Information Systems
Learn to define problems, develop systems, construct applications, and programming to excel in a wide range of professional opportunities. Offered as a major and minor.
Program Overview
Information Systems at Bryant
Expert faculty, including consultants to industry and the 2017 International Association for Computer Information Systems Computer Educator of the Year, will guide you as you prepare to be a leader in the integration of information, technology, and analytics into business.
Program Features
- Engage in experiential, applied learning opportunities through dynamic internships and co-ops.
- Explore E-business models, including direct selling and business-to-business logistics, and their related back-end internet protocols.
- Acquire critical knowledge of cloud computing and information systems security.
- Immerse yourself in a faculty-supervised directed study where you conduct independent, in-depth research.
- Collaborate with faculty on research through the Advanced Applied Analytics Center, a regional analytics beacon.
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Cross-Disciplinary Advantage
- Our nationally acclaimed business foundation cultivates innovative thinking and problem-solving abilities through real-world projects that develop leadership skills.
- Your liberal arts minor will be a competitive advantage, enriching an immersive education that integrates analytical and critical thinking.
- Whether you begin your career or pursue grad school after graduation, the credentials of your major and minor distinguish you.
Combining diverse ideas and perspective is helping a student to manage a complex world.
More Than a Major
- Study Abroad
- Leadership
- Mentoring
- Performing Arts
- Academic Competitions
The Bryant Difference
Where Our Students Go
Graduates of Bryant's Information Systems program go on to prestigious graduate schools and are in demand by business, government, and nonprofit organizations.
- Amica
- Bentley University
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Rhode Island
- Bose
- Dell EMC
- Ernst & Young
- Fidelity Investments
- FM Global
- Hasbro
- International Game Technology
- Lifespan
- MIT
- Mohegan Sun
- Oracle
- State Street
- Textron
- The Hartford
- UnitedHealth Group
- University of Connecticut
- Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Experiential Learning Opportunities
Career Education Opportunities
- Network with accomplished Applied Analytics, and Statistics and Information Systems alumni to explore different paths.
- Internships and co-ops in a variety of industries obtained through our nationally recognized Amica Center for Career Education and working faculty.
- Discuss career opportunities from 100+ prestigious firms at on-campus career fairs.
Clubs/Organizations
- Bryant University Gamers
- Scientific Community Initiative
- Technology and Analytics Club
Service
- Colleges Against Cancer
- Big Brothers Big Sisters
- Volunteer for summer High School Analytics Camp
- Participate in Bryant-sponsored analytics conferences
International
- Sophomore International Experience
- Study abroad during your junior year
Research
- Collaborate with faculty on research through the Advanced Applied Analytics Center, a regional beacon for analytics
- Compete in the Bryant App-a-Thon
Inspiring Faculty
Our esteemed faculty include award-winning educators and mentors who have had success in the fields they teach and in research. They include the author of a leading management information systems textbook, consultants to industry, the recipient of the 2015 SAS® Distinguished Professor Award, and the 2017 International Association for Computer Information Systems Computer Educator of the Year. Among them is:
Professor of Information Systems and Analytics; 2017 International Association for Computer Information Systems Computer Educator of the Year