<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>The Bachelor of Information Systems in Project Management and Planning program at Baker College prepares students to serve as the strategic liaison between administrative and technological functions of an organization. Students learn to integrate business processes and complex information technology needed to serve as a consultant, designer, or implementer of new solutions. These specialized management classes look at how to effectively use data, networking, computer programming, and information systems support business operations. </p> <p>This online program also contains the chance for students to select some electives so that they can tailor their educational program in ways that suit their interests and goals. To graduate from this program, students will be required to complete a senior project. This program prepares students for certification as a project manager. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>Applicants to this program should enjoy working with resources and information to create timely and executable plans of action. They should also want to improve their organizational abilities. This is an online program, so applicants should have a computer that can access the Internet. Though requirements may vary, students should have earned a high school diploma or equivalent. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>This program is made up of a total of at least 187 credit hours. These credit hours are divided three ways, with 103 credits in major requirements, 20 credits in business management requirements, and 64 credits in general education requirements. </p> <p><u>Project Management and Planning Major Requirements</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code</th><th>Course Name</th></tr> <tr><td>CIS 106B</td><td> Computer Operating Systems and Maintenance I</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 114</td><td> Database Fundamentals</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 331</td><td> Database Management Using SQL</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 351</td><td> System Modeling and Design</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 421B</td><td> Database Administration I</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 431</td><td> Enterprise Architecture</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 441</td><td> IS Strategy, Management and Acquisition</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 495</td><td> Special Topics in Information Systems</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 499</td><td> Senior Project in Information Systems</td></tr> <tr><td>CS 111</td><td> Introduction to Programming</td></tr> <tr><td>CS 422A</td><td>Database Programming I</td></tr> <tr><td>CSS 211</td><td> Introduction to Network Security</td></tr> <tr><td>ITS 321</td><td> Legal and Ethical Issues in Information Technology</td></tr> <tr><td>MTH 401</td><td> Statistical Methods</td></tr> <tr><td>NET 101</td><td> Networking Essentials I</td></tr> <tr><td>NET 102</td><td> Networking Essentials II</td></tr> <tr><td>PPM 301</td><td> Project Management</td></tr> <tr><td>PPM 311</td><td> Project Planning</td></tr> <tr><td>PPM 321</td><td> Negotiation Strategies</td></tr> <tr><td>PPM 401</td><td> Project Cost and Budget Management</td></tr> <tr><td>PPM 411</td><td> Leading Project Teams</td></tr> <tr><td>PPM 421</td><td> Contracting and Procurement for Project Managers</td></tr> <tr><td>PPM 499</td><td> Senior Design Project in Project Management</td></tr> <tr><td>WRK 291B</td><td> Professional Career Strategies</td></tr> <tr><td><b>Select One Course from the Following:</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>CS 217A</td><td> C++ Programming</td></tr> <tr><td>CS 241</td><td> Java Programming</td></tr> <tr><td><b>Select One Course from the Following:</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>CS 218A</td><td> Object Oriented Programming With C++</td></tr> <tr><td>CS 242</td><td> Advanced Java Programming</td></tr> <tr><td><b>Select Once Course from the Following:</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>WRK 218</td><td> Work Experience Project</td></tr> <tr><td>WRKTC201</td><td> Work Experience</td></tr> </table><p><u>Business Management Requirements</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code</th><th>Course Name</th></tr> <tr><td>ACC 121</td><td> Fundamentals of Accounting I</td></tr> <tr><td>MGT 101</td><td> Introduction to Business</td></tr> <tr><td>MGT 151</td><td> Introduction to E-Business</td></tr> <tr><td>MGT 211</td><td> Management and Supervision</td></tr> <tr><td>MGT 321</td><td> Management Information Systems</td></tr> </table><p><u>General Education Requirements</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code</th><th>Course Name</th></tr> <tr><td>ELECT111A</td><td> Scientific Inquiry Elective</td></tr> <tr><td>ELECT121A</td><td> Communication Elective</td></tr> <tr><td>ELECT121B</td><td> Communication Elective</td></tr> <tr><td>ELECT131A</td><td> Global and Cultural Perspectives Elective</td></tr> <tr><td>ELECT131B</td><td> Global and Cultural Perspectives Elective</td></tr> <tr><td>ELECT141A</td><td> Personal and Social Environments Elective</td></tr> <tr><td>ENG 101</td><td> Composition I</td></tr> <tr><td>ENG 102</td><td> Composition II</td></tr> <tr><td>INF 112</td><td> Word Processing</td></tr> <tr><td>INF 113</td><td> Electronic Spreadsheets</td></tr> <tr><td>MTH 111</td><td> Introductory Algebra</td></tr> <tr><td>MTH 112</td><td> Intermediate Algebra</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 231</td><td> Organizational Psychology</td></tr> <tr><td>SOC 321</td><td> Cultural Diversity</td></tr> <tr><td>SPK 201</td><td> Oral Communication</td></tr> <tr><td><b>Select One Course from the Following:</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>PSY 101</td><td> Human Relations</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 111</td><td> General Psychology</td></tr> <tr><td><b>Select One Course from the Following:</b></td><td /></tr> <tr><td>SPK 211</td><td> Group Dynamics</td></tr> <tr><td>SPK 401</td><td> Presentational Speaking</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>Graduates of this Baker College program may be able to seek entrepreneurial opportunities as well as employment with large businesses or smaller organizations. These positions could be entry-level or could demand further responsibilities. Many job options may require applicants to possess the organizational planning skills that are focused on in this program. </p> <p>Possible career opportunities include but are not limited to: </p> <ul><li>Project Manager </li><li>Quality Analyst </li><li>Project Management Consultant </li><li>Industrial Production Consultant </li><li>Information Systems Manager </li><li>Chief Scheduler </li></ul><h4 id="section---AdvancedDegrees">Advanced Degrees</h4> <p>Once a student graduates from this program, he or she may decide to pursue an advanced degree. By seeking a higher-level degree, such as a master's degree, students may be able to specialize in a specific area of business, or they may be able to expand their understanding of planning and management. Certain management or leadership positions may be open to individuals who possess a master's degree or specialized certification. </p> <p>Higher-level degrees include but are not limited to: </p> <ul><li>Master of Technology Management </li><li>Master of Science in Project Management </li><li>Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Project Management </li><li>Master of Arts in Business Communication </li><li>Master of Arts in Project Management </li><li>Master of Science in Risk Management</li></ul>