The Information Systems Management program prepares students to examine the implementation and management of information systems in today’s technological business environment. This program provides students with a solid understanding of hardware, networking, and applications along with their impact on a business.
The first year of coursework focuses on information technology: hardware, operating systems, and networking equipment. Hawkeye is a Regional Academy for CISCO Systems and delivers their curriculum covering switches and routers preparing students to obtain the CCNA Certification. Students are also trained and encouraged to pursue the CompTIA A+ Certification.
The second year, the focus is business. Students gain an understanding of business to enable them to provide systems to support key business objectives as an Information Technology professional. These classes cover a variety of topics including Human Resources, Accounting, and Marketing.
Hawkeye's Information Technology programs are located in the newly constructed addition of Black Hawk Hall. The Information Technology lab equipment, environment, and technology are state-of-the-art.
The Information Systems Management program is four semesters in length. Students enter in the Fall semester and graduate the following year after completing the Spring semester. Please contact the Information Technology Department at 319-296-4021 to discuss other starting semester options.
Students in the Information Systems Management program interested in continuing their education should visit with a program advisor.
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