Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems – Data Analytics Online
Learn how data affects corporate decision-making and gain the experience to become a trusted analyst who can bridge the gap between tech and business professionals.
Program Overview
Accelerate your professional growth with our online Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems
This 100% online Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems – Data Analytics program prepares you to uncover meaning within raw data. Courses build your competency in using specialized computer systems that help you inform conclusions and identify patterns by transforming, organizing, and modeling facts and figures.
Focus on career-propelling topics including data mining and its application in the workplace, strategic business intelligence that you will implement to guide managers through decisions, and visual data-storytelling techniques such as charts and graphs, cartography, and web data acquisition. Attentive MIS data analytics faculty are industry experts and introduce knowledge and qualifications you can apply immediately to your resume while encouraging you to think critically and act decisively.
As a graduate of this online MIS and data analytics program, you will be prepared to:
- Utilize strong logical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Maintain relevant knowledge of computer languages and technology
- Act as the bridge between tech and business professionals
- Identify problems related to information systems and develop solutions for them
- Apply excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication with technical and non-technical colleagues and clients
- Utilize strong logical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Maintain relevant knowledge of computer languages and technology
- Act as the bridge between tech and business professionals
- Identify problems related to information systems and develop solutions for them
- Apply excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication with technical and non-technical colleagues and clients
Career opportunities:
- Consultant
- Data Analyst
- Information Security Analyst
- Software Engineer
- Solution Development Engineer
- System Support Specialist
- Consultant
- Data Analyst
- Information Security Analyst
- Software Engineer
- Solution Development Engineer
- System Support Specialist
Accreditation:
Northwest Missouri State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Also available:
Northwest offers a variety of specialized online education program options. Check out our other online undergraduate programs.
Per Credit Hour
$320*
Program Transfer Credits:
Up to 90 hours
Credit Hours
120
Accreditation:
Northwest Missouri State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Tuition
Take advantage of our pay-as-you-go tuition
Our B.S. in Management Information Systems – Data Analytics online program offers affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition, which is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. All fees are included.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course |
|---|---|---|
| B.S. in Management Information Systems – Data Analytics | $320 | $960 |
Important Refund Information
| 2nd day of class | Last date for 100% refund for dropped course |
| 4th day of class | Last date for 75% refund for dropped course |
| 6th day of class | Last date for 50% refund for dropped course |
| 8th day of class | Last date for 25% refund for dropped course |
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Tuition breakdown:
Per Credit Hour
$320*
Calendar
Stay on track with a convenient course schedule
Northwest online programs are delivered in an accelerated format ideal for working students, conveniently featuring multiple start dates each year.
| Term | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2 | 10/16/23 | 9/26/23 | 10/2/23 | 10/9/23 | 10/11/23 | 12/1/23 |
| Spring 1 | 1/8/24 | 12/19/23 | 1/2/24 | 1/3/24 | 1/4/24 | 2/23/24 |
| Spring 2 | 3/4/24 | 2/13/24 | 2/19/24 | 2/26/24 | 2/28/24 | 4/19/24 |
Now enrolling:
Next Apply Date:
9/26/23
Next Class Start Date:
10/16/23
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Admissions
Get ready to apply to Northwest’s MIS data analytics online program
At Northwest, we’ve streamlined the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. Please read the requirements for the B.S. in Management Information Systems – Data Analytics online, including what additional materials you need and where you should send them. The requirements include:
Admission Requirements:
- GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
To apply for this program, you must meet the requirements for one of the sections listed below.
