Information Systems, Minor
(Code 832-401)
The Information Systems minor helps students complement their primary major with practical technology, data, and communication skills increasingly required across all industries. Students learn how organizations use information systems, data analytics, and digital communication tools to improve operations, support decision-making, and remain competitive in today’s technology-driven environment.
Coursework introduces students to business communication, business programming fundamentals, analytics concepts, business process modeling, and computer networking. Through these experiences, students develop the ability to work effectively with data, understand organizational technology systems, communicate technical ideas clearly, and collaborate in digitally enabled workplaces.
This minor is designed for students from any major who want to strengthen their technological fluency, expand career opportunities, and confidently navigate modern organizational environments shaped by information systems and digital innovation.
The IS minor is available to all UW-Eau Claire students at UW-Eau Claire except information systems majors.
For more information on the IS Certificate program, contact your advisor or the Department of Business Communication and Information Systems.
Minor Requirements
Twenty-seven semester credits, as follows:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | 21 | |
| BCOM 206 | Business Communication: Writing, Speaking, and Collaborating | 3 |
| BCOM 207 | Business Communication: Persuasive Messaging, Conversations, and Professional Development | 3 |
| IS 240 | Information Systems in Business | 3 |
| IS 304 | Fundamentals of Business Programming | 3 |
| IS 307 | Introduction to Business Analytics | 3 |
| IS 310 | Business Process Modeling | 3 |
| IS 345 | Computer Networks | 3 |
| IS Minor electives - Select from the following | 6 | |
| Data Analytics for Accounting | ||
| Introduction to Computer Science | ||
| Business Analytics Programming | ||
| System Development Methodologies | ||
| AI Systems in Business | ||
| Information Assurance | ||
| Server-based Networking & Security | ||
| Advanced Marketing Analytics | ||
| Production Planning and Control | ||
Program Learning Outcome
Students completing this program will be expected to meet the following learning outcomes:
- Apply programming concepts and skills to solve business problems.
- Create technical models to assist in solving information systems problems.