Frequently Asked Questions

What Kind of Program Is It?

Walden University's B.S in Business Administration program with a concentration in Information Systems is an online degree program that explores the interface between information technology and business. The core curriculum covers a wide spectrum of business courses and includes marketing, operations, and entrepreneurship; accounting and statistics; and an introduction to leadership, human resources, and financial management. Courses also include business information systems and law, critical thinking, and microeconomics. The concentration coursework emphasizes information systems as vehicles for business processes, and technology management from both system- and process-based perspectives. Students complete their coursework with a project management case study and create their own strategic plan for managing technology. The program usually takes about four and a half years to complete, although time to completion may vary by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable.

What Are the Prerequisites?

Walden University's B.S. in Business Administration program with a concentration in Information Systems is intended for current or aspiring business professionals who have a particular interest in information technology. You may have some experience in business or IT, and should have an aptitude for learning technologies. Applicants to Walden University's programs must be at least 24 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent; or be an active member of the military or a veteran; or have already earned at least 90 quarter hours of credit. Applicants may need to complete additional requirements for some programs.

What Are the Course Requirements?

Degree program curriculum and credits are subject to change; contact Walden University for the most current information before enrolling in a program. The Walden University B.S. in Business Administration program with a concentration in Information Systems requires completion of 181 total quarter credit hours. Some of the required courses are listed below.

Business Core Courses

• Introduction to Accounting I
• Introduction to Management and Leadership
• Business Law
• Operations
• Marketing
• Human Resource Management
• Financial Management
• Information Systems in Enterprise
• Dynamics of Change
• Critical Thinking
• Entrepreneurship for Small Business
• Business Capstone Project-Strategic
• Management and Organizational Behavior
• Microeconomics
• Statistics
• Developing Student Portfolios

Concentration Courses

• Business Process Design
• Management of Technology
• Case Study: Project Management

What Could I Do After I Graduate?

Career Opportunities

Graduates of Walden University's B.S. in Business Administration program with a concentration in Information Systems have the opportunity to prepare for careers in business and marketing. Positions that graduates may seek include:

• Information systems manager
• Operations manager
• Marketing management specialist
• Internet marketing specialist
• Project manager
• Client relations manager

Advanced Degrees

In addition to seeking entry-level positions, graduates of Walden University's B.S. in Business Administration program with a concentration in Information Systems may choose to further their studies. Earning a master's degree in business, management, marketing, or IT can prepare graduates for other career opportunities in the field. Degrees listed are not institution-specific but constitute a sampling of continuing education options for graduates. Degrees graduates could pursue include:

• Master of Business Administration
• Master of Project Management
• Master of Science in Marketing
• Master of Science in Finance