Business Information Systems Major in Pennsylvania
Discover the Business Information Systems program, designed for students passionate about technology and business. This faith-based program prepares you for careers in data analysis, IT management and systems consulting. Embrace your future in tech with a Christian perspective and impactful skills.
100%
of first-year
students receive financial aid
students receive financial aid
98%
of the class of 2025 were
employed or in a graduate program
within 6 - 9 months after graduation
employed or in a graduate program
within 6 - 9 months after graduation
12:1
student to faculty ratio
Study Business Information Systems at a Christian University
Discover the transformative power of technology in business development with Messiah University’s Business Information Systems (BIS) program. Our interdisciplinary curriculum spans hardware, software and communication technologies, equipping you with the knowledge to implement systems that streamline business processes. Engage in hands-on projects and collaborate with real-world businesses to design, build and refine systems tailored to meet modern challenges, employing data, technology and expert project management skills. With courses focused on computer programming and systems analysis and design application, you’ll be prepared to thrive in a variety of roles within the business and computer science fields.
As a business information systems major or minor at Messiah University, you’ll be able to:
- Engage in real-world projects with businesses to design, build, and refine systems, providing practical application of knowledge gained in the classroom.
- Explore the study and application of hardware, software, and communication technologies, gaining a comprehensive understanding of Business Information Systems.
- Learn to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and value of organizational processes, addressing contemporary challenges faced by businesses.
- Focus on coursework that prepares students for a variety of jobs in the business and computer science fields, equipping them with the skills needed to thrive in dynamic, evolving industries.
- Experience classroom learning within the framework of Christian faith, fostering a holistic approach to education that emphasizes ethical decision-making and service-oriented leadership.
As a graduate of the business information systems program, you’ll be equipped to secure positions such as:
- Business Analyst
- Systems Analyst
- IT Consultant
- Data Analyst
- Technical Support Specialist
- Webmaster
- Database programmer
Messiah’s nationally recognized internship program helps place students in a variety of business information systems internships. Learn more about Messiah’s Career and Professional Development Center and explore the types of opportunities available to students in this program.
Programs related to Business Information Systems
In the Business Information Systems program, you will take a selection of courses that successfully prepare you for a career in a related field. Hands-on experiences and classroom learning within the framework of Christian faith will give you the skills and knowledge to achieve your goals. Our programs offer a wide variety of courses that will not only help you excel in your future career, but challenge you to develop a deeper understanding of your field of study.
Course options for Business Information Systems:
Business Information Systems (B.S.)
Business Information Systems Minor
Careers and outcomes
Where our grads work
Graduates of this pogram work in positions of leadership in their places of employment, using the tools and knowledge a Messiah University education prepared them with. Each year, eager employers and some of the nation's best graduate schools welcome Messiah graduates into their organizations.
98% of the Class of 2025 respondents were employed or in graduate school within 6-9 months of graduation.
Our Alumni
Regional and national employers seek out Messiah graduates for their academic preparation, work ethic and personal character. The transformation you experience at Messiah readies you to transform the lives of others through your chosen career path.
Messiah's unique approach to hands-on learning
Learning in the classroom is important but actually applying that knowledge in a hands-on way can make all the difference. At Messiah University, the Experiential Learning Initiative (ELI) allows Messiah to take this hands-on learning to a new level by giving students the opportunity to apply what they have learned to various real world contexts--such as an internship/practica, service learning, off-campus program, holding a student leadership position, or participating in undergraduate research.
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