Transfer Criteria
- Students with 24 or more transferrable credit hours:
- A minimum 2.0 cumulative transfer GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
- Students with less than 24 transferrable credit hours:
- Follow freshman admission requirements and have a minimum 2.0 cumulative transfer GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
- Transfer students from non-regionally accredited institutions will also be considered a freshman; credit cannot be transferred into Northwest from a non-regionally accredited institution
Returning Students (previously enrolled as degree-seeking at Northwest)
- A minimum 2.0 cumulative transfer GPA in any coursework completed since last being at Northwest (on 4.0 scale)
- A probation essay (if returning after being suspended or put on probation) explaining previous time at Northwest, what they've been doing since and how they plan to be successful when they return
Freshman Criteria (Adult - 24+ years old):
- High school transcript showing graduation date or completion of GED/HiSET
- Essay
- ACT/SAT test scores optional; can be submitted for scholarship/placement purposes if available
Freshman Criteria (for non-adult freshmen and transfers with less than 24 transferrable hours):
- Category I:
- 21 or higher ACT composite (or the SAT equivalent: SAT-980 or 1060**)
- A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA (weighted or unweighted) or above (on 4.0 scale)
- Category II:
- Have an admissions index score (see here) that equals or exceeds 100 points
- A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA (weighted or unweighted) or above (on a 4.0 scale)
- Category III:
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA (weighted or unweighted) or above (on a 4.0 scale)
- Complete high school college-preparatory curriculum
- Students who have completed the GED or HiSET are eligible with a minimum score of 660 on the GED or a minimum score of 75 on the HiSET
- This category is not an option for home-schooled or unaccredited high school graduates unless they have also completed the GED or HiSET
Home-Schooled Students
Applicants must have their ACT or SAT results submitted directly from ACT or College Board. A transcript listing of high school courses and grades in each course is also required for admission.
- 21 or higher on the ACT (or SAT equivalent), OR
- GED score of 660 or higher, OR
- HiSET score of 75 or higher
GED Applicants/HiSET Applicants
A student may be considered for admission after receiving an equivalency certification, meeting the following criteria:
- GED score of 660 or higher, OR
- HiSET score of 75 or higher
Official transcripts can be emailed to [email protected]. To submit official documents by mail, send them to:
Office of Admissions
Northwest Missouri State University
800 University Drive
Maryville, MO 64468-6001
Have a question? Call us at 844-890-9304.
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Admission Requirements:
- GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
Courses
These are the online courses for your MIS and data analytics degree
For the B.S. in Management Information Systems – Data Analytics online, the curriculum is comprised of 120 credit hours, including: 44-47 credit hours of Northwest Core (general education), 4 credit hours of Institutional Requirements, 48 credit hours of Common Professional Component Courses, 18 credit hours of Required Courses, 9 credit hours of Data Analytics Emphasis Courses and 3 credit hours of Advisor-Approved Elective Courses.
Students must take 44-47 credit hours of general education courses to meet the degree plan requirements.
Students are required to take a University Seminar (1 credit hour) and a digital literacy course, usually Computers and Information Technology (3 credit hours) because this is the only Digital Literacy course offered to AP students.
INCO 77101: University Seminar
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
University Seminar is designed to help students transition to college life and achieve success. Topics of exploration will include the privileges, rights, and responsibilities associated with a university education, skills necessary for success, assuming responsibility for one's own university experience, and available resources.
CSIS 44130: Computers and Information Technology
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Introduction to computer systems. Topics include integrated office applications, hardware, software, Internet, and the rights and responsibilities of computer users.
To ensure a common professional foundation among the accredited business programs, all students majoring in Accounting, Business Economics, Business Management, Business Technology, Finance, International Business, Management Information Systems, Marketing, and Organizational Behavior/Human Resource Management are required to fulfill the following common professional component requirements. A minimum grade of C is mandatory for each of the Common Professional Component and required courses.
MATH 17114: General Statistics
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Basic concepts of decision making, central values, variability, probability and statistical inference, elementary concepts of correlation, parametric tests of significance, and regression analysis. Will satisfy The Northwest Core requirement in mathematics. Proficiency examination is available. Prerequisite: An ACT Math score of 22 or higher, high school GPA of 3.00 or higher, or a minimum grade of C in MATH 17082, or concurrent enrollment in MATH 17014.
MATH 17116: Mathematical Modeling
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A course for helping students apply functions to model practical situations. Students will apply concepts of algebra to problem solving while relying more heavily on technology when using nonlinear situations. Will satisfy The Northwest Core requirement in mathematics. Proficiency examination is available.
CSIS 44130: Computers and Information Technology
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Introduction to computer systems. Topics include integrated office applications, hardware, software, Internet, and the rights and responsibilities of computer users.
ACCT 51201: Accounting I
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A beginning course in the principles and theory of accounting
ACCT 51202: Accounting II
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A continuation of ACCT 51201, with the partnership and corporation as forms of business organizations emphasized. Prerequisite: ACCT 51201 with a minimum grade of C.
