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Information Systems Management

Learn to implement and manage the systems that support a business's key objectives, goals, and business practices—combining your computer and management skills. You can continue your education at the University of Northern Iowa or the University of Iowa.

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Program Overview

The Information Systems Management program prepares you to implement and manage the information technology systems that support a business's key objectives, goals, and business practices. You will gain the knowledge and skills in:

  • Computer hardware and software
  • Operating systems
  • Network structure and equipment
  • Accounting
  • Human relations
  • Management
  • Project management

Hands-on Learning Experiences

  • Internship: Gain 192 hours of real-world work experience ensuring you have the skills you need to succeed in your future career.

Certifications

In the information technology industry certifications are a must. Hawkeye is recognized as a Cisco Regional Academy. You may receive the Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT), and CompTIA certifications.

Transfer Information

An articulation agreement allows you to transfer your Information Systems Management coursework to the Technology Management program at the University of Northern Iowa.

Our transfer agreement with Upper Iowa University allows you to transfer your Information Systems Management coursework to Upper Iowa University's Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program.

Hawkeye also has a transfer relationship with the University of Iowa.

If you plan to transfer, work closely with a program advisor to ensure courses transfer and you meet program requirements.

Scholarship for Success

This program qualifies for the Scholarship for Success, a Hawkeye scholarship awarded to students who have excelled academically at the high school or HiSET level and will pay $250 per semester towards your tuition!

Faculty Spotlight

Chad Dean

“Information technology demands that you become a lifelong learner. That’s why I got into it, to join a profession that requires constant learning. I've seen people come in with little to no knowledge about the IT industry, but I’ve seen those same students work hard, graduate in two years, and get high-paying jobs. This is the reason I enjoy teaching."

Each year students in the IT programs organize an alumni event that includes fundraising for IT Scholarships. Make your gift today!

Courses

Core Courses

  • Introduction to Database
  • A+ Certification Prep Course
  • CISCO Networking
  • Information Computing
  • Routing and Switching Essentials
  • Windows Server
  • Introduction to Business
  • Principles of Accounting I and II
  • Principles of Management
  • Project Management
  • Human Resource Management
  • Internship

  • Electives — Choose from a variety of electives to meet your career and transfer needs and interests.

Program Details

Award: Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
Required number of credits: 63
Program Start: Fall

View Suggested Sequence of Study & Course Cost

Careers

Positions

Our graduates can be employed in many career areas, including:

  • Support specialist
  • Account representative
  • Help desk technician
  • Computer repair technician
  • Network manager
  • Help desk manager
  • Information systems manager

Example Careers and Average Wages
Entry Average Experienced
Computer User Support Specialists $35,500 $50,600 $58,100

Source: 2020 Iowa Wage Report, Iowa Workforce Development

Employers

The following is a partial list of employers who have hired graduates from this program:
Business Location
CBE Group Cedar Falls, IA
Cedar Valley Medical Specialists, P.C. Waterloo, IA
The VGM Group Waterloo, IA
Veridian Credit Union Waterloo, IA
Waverly Utilities Waverly, IA

Admissions Requirements

Step #1: Apply at Hawkeye

  1. Complete Hawkeye's online admissions application to apply and be considered for the Information Systems Management program.

  2. Request to have your transcripts sent to the Admissions office.

Step #2: Basic Skill Competencies

In order to be eligible for the Information Systems Management program, all students must meet minimum score requirements and/or successfully complete the required college success courses in English, reading, and math with a "C" grade or higher at Hawkeye Community College or comparable courses at another accredited college. For appropriate college success course placement, work with your program advisor.

Minimum score requirements
ACT ACCUPLACER COMPASS ACCUPLACER Next Generation
16 Reading 58 Reading 69 Reading 239 Reading
16 English 64 Sentence Skills 41 Writing 240 Writing
16 Math 63 Arithmetic 39 Pre-Algebra 255 Arithmetic
246 Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra, and Statistics

Step #3: Program Acceptance

Applicants meeting the Basic Skill Competencies Requirements criteria are eligible for acceptance.

Applicants not meeting the Basic Skill Competencies Requirements criteria will be accepted to a Pre-Program. As a pre-program student, you will begin with general education and prerequisite classes. An advisor will help you create an academic plan to meet your program admission requirements. Once you have completed your pre-program coursework contact Admissions.

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Contact Us
Admissions Email Admissions 319-296-4000 Hawkeye Center 114
Academic/College Success Advisor Danielle Jennings Email Danielle Jennings
Schedule an appointment with Danielle Jennings		 319-296-2329 ext.1079 Black Hawk Hall 201
Program Advisor Todd Bengen Email Todd Bengen 319-296-2329 ext.1124 Black Hawk Hall 114
Program Advisor Chad Dean Email Chad Dean 319-296-2329 ext.1707 Black Hawk Hall 106
Administrative Assistant Cindi Clark Email Cindi Clark 319-296-4021 Black Hawk Hall 101
Dean Robin Galloway Email Robin Galloway 319-296-4292 Tama Hall 110A

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