How Does a Degree in MIS Compare?

The University of Memphis offers several degree programs that relate to information technology. Let's compare MIS to some of the other degrees available.

	Management Information Systems	Computer Science	Electrical Computer Engineering
UofM College Home	Fogelman College of Business & Economics	College of Arts & Sciences	Herff College of Engineering
Focus	Organization	Software	Product
Objective	More Effective & Profitable Business	Reliable Computer Program	Improved Engineering Product Designs
Core Skill	Problem Solving	Logic / Procedure	Engineering
Core Task	To Improve Business Processes with Information Systems	Write & Test Code to Meet Requirements	Derive Computer Hardware Design
Typical Starting Job	Business Systems Analyst Process Analyst Information Assurance Analyst	Programmer Software Tester	Electrical Engineer Computer Engineer
Career Goals	Chief Information Officer Chief Data Officer Chief Technology Officer Chief Information Security Officer	Programming Manager Software Architect Systems Architect	Senior Engineer Product Manager

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