Course Catalog 2024-2025

Computer Information Systems (Degree Completion), BBA

The Bachelor of Business Administration in Computer Information Systems is an online degree completion program for students who have completed an approved Associate of Applied Science degree in an information technology field such as IT professional, networking specialist, cyber-security, or programming. 

The computer information systems program at Rochester Christian University prepares students to plan, coordinate, and direct computer-related activities in an organization. This baccalaureate degree completion program equips students with a solid foundation in business law, ethics, policy, finance, and management to promote professional growth for students with a background in IT, networking, and programming.

This program can be completed fully online, or through a combination of online and seated classes. 

Program Learning Outcomes

The following learning outcomes are linked to assignments and activities throughout this program:

  1. STRATEGIC INTEGRATION: Graduates will develop skills to identify core competencies and recognize market opportunities to identify an organization's competitive advantage. (Exploring, Preparing)
  2. LEADERSHIP AND ACCOUNTABILITY: Graduates will develop skills to lead people, deploy resources, and promote accountability to support organizational goals.(Exploring, Preparing, Integrating)
  3. PERSONAL ALIGNMENT: Through discernment and reflection, students will understand how their talents intersect with the needs of God’s world. (Exploring, Preparing, Integrating, Calling)

Requirements for the BBA in Computer Information Systems

General Education Core 6 to 35 hours

Up to 29 hours may be satisfied by AAS.

IDS 1011Vocation in Practice

1

REL 1002Introduction to Christian Faith

2

REL 1013Survey of Biblical Literature

3

NOTE: It is recommended that students meet the MTA stamp qualifications before transfer. However, if a student is transferring from a school with a signed articulation agreement, the student should follow the program guide as published.

Approved Associate of Applied Science degree in Information Technology 60 hours

Prerequisites 9 hours

These courses should be taken at the community college before transfer. Please refer to the program and/or transfer guides for transfer equivalents.
ACC 2113Accounting I

3

ACC 2123Accounting II

3

BUS 2513Principles of Economics

3

Computer Information Systems Major 36 hours

A minimum of 30 hours must be taken at Rochester Christian University. BUS, MGT, or LDR courses will be added to the degree plan for students needing additional hours to meet this requirement.

BUS 3003Business Communication

3

BUS 3303Business Law

3

BUS 4943Business Ethics

3

FIN 2503Principles of Finance

3

LDR 3733Leadership in a Diverse World

3

MAT 2413Elementary Statistics

3

MGT 2603Principles of Management

3

MKT 2503Principles of Marketing

3

SEN 2013Corporate Responsibility and Social Enterprise

3

 

Choose one:

BUS 2303Business Analytics

3

LDR 3653Strategic Leadership Theory and Practice

3

MGT 3603Organizational Behavior

3

MGT 3613Human Resource Management

3

MGT 3713Operations Management

3

 

Choose one:

MGT 4813Management Internship

3

MGT 4823Professional Development Internship

3

 

Choose one:

BUS 4823Business Strategy and Policy Capstone

3

BUS 4833Independent Study Capstone

3

The following courses, listed above in the major, may be taken at the community college or at Rochester Christian University: BUS 3003, BUS 3303, FIN 2503, MAT 2413, MGT 2603, MKT 2503

Electives (if needed) 9 hours

Total Credit Hours: 120