Computer Information Systems: Certificate
Description
The Computer Information Systems Certificate (CISY) offers a unique practitioner-oriented approach to systems support and software development. Computer Information Systems courses are offered by the Computing Sciences and Information Systems department. All courses required for the certificate can also count as credit towards the General Business Diploma which can then be used to gain entry to any of the following Kwantlen degrees:
- Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology
- Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurial Leadership
- Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resources Management
- Bachelor of Administration in Marketing Management
Transfer to the Bachelor of Technology Degree
Upon completion of the Computer Information Systems Certificate (CISY) program, students are encouraged to pursue the Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology (BTECH) degree program to strengthen their IT skills, and broaden their career options. The BTECH program can be completed on a full-time or part-time basis. Courses are scheduled at times that try to accommodate the needs of students who work during the day. Students interested in the BTECH should consult a School of Business Advisor for course planning assistance.
Graduates of the CISY certificate program can meet BTECH degree entry requirements with the completion of an additional 30 credits (total 60 credits) of coursework that includes:
- CISY 2314 Database Management Systems (3 credits) PLUS
- Nine additional courses from ANY discipline (27 credits). Note: ENGL 1100 Writing, Reading and Thinking: An Introduction (3 credits) is strongly recommended as one of the nine courses
- A minimum GPA of 2.7
With proper course planning, CISY certificate students may also complete the requirements of the 60 credit General Business Diploma. It is recommended that CISY students work in conjunction with a School of Business Advisor for course planning assistance.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Computer Information Systems Certificate Program may find employment in the following areas:
- Systems and user support
- Systems analysis and design
- Software development
- Web design and development
Program Admission Requirements
General university admission requirements apply to this program including the undergraduate-level English Proficiency Requirement.
Content
Students admitted to this program must commit to a full-time schedule as follows (all courses are mandatory):
Fall Semester (all of): |
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| CISY 1105 | PC Hardware and Applications | 3 credits | |
| CISY 1113 | Principles of Program Structure and Design | 3 credits | |
| CISY 1212 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3 credits | |
| CMNS 1140 | Introduction to Professional Communication | 3 credits | |
One of: |
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| ACCT 1230 | Business Statistics* | 3 credits | |
| BUQU 1230 | Business Statistics* | 3 credits | |
Spring Semester (all of): |
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| CISY 1213 | Operating Systems Principles and Applications | 3 credits | |
| CISY 1215 | Enterprise Networking | 3 credits | |
| CISY 1218 | Internet Application Development | 3 credits | |
| CISY 2411 | GUI and Object-Oriented Programming | 3 credits | |
| BUSI 1215 | Organizational Behaviour I | 3 credits | |
Notes:
* Students may earn credits for only one of ACCT 1230 or BUQU 1230.
Graduation
Upon successful completion of this program, students are eligible to receive a Certificate in Computer Information Systems.