ECON 52150: Principles of Macroeconomics
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
An introduction to the fundamental principles of macroeconomic analysis. The basic principles relating to aggregate supply and demand; the determination of national income, employment and price level; money and banking; monetary and fiscal policies; and alternative economic systems are studied.
ECON 52151: Principles of Microeconomics
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
An introduction to the fundamental principles of microeconomic analysis. The basic principles relating to the decision-making by the individual household and the individual firm under different market structures, the allocation of society's resources and international trade and balance of payments are studied.
FIN 53311: Business Law
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Fundamental principles of law in relation to the legal environment of business, including procedure and evidence, business ethics, court systems, contracts, torts, administrative law and constitutional law.
FIN 53324: Fundamentals of Business Finance
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A study of the financial structure of corporations, principles and techniques used in financial analysis and decision-making. Prerequisites: ACCT 51202 and MATH 17118 or consent of instructor.
MGMT 54310: Business Communication
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Designed to acquaint students with current knowledge and emerging trends in business communication. Emphasis on developing and improving business writing (letters, memoranda, reports) and oral presentation skills, understanding the importance of communication in organizations, developing skills needed in the job search, and learning how to match specific communicative styles to various situations. Prerequisites: COM 29102, ENGL 10112 or ENGL 10115.
MGMT 54313: Principles of Management
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
An introduction to the field of management designed to give a basic understanding of the principles, concepts, and functions of management within that social system called the information era. Successful management is dependent on fostering responsible and autonomous behavior, as authoritarian structures are being replaced by democratic processes evolving within modern organizations. Thus, successful management is studied as the processes and behavior of participative management.
MGMT 54315: Operations Management
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A study of the several areas of primary concern to the production manager including layout, work measurement, wage incentives, inventory control, and quality control. The use of both qualitative and quantitative tools to aid in decision-making will be introduced. Prerequisites: MGMT 54313, MATH 17114, MATH 17118, or consent of instructor.
MGMT 54417: Strategy and Decision-Making
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A course designed to give students the opportunity to integrate information from the functional areas of an organization in the formation and implementation of organizational policy. Computer simulations will also be utilized to simulate organizational decision-making. Prerequisite: Senior standing, ECON 52150 and ECON 52151 (with a minimum grade of C in each of the courses), and completion of all other common professional component courses.
MKTG 55330: Principles of Marketing
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
In this course students will study the determination and satisfaction of consumer wants or needs from a managerial perspective. Elements of this process include market research, demand analysis, product development, pricing, promotion, and distribution.
MKTG 55438: International Business
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A course on the myths, misconceptions, and misinformation prevailing in International Business, especially in the areas that affect us most-protectionism vs. free trade, balance of payments, deficits and surpluses, the European Union, WTO, problems unique to developing countries, changing trade patterns and reasons why, floating vs. fixed monetary systems, cultural differences, and multinationals.
CSIS 44317: Management Information Systems
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A study of business systems and their relationship with computer systems. The interaction of various systems of the organization and computer technology is emphasized. Prerequisites: MGMT 54313 and either CSIS 44101 or CSIS 44130, each with a grade of C or better.
Students must take 27 credit hours of required courses to meet the degree plan requirements.
FIN 53325: Investment Principles
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A study of the principles of investment and investment vehicles.
FIN 53327: Intermediate Financial Management
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
An in-depth study of financial theory and practices including such topics as capital structure, dividend policy, capital budgeting, asset pricing and working capital management. Prerequisite: FIN 53324 with a minimum grade of C.
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Apply time value of money to value future cash flows and securities
- Apply and understand the conceptual relationship between the risk and return
- Understand the FCF Valuation model
- Understand the concept of corporate governance
- Estimate a firm’s cost of capital
- Apply the evaluation techniques of capital budgeting analysis
- Understand the concept of dividend policy
- Understand the different types of risks that affect business decision
- Understand how businesses determine their optimal capital structure
- Understand the concept of working capital management
FIN 53420: Financial Institutions
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A course which deals with structure, functions, policies and decision-making within financial institutions.
FIN 53421: Selected Cases in Finance
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
An advanced case study course dealing with the management of corporate finance.
MGMT 54314: Human Resource Management
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A study of objectives, functions, and organization of typical human resource management, emphasizing job analysis, selection and placement; development and training; safety and health; employee relations; administration of wages and benefits; labor legislation; and personnel research. Prerequisite: MGMT 54313.
