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BIS - Business Information Systems

BIS 101WI Essential Business Communication Skills

A focus on developing effective business communication skills and understanding their impact on career success. Writing Intensive. Pre/Co-requisite: BUS 100.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 197 Special Studies in Business Information Systems

Selected topics not normally included in existing courses, with current topics listed in Course Search and Registration. Repeatable up to 12 credits with different topics. Prerequisites: See Course Search and Registration.

Credits
1-12(Spec)

Prerequisites

See Course Search and Registration.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 221 Computers in Business I

The management-oriented study of computer information systems in business, including model building and decision support. Includes coverage of leading software packages used in business. Prerequisite: 26 credits completed with 2.0 minimum GPA.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

26 credits completed with 2.0 minimum GPA.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 228 Applications Development

Introduction to business applications development using rapid development programming tools. 

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 255 Information Systems

An introduction to the development and use of Information Systems (IS) in business, including the use of software applications to solve business problems. Prerequisites: 26 Credits completed with 2.0 minimum GPA.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

26 Credits completed with 2.0 minimum GPA.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 260WI Global Business Communication

A focus on business communication knowledge and skills necessary for success in the global business environment. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG 101, ENG 103/ENG 193, or ELI 198.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

Grade of C or better in ENG 101, ENG 103/ENG 193, or ELI 198.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 297 Special Studies in Business Information Systems

Selected topics not normally included in existing courses, with current topics listed in Course Search and Registration. Repeatable up to 12 credits with different topics. Prerequisites: See Course Search and Registration.

Credits
1-12(Spec)

Prerequisites

See Course Search and Registration.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 308 Visual Business Communication and Digital Media

Evaluating and designing visuals and digital media in a business setting. Work of students contributes to a professional portfolio. Recommended: BIS 104 or CPS 100 or BIS 221 or BIS 255.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 315 Social Media and Emerging Technologies in Business

Design and implementation of social media strategies using emerging technologies in real-world business settings. Prerequisite: BUS 100 or BIS 100.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

BUS 100 or BIS 100

Corequisites

None.

BIS 320 Systems Analysis and Design

Fundamentals of business systems analysis and design; study of present system, developing system alternatives. Prerequisites: BIS 221 or BIS 255; 56 semester hours completed.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

BIS 221 or BIS 255; 56 semester hours completed

Corequisites

None.

BIS 327 Web Site Development

Development of Internet and intranet web sites to support business functions including doing business on the Internet with emphasis on issues involved in designing and deploying this information technology by organizations. Prerequisite: 56 semester hours completed or listed on a signed major or minor.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

56 semester hours completed or listed on a signed major or minor

Corequisites

None.

BIS 342 Intercultural Business Communication Abroad

Experiential learning-based course incorporating study abroad. Students learn and demonstrate tools and knowledge necessary for interaction in a professional setting within a foreign culture. This course may be offered as Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: ENG 101 or BIS 101 or COM 101 or COM 195. (University Program Group IV-B: Studies in Cultures Outside of the Anglo-American Tradition, Option 2)

Credits
1-9(Spec)

Prerequisites

ENG 101 or BIS 101 or COM 101 or COM 195

Corequisites

None.

BIS 347 Enterprise Software in Business Using SAP Software

The concepts, fundamentals, technical structure, and implementation issues of business enterprise software are introduced using SAP as a tool. Prerequisite: BIS 104 or CPS 100 or BIS 221 or BIS 255.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

BIS 104 or CPS 100 or BIS 221 or BIS 255

Corequisites

None.

