Cameron School of Business http://www.csba.uncwil.edu
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An Information Systems/Operations Management major takes courses in statistics, management science, production/operations management, and information systems. This unique mix of education combines quantitative methods and analytical approaches to solving problems in all area of business utilizing current technology. Students can focus on either production/operations management or information systems.
IS/OM graduates with a concentration in information systems have been successful in entry-level jobs such as systems analysts, information systems application developers, software testing, and end-user support. IS/OM graduates with a concentration in production/operations management have been successful in entry-level jobs associated with scheduling/planning, quality control, purchasing/inventory control, and materials management.
Many occupations today require a college educated individual who can write and speak well, solve problems, learn new information quickly and work well with others on a team. This means that college graduates use their education in a wide variety of fields, and your future career may relate more to your personal career interests, work values and transferable skills than any specific academic major. However, the following list contains a representative sample of current job titles of former Information Systems & Operations Management majors. Use this as an idea list, and remember that it represents some, but certainly not all, of the careers you might consider.
Students obtaining employment immediately upon graduation are usually those with the best college records and a willingness to relocate to find a job. Some of these jobs also require education beyond a bachelor's degree.
| *Actuary | *Information Systems Developer | *Network Administrator/Manager |
| *Analyst/Programmer | *Information Systems Manager | *On-Line Services Manager |
| *Applications Programmer | *Information Technology Manager | *Operating Systems Programmer |
| *Auditor | *Internet Developer | *Operations Manager |
| *Communications Specialist | *Internet Marketing Analyst | *Operations Researcher |
| *Computer Aided Software *Engineering Specialist | *Inventory Control Specialist | *PC Support Specialist |
| *Computer Security Analyst | *Inventory Manager | *Plant Manager |
| *Computer Systems Hardware Analyst | *Investment Analyst | *Product Development Manager |
| *Consultant | *LAN Manager | *Product Forecaster/Estimator |
| *CQI Production Manager | *Logistics Manager | *Production Line Manager |
| *Data Communications Analyst | *Management Analyst | *Production Scheduler/Planner |
| *Data Security Analyst | *Manager/Supervisor | *Programmer - Engineering & Scientific |
| *Database Manager/Administrator | *Market Research Analyst | *Purchasing Agent/Manager |
| *Distribution Manager | *Materials Controller | *Quality Assurance Analyst |
| *End-User Computing Manager | *Materials Manager | *Quality Control Specialist |
| *End-User Technician | *Medical Systems Designer | *Records Management Analyst |
| *Financial Planner | *Microcomputer/Workstation Manager | *Relocation Analyst |
| *Information Systems Application Developer | *Mortgage Researcher | *Risk Analyst |
| *Risk and Insurance Specialist | *Software Support Technician | *Software Tester |
| *Statistician | *Systems Administrator | *Systems Analyst |
| *Systems Integrator | *Systems Programmer | *Systems Technical Manager |
| *Technical Sales Representative | *Technology Consultant | *Telecommunications Manager |
| *Underwriter | *Urban Planner | *Web Master |
 Reading
comprehension |
Active
listening skills |
| Math & science
skills |
Critical
thinking |
| Different
learning strategies |
Giving
advice on business or research |
| Research |
Ability
to prepare technical reports |
| Design
systems |
Work
independently and on a team |
| Oral & Written
communication skills |
Active
learner |
| Understanding
of computer programs |
Investigating
data to solve problems |
Job Listings:
Find Information Systems Job postings, Salary information, and Resume Tips from the internet's most popular job search services http://resumegenie.com/jobs.asp?job=Information%20SystemsTech-Centric http://www.tech-centric.net
MonsterTRAK http://www.monstertrak.com
America's Job Bank http://www.ajb.dni.us
Brass Ring http://www.brassring.com
JobWeb http://www.jobweb.com/employ/fairs/default.asp
DICE- Job Site for Technology Careers http://www.dice.com
Career Planning & Information:
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Computer Scientists and Systems Analysts
http://stats.bls.gov/oco/ocos042.htm
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Operations Research Analysts
http://stats.bls.gov/oco/ocos044.htm
CIS-L: Careers in Information Systems Listserv http://www.ubalt.edu/www/cis-l/home.html
Career Guide: Decoding the Information Security Profession
https://www.isc2.org/download/careerguide05.pdf
Organizations & Associations:
Association for information systems http://www.aisnet.org/
Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply http://www.cips.org
Institute for Operations Research and Management Sciences http://www.informs.org
Institute of Operations Management http://www.iomnet.org.uk
National Association of Purchasing Management http://www.napm.org
Association for Computing Machinery http://www.acm.org
I nstitute For Certification of
Computing Professionals http://www.iccp.org
Computing Research Association http://cra.org
Miscellaneous Information:
Exploring Occupations: Getting You Started on Your Career Path! http://www.umanitoba.ca/counselling/careers.html
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