Information Systems, B.S.

Murray Koppelman School of Business

Program Overview

As an information systems major, you will choose a double major, such as business and accounting, or select a minor in business law, corporate social responsibility, marketing, organizational behavior, small business management, or urban entrepreneurship. This degree is offered in conjunction with the Department of Computer and Information Science.

Information Systems, B.S.

Where You'll Go

This degree equips you with the combined business and technology skills you need to succeed in a wide range of professional careers in management, human resource management, operations management, business analytics, marketing, and international business. These skills are applicable in small and large companies, as well as nonprofits, and will also prepare you to start your own business.

Major Details

The program information listed here reflects the approved curriculum for the 2024–25 academic year per the Brooklyn College Bulletin. Bulletins from past academic years can be found here.

Major Requirements (65-69 Credits)

All of the following: Computer and Information Science 1115 or 1170, 3115, 3130, 3810, 4900 or 5001.

Students unfamiliar with PC application software (word processing, spreadsheet software, database management software, and presentation software) should also complete Computer and Information Science 1050. Knowledge of such software is a prerequisite for Computer and Information Science 3810.

Three courses chosen from the following: Computer and Information Science 3140, 3142, 3160, 3171, 3220, 3310, 3320, 3325, 3340, 3345, 3350, 3410, 3610, 3620, 3630, 3650, 3800, and 3820.

For those who choose to take Mathematics 2501 or 3501, Mathematics 1011 or 1012 is required. A waiver for Mathematics 1011 or  1012 can be obtained from the Mathematics Department conditional on the outcome of an appropriate placement exam.

Computer and Information Science 2820W or Philosophy 3318W.

Business 3420 or Computer and Information Science 1590.

Business 3430 or Computer and Information Science 2531.

One of the following: Business 3120, Computer and Information Science 1530, Business 3432, Computer and Information Science 2532.

Business 4202W or Computer and Information Science 1580W.

Economics 2100 or Business 2100.

Economics 2200 or Business 2200.

Business 3200.

Finance 3310.

Accounting 2001.

Business 3400 or Economics 3400 or Mathematics 2501 or 3501 or Psychology 3400.

Business 3410 or Economics 3410 or Mathematics 1201 or Business 3421 or Computer and Information Science 2590.

Twenty-four credits must be completed in advanced courses in the departments of Accounting, Computer and Information Science, Economics, Business Management, and/or Finance. These 24 credits must be completed at Brooklyn College with a grade of C or higher in each course.

Additional Requirements for a B.S. Degree

Candidates for a B.S. degree with a major in information systems must complete at least 60 credits in science and mathematics and advanced courses numbered 2000 or above in the departments of Accounting, Computer and Information Science, Economics, Business Management, and/or Finance. Among the 60 credits, 24 credits must be completed in advanced courses in the departments of Accounting, Computer and Information Science, Economics, Business Management, and/or Finance. These 24 credits must be completed at Brooklyn College with a grade of C or higher in each course. The following courses may be applied toward the 60 credits in science and mathematics:

  • All courses in the departments of Biology, Chemistry, Computer and Information Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, and Psychology.
  • Courses marked with a number sign (#) in the Department of Health and Nutrition Sciences.
  • Anthropology 2200, 3199, 3230, 3240, 3250, 3260, 3265, 3266, 3425, 3440, 3470 and 4665. Core Studies [5, 5.1, 5.2, 7.1, 7.2, 8.1 and 8.2].

Core Curriculum [1300 through 1399, 3301 through 3399]

Economics 2200, 3400, 3410, 4410, 4422.

Philosophy 3203, 3204, 3231, 3232, 3422, 3423, 3601, 3605, and 3610.

Kinesiology 3271, 3275, 3281, 3285, 4229, 4251.

Sociology 2701.

Business 2100, 2200, 3120, 3200, 3400, 3410, 3421, 3430, 3432, 4202W.

Finance 3310.

Accounting 2001.

Student Learning Outcomes

  • Gain skills in selecting, designing, and implementing information systems solutions.
  • Determine and address information requirements.
  • Evaluate information systems alternatives and analyze tradeoffs.
  • Manage ongoing information technology operations and help control IT risks.
  • Understand business process design and management.
  • Gain knowledge of business and management methods including operations management and organizational behavior.
  • Evaluate business performance.

Degree Maps

To help you pursue your studies in the most efficient manner, and to maximize your efforts to graduate in four years, Brooklyn College has created four-year degree maps for all its majors.

View degree maps for this major and others.

Contact

Zina Sharperson, Senior Academic Adviser

218 Whitehead Hall
E: businessmgmtadvising@brooklyn.cuny.edu
P: 718.951.5136

Office Hours

Mondays–Thursdays: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Fridays: 9 a.m.–noon

Ira S Rudowsky

1417 Ingersoll Hall
E: rudowsky@brooklyn.cuny.edu
P: 718.951.5000, ext. 2062

Or contact:

Office of Undergraduate Admissions

222 West Quad Center
2900 Bedford Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11210
E: adminqry@brooklyn.cuny.edu

To make an appointment with an undergraduate admissions counselor, visit:

Virtual Admissions Counselor Appointments

Students on campus

Internships and Employers

Through job fairs, the internship database, and internship panels, the Magner Career Center gives students in the information systems B.S. program access to career opportunities at a wide variety of employers, including:

  • Atrium
  • Bloomberg
  • Blue Cherry Group
  • Canon
  • CBS Interactive
  • Con Edison
  • DDB
  • Deep Focus
  • Disney
  • Havas Health CX
  • The Metropolitan Museum of Art
  • Scholastic
  • Sony
  • TempWorks Software
  • Wikitongues

Learn More

Brooklyn. All in.

Brooklyn. All in.