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I have a Associates degree in Business Management and start my Bachelors program next month but I am thinking about changing from Business Management to Business Information Systems. I would like to know where will this degree take me to in the a career in I.T.? Is it the same as other I.T. degrees? Thanks for your info because it much needed right now.

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Good question . Short answer: Business Information Systems (BIS) is not the same as a Computer Science degree, but it is a solid and practical route into many IT careers—especially the ones that sit between business and technology. BIS programs emphasize how systems support business processes, data analysis, and project delivery rather than deep theory or low-level systems engineering.

Typical roles a BIS degree prepares students for include:

  • Business analyst / systems analyst
  • IT project coordinator or IT project manager (entry level)
  • ERP/CRM functional consultant or implementation analyst
  • Data analyst / BI developer (with SQL and visualization skills)
  • Application support / functional support engineer
  • IT auditor or compliance analyst (with governance coursework)

Key skills and short-term actions to make the degree work for IT careers: take courses or self-study in SQL and databases, basic programming (Python or JavaScript), systems analysis/modeling, spreadsheets and data visualization (Excel, Power BI/Tableau), and a fundamentals-of-networks/security class. Combine coursework with a capstone, internship, or two small projects that show an ability to gather requirements and deliver a working solution (for example: a SQL-backed dashboard, a small automation script that supports a business process, or documented process maps).

A few practical cautions and tips: BIS curricula vary widely—some are mostly management with light tech, others are technically rigorous. Review course descriptions and alumni job outcomes before switching. If the eventual goal is software engineering or research, a CS path is stronger; if the aim is to translate between business and tech, manage IT projects, or work in analytics/ERP, BIS is often the better fit. Finally, consult the program advisor about transfer credits and internship opportunities, and plan electives or certifications to fill any technical gaps.

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