<p>I have thought about and I am really considering doing this program, it sounds great. I like computers, technology and I think I would like a career based on them. I was considering Computer Science but I also dont want to be a "heads down" programmer in front of the computer 24/7 which is why I think MIS is interesting because you get to explore the business side of it as well as the technical. I do realize that I may have to do mostly programming early on but eventually I would like to do more systems/business related things. Plus I hear CS degrees are more for people that want to be computer scientists, work with theory and have a strong aptitude for math (which I really do not)</p>
<p>If you have the degree, or are taking classes, do you like them? Has the degree been good for you, as far as getting a job and preparing you for the job? Any other info you can provide would be great. I have heard pretty good things about it and it seems like jobs are out there and will continue to be there.</p>
<p>I’ll offer some thoughts. My bachelor isn’t in MIS, but all my MBA electives were in MIS. I’ve worked in business IT areas for over 20 years including large publically held companies and private ones. I’m currently in a management role where I hire people (project managers and business analysts). Not trying to brag on me, just stating my background and frame of reference.</p>
<p>The difference between a computer science degree and MIS degree is basically what you listed. While there are CS people in business IT departments, more often they are working on hardware, creating languages, research, etc. People with MIS degrees don’t do that as often, they are more likely to be in a business IT department, a technology consulting company, etc.</p>
<p>You should take some programming classes, but get a broad exposure to various topics including requirements analysis, operating systems, networking, database, hardware, etc. You don’t know what may be of interest to a prospective employer. </p>
<p>College grads get hired into a variety of entry-level positions, whether programming, help desk, database analyst, tester, etc. Once you get some experience a lot more options will open up. If you have the opportunity to get internships or work on projects try to get a variety of experience and find what interests you. </p>
<p>There are a lot of opportunities out there, especially once you get a little experience and the MIS degree is a good way to start. </p>
<p>mrdude, I don’t know if you’re still around but my major was very similar to MIS. </p>
<p>if you’re not that into programming then I wouldn’t do CS but be aware you will have to learn some sort of programming in a MIS degree program. I had IT classes in C++, php, databases, system analysis, networking, MIS, hardware, end user support, and general stuff like excel, word, things like that. as far as business, accounting, finance, law, economics, etc.</p>
<p>Thanks to both of you for the information, much appreciated. I think I have all but decided to go with MIS over CS. I like hearing from people who have done it, to get a feel for what to expect.</p>
<p>I’m taking an intro to programming class right now and it seems pretty cool and I will jump into my major classes in the fall. </p>
<p>Any other insight people can give would be great, if you have the degree, work in the field or anything.</p>