BIS 357 ABAP Programming Fundamentals

Application of ABAP programming language to implement business processes using the SAP system as an example of contemporary enterprise software. Prerequisites: BIS 228, BIS 347; 56 semester hours completed and admission to the BSBA Degree; if not earning a BSBA Degree, course listed on a declared major or minor.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

BIS 228, BIS 347; 56 semester hours completed and admission to the BSBA Degree; if not earning a BSBA Degree, course listed on a declared major or minor.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 360WI Applied Business Communication

A focus on advanced business communication skills. Students will apply effective business communication principles in expanding oral, written, and employment communication skills. Writing Intensive. Prerequisite: 56 semester hours completed. Recommended: ENG 201.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

56 semester hours completed.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 380 Enterprise Architecture

Study of infrastructure issues relevant to the design, selection, implementation, and management of an organization's enterprise architecture. Prerequisites: BIS 221 or 255; 56 semester hours completed; Admission to the BSBA Degree; if not earning a BSBA Degree, course listed on a declared major or minor.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

BIS 221 or BIS 255; 56 semester hours completed; Admission to the BSBA Degree; if not earning a BSBA Degree, course listed on a declared major or minor.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 397 Special Studies in Business Information Systems

Selected topics not normally included in existing courses, with current topics listed in Course Search and Registration. Repeatable up to 12 credits with different topics. Prerequisites: See Course Search and Registration.

Credits
1-12(Spec)

Prerequisites

See Course Search and Registration.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 422 Database Management Systems

Study of database concepts with an emphasis on their application to business systems. Prerequisites: BIS 228; 56 semester hours completed; Admission to the BSBA Degree; if not earning a BSBA Degree, course listed on a declared major or minor.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

BIS 228; 56 semester hours completed; Admission to the BSBA Degree; if not earning a BSBA Degree, course listed on a declared major or minor.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 425 Information Systems Development Project

Project course requiring students to develop and implement a computer- based information system. Prerequisites: BIS 420, BIS 422; 86 semester hours completed; Admission to the BSBA Degree; if not earning a BSBA Degree, course listed on a declared major or minor.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

BIS 420, BIS 422; 86 semester hours completed; Admission to the BSBA Degree; if not earning a BSBA Degree, course listed on a declared major or minor.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 456 Business Analytics Using SAP Software

A study of business intelligence solutions using SAP software. Tools covered include SAP Business Warehouse (BW) and SAP BusinessObjects software. Prerequisites: BIS 247 or BUS 301 or BUS 331.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

BIS 247 or BUS 301 or BUS 331.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 458 Configuration and Implementation using SAP Software

Concepts and application of configuring SAP software for enterprise deployment in business organizations. SAP functions matched with business requirements are configured using the implementation guide. Prerequisites: BIS 347 or BUS 301 or BUS 331; 56 semester hours completed; Admission to the BSBA Degree; if not earning a BSBA Degree, course listed on a declared major or minor.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

BIS 347 or BUS 301 or BUS 331; 56 semester hours completed; Admission to the BSBA Degree; if not earning a BSBA Degree, course listed on a declared major or minor.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 470 Applied Business Communication Integrated Capstone

Using effective business practices and collaboration in preparing and delivering appropriate business reports and communication as a logical approach to solving business problems. Prerequisite: BIS 360; Admission to the BSBA Degree; if not earning a BSBA Degree, course listed on a declared major or minor.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

BIS 360; Admission to the BSBA Degree; if not earning a BSBA Degree, course listed on a declared major or minor.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 490 Internship in Information Systems

A full-time or part-time experience during one or more semesters in an organization. A written report is required. Prerequisites: Permission of department chairperson; 56 semester hours completed; Admission to the BSBA Degree; if not earning a BSBA Degree, course listed on a declared major or minor.

Credits
3(Spec)

Prerequisites

Permission of department chairperson; 56 semester hours completed; Admission to the BSBA Degree; if not earning a BSBA Degree, course listed on a declared major or minor.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 491 Independent Study

Student-initiated study guided by a faculty member. Prerequisites: 86 semester hours completed; minimum GPA of 3.0; permission of department chairperson; Admission to the BSBA Degree; if not earning a BSBA Degree, course listed on a declared major or minor.

Credits
1-3(Spec)

Prerequisites

86 semester hours completed; minimum GPA of 3.0; permission of department chairperson; Admission to the BSBA Degree; if not earning a BSBA Degree, course listed on a declared major or minor.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 495 Internship in Applied Business Communication

A full-time or part-time work experience for one or more semesters dealing with aspects of business and organizational communication. Prerequisite: Permission of department chairperson or major advisor; 56 semester hours completed; Admission to the BSBA Degree; if not earning a BSBA Degree, course listed on a declared major or minor.

