Information Systems Program accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission(s) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Information Systems Program Criteria.

About the Program

Demand for computing professionals with a background in business organization and process has grown in the past decade as a result of increased demand in both public and private sectors for sophisticated enterprise information systems.

The Department of Information Systems offers a five-year academic program that is designed to combine a strong computing foundation with the information technological needs of business organizations. The program provides students with a strong theoretical foundation in information systems complemented by an understanding of business principles and practices, which are then enhanced through practical applications focused on identifying and solving real-world business problems.

This program builds on a set of university-required courses comprising Islamic studies, Arabic and English language, as well as a full academic Foundation Year that covers general mathematical and science foundational concepts. The program also shares several college-required fundamental computing courses with other computing programs in the college.

Field of Information Systems

It integrates the basics of computing with information technology that are needed by institutions and organizations. This integration leads to an understanding of the principles and commercial applications in order to solve the problems faced by the business sector.

Program Mission

To produce specialists in integrating information systems solutions with administrative operations, who can serve business organizations with their requirements of information technologies, enable them to accomplish their mission critical goals, and support them in the process of decision-making.

Program Educational Objectives

• PEO-1: Work as integral part of the information systems field, connecting people with information by developing and managing suitable information systems for business and research.
• PEO-2: Advance in their careers through knowledge of computer information systems, communication skills, and understanding of business and contemporary technological issues.
• PEO-3: Actively contribute towards the economic growth and the welfare of the Saudi society through the development and management of information systems for business and research.

Student Outcomes

• 1. Analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
• 2. Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
• 3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
• 4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
• 5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
• 6. Support the delivery, use, and management of information systems within an information systems environment.

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