About Information Systems and Technology, B.A. at CSUSB
In the B.A. in administration program, you’ll build a strong foundation in leadership, management, and marketing. By choosing the information systems and technology concentration, you’ll go further — gaining skills in cybersecurity, app development, analytics, database management, and IT policy.
The program emphasizes hands-on learning and problem-solving, so you’ll graduate ready to manage complex systems, lead teams, and step into roles across business, government, or nonprofits.
Careers in Information Systems and Technology, B.A.
With a B.A. in administration with a concentration in information systems and technology, you’ll be prepared for careers like systems analyst, IT consultant, cybersecurity specialist or data analyst.
The demand is strong: jobs in areas like computer systems analysis are growing much faster than average. Organizations everywhere — from healthcare to finance to tech — need professionals who understand cloud computing, cybersecurity and data analytics. That means excellent job prospects and room to grow.
Sample Courses
Management of Information Technology
This course focuses on how best practice organizations use information technology to gain competitive advantage and accomplish their mission. The course exposes students to numerous examples of IT applications in finance, accounting, marketing, public administration, human resource, entrepreneurship, and supply chain operations.
Cybersecurity
Study in information assurance and systems security for information systems professionals. This course covers several key domains of knowledge essential to becoming a cybersecurity professional. This course will include hands-on, applied technical labs.
Information Systems Planning and Policy
Advanced study of information systems planning and policy formation for top management. Policy issues surrounding project management, information classification, IT audit, and legal issues related to privacy and security will also be covered.
Meet Professor Vincent Nestler, Ph. D.
Opportunities for Students
As an administration student with a concentration in information systems and technology, you’ll connect with opportunities built just for you — like the IT Career Fair hosted by the Center for Cyber & Artificial Intelligence and the Career Center. You’ll also have access to internships, scholarships and awards that can help you gain experience, build your network and stand out in the field.
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