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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.

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), Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA), 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. Hawkeye also has a transfer relationship with the University of Iowa and Upper Iowa University.

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

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 $31,200 $47,000 $55,000

Source: 2018 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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