Enjoy learning about business and technology?

You can earn a Bachelor of Science in Business Information Systems degree
online at Albany State University!

Albany State University now offers a Bachelor of Science in Business Information Systems online program! Graduates of this program will gain the knowledge, skills and values needed to effectively implement various business principles and utilize tools in an organizational setting. Students will be exposed to valuable theoretical knowledge and best practices in the areas of management, organizational behavior, research and evaluation, e-business, critical thinking and problem solving. In addition, students will learn how to balance the logic of technology with the human side of business.

You Can Have It All...

American businesses seek entry-level managers with the technological abilities, knowledge and interpersonal skills necessary to become part of a technology-oriented workforce team. Thus, business information systems graduates are emerging as productive members of society. Our online Business Information Systems program will allow you to achieve your goals while maintaining your current work status. You can. This program allows you to realize your potential to get the promotion or career that you deserve.

Why Choose Albany State University?

Albany State University prides itself on providing students with an opportunity to build on their previous education and work experience. The Bachelor of Science in Business Information Systems is a perfect example of ASU’s commitment to meeting this goal.

Albany State was founded in 1903, and it advocates the total development of students and provides a wholesome academic environment. A leader in teacher education, nursing, criminal justice, business, public administration and the sciences, ASU provides a comprehensive educational experience with quality instruction as the hallmark of all its academic programs. The University embraces the concept of "students first" as a core institutional value.


What is the Tuition Cost?

The tuition rate is $175 per credit hour.

Is Financial Aid Available?

Yes, Financial Aid is available to students planning on enrolling in this program. Check with your employers for reimbursements, or tuition assistance.

Accreditation

Albany State University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097: Telephone number 404-679-4501) to award Bachelor’s, Master’s and Education Specialist degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges with questions about the accreditation of Albany State University. Albany State University is also accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education, the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs, the National League for Nursing, the Georgia Board of Nursing and Council on Social Work Education.

Program Overview

Albany State University Online seeks to meet the needs of adult learners by offering accelerated online degree completion programs of the highest quality in a manner convenient to any lifestyle. The Bachelor of Science in Business Information Systems online program provides professional preparation for those who are interested in the coordination, facilitation and expedition of information systems within an organization.

The Bachelor of Science in Business Information Systems curriculum exposes students to technical certification, critical thinking activities and current trends. The focus of the curriculum is on business with an emphasis on information systems. In addition, this online program provides students with the opportunity to develop or enhance written and oral communication skills and technological solutions.

Requirements

  1. The student must earn a minimum of 123 semester hours with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.25 and a minimum grade of “C” in all business courses.

  2. Transfer students must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.25 for admission into the program and at least 50% of the business credit hours must be earned at ASU.

  3. The student must successfully complete the Major Field Achievement Test (MFAT) and the University Systems of Georgia Board of Regents’ Test.

Length of Program

The Bachelor of Science in Business Information Systems online program consists of approximately 123 credit hours. Full-time students should be able to complete the program in two years.

Core Courses

  • International Business
  • Economic/Business Statistics
  • Foundations of Financial Management
  • Legal Environment of Business
  • Management Science/Operations Management
  • Organizational Behavior
  • Human Resource Management
  • Management Information Systems
  • Business Policy
  • Information Systems Framework
  • Information Resource Management
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Telecommunications Management
  • Database Management Systems
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Faculty

Professors have online office hours to assist students through phone and email as needed. In addition, the faculty will assist students with potential internships and employment possibilities. The faculty will also support students with their academic progress and help them stay on track for graduation.

Accreditation

Florida Institute of Technology is regionally accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate, baccalaureate, master's, education specialist and doctoral degrees.

Recognitions

Florida Tech has built a reputation for an unwavering emphasis on exceptional academics and innovative research in the fields of business, engineering and technology, and is also known for having an award-winning faculty. You can be sure you're getting an extraordinary education as you earn your criminal justice degree from Florida Tech, a top-ranked university that is:

  • Listed in Barron's Best Buys in College Education
  • Named one of the Southeast's best universities by Princeton Review in 2005 and 2006
  • Ranked a Best National University in the 2007 U.S. News & World Report "America's Best Colleges"
  • Rated the top private university in Florida for the second straight year by Washington Monthly

Testimonials

Just to give you an idea of how Florida Tech University Online students feel about their online degree programs, here's what they have to say:

"If it were not for this online program, I would have passed on continuing my education. I don’t have the time to travel to a campus and attend class. This program gave me the complete flexibility to work on my schedule. It really is anytime, anywhere!"
Kevin Red
Hot Springs, AR

"I love attending classes online around my schedule. The program allows me to do it all: work full time and go to school without sacrificing my social life. And the fact that my employer's tuition assistance program covers the cost is the icing on the cake!"
Stephanie Matzke
Tampa, FL

"My job involves a substantial amount of traveling so I needed a course of instruction that was flexible enough to accommodate my absences from the U.S. The online course was ideal since I could do the work while away or on the airplane. I even managed to make a few friends during the classes."
James Wong
South Pasadena, CA

These students have achieved their latest educational goal. Now it's your turn!