Credits
1-6(Spec)

Prerequisites

Permission of department chairperson or major advisor; 56 semester hours completed; Admission to the BSBA Degree; if not earning a BSBA Degree, course listed on a declared major or minor.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 497 Special Studies in Business Information Systems

Selected topics not normally included in existing courses, with current topics listed in Course Search and Registration. Repeatable up to 12 credits with different topics. Prerequisites: See Course Search and Registration.

Credits
1-12(Spec)

Prerequisites

See Course Search and Registration.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 510 Network and Systems Security Fundamentals

Developing Skills needed to effectively and accurately analyze security risks related to networks and related systems, including issues of authenticity, confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Prerequisites: BIS 380 or CPS 565.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

BIS 380 or CPS 565

Corequisites

None.

BIS 512 Cybersecurity Analysis

Using behavioral analytics and tools to improve IT security. Configuring and using threat detection tools and performing data analysis. Prerequisites: BIS 380 or 510.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

BIS 380 or BIS 511

Corequisites

None.

BIS 521 Governance, Risk, and Compliance in Cybersecurity

Investigating external and internal threats that compromise data and digitized intellectual property. Implementing effective policies for mitigating risks and security and remediation measures in organizations. Prerequisite: BIS 512.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

BIS 512

Corequisites

None.

BIS 523 Cybercrime Forensics

Introduction to cybercrime and computer forensics. Exploring laws regulating electronic evidences along with establishing the basis for gathering electronic digital evidence and artifacts. Prerequisite: BIS 512.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

BIS 512

Corequisites

None.

BIS 525 Managing Security and Privacy in the Cloud

Exploring cloud computing concepts, frameworks, and security/privacy issues related to cloud deployments. Evaluating relevant security approaches, security architecture, and cloud security policy and requirements. Prerequisite: BIS 512.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

BIS 512

Corequisites

None.

BIS 530 Cybersecurity, Systems, and Network Certification

Building upon the ten security domains, uses the essential preparation tools and techniques to become a Certified Information Systems Security Professional. Prerequisite: BIS 512.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

BIS 512

Corequisites

None.

BIS 580 Business Decision Modeling

This course offers an overview of the information systems and tools used for evidence-based business decision making. Prerequisites: STA 282QR or BUS 300QR or 503; 56 hours completed; admission to Professional Business Studies; or graduate standing.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

STA 282QR or BUS 300QR or BUS 503; 56 hours completed; admission to Professional Business Studies; or graduate standing

Corequisites

None.

BIS 581 Business Data Analytics

This course offers an overview of theories, workflows, and challenges of Business Data Analytics. Topics include data collection, cleansing, preparation, analysis, and visualization. Prerequisites: STA 282QR or BUS 300QR or 503; 56 semester hours completed; admission to Professional Business Studies; or graduate standing.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

STA 282QR or BUS 300QR or BUS 503; 56 semester hours completed; admission to Professional Business Studies; or graduate standing

Corequisites

None.

BIS 582 Data Visualization: Theory and Practice

This course will offer details on the theory and practice of data visualization. Students will learn visualization theory and design visualizations in accordance with human cognitive structure. Prerequisites: STA 282QR, or BUS 300QR, or 503; 56 semester hours completed; admission to Professional Business Studies; or graduate standing.

Credits
3(3-0)

Prerequisites

STA 282QR or BUS 300QR or BUS 503; 56 semester hours completed; admission to Professional Business Studies; or graduate standing

Corequisites

None.

BIS 597 Special Studies in Business Information Systems

Selected topics not normally included in existing courses, with current topics listed in Course Search and Registration. Repeatable up to 12 credits with different topics. Prerequisites: See Course Search and Registration.

Credits
1-12(Spec)

Prerequisites

See Course Search and Registration.

Corequisites

None.

BIS 598 Integration of Business Processes Using SAP Software

Examination of how ERP fundamental business processes interact using SAP software. Prerequisites: A course supported by SAP software taken at CMU or permission of BIS Chairperson.

Credits
4(Spec)

Prerequisites

A course supported by SAP software taken at CMU or permission of BIS Chairperson.

Corequisites

None.