Information Systems Management
Bridge business and technology. Shawnee State's Bachelor of Science in Business with a major in Information Systems Management — available on campus or 100% online — combines core business training with hands-on tech work in programming, data, cybersecurity, and systems analysis.
Program Overview
In today’s tech-enabled business world, organizations need professionals who understand both the systems that power innovation and the strategies that drive business success. Shawnee State’s Bachelor of Science in Business with a major in Information Systems Management prepares you to thrive in this fast-evolving space — blending core business knowledge with applied technology training.
Whether you choose the on-campus or fully online option, you’ll gain hands-on experience in areas like programming, data analytics, system architecture, cybersecurity, and project management. You’ll learn to build and manage information systems that solve real business challenges — and graduate ready to lead in corporate, nonprofit, or entrepreneurial settings.
Our program is aligned with the latest curriculum standards from the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), ensuring you gain industry-relevant knowledge that meets the expectations of employers and graduate schools alike. You can complete the program as a stand-alone four-year degree or as a 2+2 completion option for students entering with an associate degree in business or information systems.
As a student in Shawnee State’s College of Business & Engineering Technology, you’ll benefit from small classes, personalized advising, and professors with real-world IT experience. Whether your interests lie in systems analysis, data science, networking, or cybersecurity, this program empowers you to shape your career path — and take it to the next level.
Career Outcomes
How to Apply
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At A Glance
Information Systems Management
Location
Main Campus or Online
Start Date
6 entry points; next start date October 19
Why Study Information Systems Management at Shawnee University
You can do it your way — fully online, fully on campus, or as a 2+2 completion if you're transferring in with an associate degree.
The curriculum aligns with ACM, IEEE, and ICCP standards, so what you learn maps to what employers and graduate programs expect.
You'll cover both sides: real business fundamentals and applied tech skills — programming, data modeling, systems analysis, cybersecurity, cloud, and project management.
The C. H. Lute School of Business is IACBE-accredited, which signals real quality assurance to employers.
Classes stay small, advising is personal, and faculty bring real IT and business experience to the classroom.
The program includes a 37-hour business core and 36 hours of information-systems coursework, plus electives. Sample courses:
- Business core: financial and managerial accounting, marketing, microeconomics, macroeconomics, legal environment, management, finance, professional communication
- IS major: programming and web development, data modeling and relational databases, systems analysis and design, IT project management, IS strategy, data science, IT infrastructure
- Electives: advanced programming, network security, JavaScript, cybersecurity and digital forensics, cloud development
Optional internships in IT departments, consulting firms, and startups give you hands-on, resume-building experience in areas like database management, cybersecurity, and systems analysis.
Graduates of the program will be able to:
- Analyze, design, and manage organizational information systems
- Connect technical systems to business operations
- Apply data-driven decision-making with business analytics tools
- Lead and communicate effectively on technology projects
- Prepare for certifications in networking, databases, and cybersecurity
The program is offered on campus in Portsmouth, Ohio and fully online through Shawnee State Online Campus — flexible for both traditional students and working adults.
Graduates typically move into roles like:
- Systems analyst
- Database administrator
- Business intelligence analyst
- IT project manager
- Cybersecurity professional
- IT operations or infrastructure manager
Information systems professionals are in demand across finance, healthcare, government, retail, manufacturing, and technology — essentially any organization that runs on data and software.
Tuition and Financial Aid
Shawnee State’s tuition is among the lowest in Ohio, and the Shawnee Advantage Tuition Guarantee keeps your rate flat for four years. Scholarships including Choose Ohio First and the Pell-Eligible Free Tuition Program may also apply.
Information Systems Management Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The program is offered both on campus and 100% online through Shawnee State Online Campus.
No prior IT experience is required — you just need an interest in both business and technology.
Common paths include systems analyst, database administrator, cybersecurity professional, business intelligence analyst, and IT manager.
Yes — students entering with an associate degree in business or information systems can complete the degree as a 2+2 program.
Program handbook
Course requirements and descriptions are in the Academic Catalog. For detailed information about program expectations, policies, and curriculum, contact:
Jason Lovins, Ph.D., M.B.A., A.P.R.
Title: Interim Director
Area: C.H. Lute School of Business
Phone: (740) 351-3215
Email: jlovins@shawnee.edu
Accreditation
The program is accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE), which sets standards for curriculum relevance, learning outcomes, and student success.