Learning Outcomes:
- Inspire a curiosity for and understanding of the historical evolution of HRM thought as it pertains to current day practices.
- Be able to identify current problems, issues, and trends faced by human resource professionals
- Increase your understanding of the functions of management and organizations in the real world
- Recognize the importance of business ethics and the role it plays in HRM, as HR professionals serve as advocates for the workforce while complying with the corporate objectives of senior management
- Demonstrate comprehension of the legal environment that affects HRM
- Demonstrate an understanding of job analysis; recruitment of employees, including internal and external sources; selection of employees, including concerns of validity and reliability
- Show a basic understanding of the performance evaluation process, including methods of performance appraisal and potential errors involved
- Demonstrate an understanding of organizational reward systems, in particular: wage and salary systems; incentive based or performance-based systems; and employee benefits, including retirement benefits, health benefits, etc.
- Exhibit understanding of employee safety and health concerns and requirements, particularly the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
MGMT 54316: Organizational Behavior & Theory
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
The application of principles and concepts of the behavioral sciences and total quality management to the interpersonal relationships found within modern organizations. As quality management practices replace authoritarian structures with more democratic processes, a need to stress continuous improvement, self-regulation of work content and structure within a job, self-evaluation of performance, self-adjustment in response to work system variability, and participation in the setting of job goals or objectives are seen as the key to effective managerial behavior. Prerequisite: MGMT 54313.
Learning Outcomes:
- Identify and discuss the elements of human behavior in groups/organizations and management of human resources
- Identify and apply skills in problem identification, diagnosis, decision-making, and implementation in human problem situations
- Investigate the frameworks for the analysis of human performance in organizations, to include discussion, analysis, and application of:
- Individual behavior and motivation
- Interpersonal interaction and communication
- Group processes, teamwork, and leadership
- Organizational processes and structures
- Management practices to improve human performance and productivity
MGMT 54318: Entrepreneurship
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A course designed to aid the prospective small business owner in deciding whether or not to start or purchase a retail business, becoming aware of the pitfalls and failure, and understanding how various decisions might increase chances of success. Small business will be compared and contrasted with the larger corporation on several topics. Prerequisite: MGMT 54313.
Learning Outcomes:
- The aim of this course is to provide potential entrepreneurs with a background and foundation on the startup of new ventures and to introduce aspects of planning and management related to small business. The objectives of the course are:
- Identify and analyze potential business opportunities.
- Examine differences between new ventures and existing organizations
- Identify common issues that arise in new venture creation
- Investigate how potential entrepreneurs can be better prepared to address issues that arise
- in new venture creation
- Explain what is necessary to start a new venture
- Analyze if entrepreneurship is a worthwhile pursuit
MGMT 54320: Negotiations
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A study of the theoretical and practical perspectives of the various negotiation process strategies and tactics found in the contemporary business and social setting. Emphasis will be placed on the preparation element of the negotiation process, distributive and integrative negotiation techniques, along with developing negotiation styles, relational trust building, power, persuasion and ethics, creativity and problem-solving in negotiations, multi-party and multi-cultural negotiations. Prerequisite: MGMT 54313.
Learning Outcomes:
- Demonstrate an understanding that negotiation is a critical life skill that can be learned and improved
- Identify and explain the importance of all phases of negotiations.
- Explain and discuss how persuasion, power, and ethics figure as key negotiating challenges.
- Explain and discuss how to develop differing negotiation styles and behaviors and their respective impact on negotiated outcomes.
- Explain and discuss why building trusting relationships can result in more lasting and more effective negotiations.
- Identify patterns and phases in negotiation settings, how to mitigate them, and how selecting one pattern from another may result in different results.
- Explain and discuss the implications for negotiation in cross-cultural settings.
- Demonstrate an understanding of and ability to use the language of negotiation both in speaking and writing
MGMT 53326: Investment Management
Duration: 7 weeks
Credit Hours: 3
A course dealing with fixed income, derivatives, and foreign exchange. Prerequisite: FIN 53324 with a minimum grade of C.
Students must take 6 credit hours of any advisor-approved elective courses to meet the degree plan requirements.
*Tuition and fees are based on current rates. Textbooks and laptops are not included with tuition. A one-time fee of $20.50 will be charged for remote proctoring of required Assessment of Core Proficiencies.
**Per 2016 SAT redesign.
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