450 | Mobile Applications and Computing in Business | 3 |
| IS 490 | Information Systems Capstone | 3 |
| MGT 200 | Business in a Digital World | 3 |
| MGT 380 | Information Systems Management | 3 |
| MGT 395 | Project Management | 3 |
| Electives | ||
| Electives Requirement 1 | 29 | |
| Total Credits | 120 | |
| 1 | Students may choose from any course in the catalog. If students wish to complete a concentration, they may complete a maximum of two concentrations. Students may also earn up to 30 credits of electives via Prior Learning Assessment (PLA). |