BUSINESS & MARKETING: COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Do you enjoy working with computers and technology? Do you enjoy carrying through with an idea and seeing a project through to the end? Do you like working with technical information and data? Do you enjoy learning new software and technology? If the answer to these questions is "yes," this may be the career path for you. Description:
Careers in Computer Information Systems are involved in computer operations specifically dealing with spreadsheet manipulation, high level business application software, database management, and word processing.
Career Opportunities by Educational Level:
High School Diploma / On-the-Job Training   Junior / Technical / Community College or Apprenticeship Bachelor's Degree / Master's Degree / Doctorate
Administrative Assistant
Assistant Analyst
Computer Operator
Computer Programmer
Data Entry Clerk
Desktop Publisher
Information Assistant
Technical Support Analyst
Word Processor		 Application Specialist
Application System Analyst
Computer Graphics Artist
Database Administrator
Information Systems Specialist
Local Area Network Representative
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Management
Project Director
Office Automation Specialist
Records Management Analyst
Stockbroker
Systems Programmer
Telecommunications Specialist		 Actuary
Court Reporter
Educational Administrator
Applications Programmer
Budget Analyst
CPA
Information Systems Administrator
Information System Analyst
General Manager
Public Administrator
Purchasing Agent
Stockbroker
Underwriter
Manager, Computer Operations
Systems Analyst
Information Technology Specialist
Computer Programmer
Technical Writer
Underwriter
Software Programmer
Telecommunications Manager
Director of Administrative Services
Financial Manager
Related Activities
Community Activities College Majors School Activities (varies by campus)
Part-time Employment
Community Service Volunteer
Library Volunteer
Officer for Community Club or Organization		 · Accounting
· Business
· International Business
· Human Resources Management
· Management of Information Systems
· Computer Programming
· Business Administration
· Computer Engineering
· Computer & Information Science
· Data Processing
· Mass Communications
· Accounting
· Public Relations
· Technical & Business Writing
· Actuarial Science
· Advertising
· Computer Programming
· Computer Typography and Composition
· International Finance
· Management
· Mathematical Statistics
· Mass Communications
· Operations Management
· Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
· Court Reporting
· Information Systems and Sciences
· Insurance and Risk Management		 UIL Academic Competition
Career Leadership Organizations
National Honor Society
Science Fair
Student Government
Elections Assistant
School Newspaper
Yearbook Assistant
HECP
Computer Database Club

 
Related High School Courses
(In addition to the required courses)

The following courses will support your interest in this career path.
 

  • Emphasis for selection of electives should correlate to chosen educational field.
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    Accounting
    Keyboarding
    Recordkeeping
    Business Law
    Marketing Dynamics
    Marketing Management
    Business Computer Information Systems
    Computer Applications
    Business Ownership
    Business Management
    Technology Systems
    Business Support Systems
    Mathematical Models with Applications    		 Algebra II
    Precalculus
    Ap Calculus
    AP Statistics
    Computer Science
    Web Mastering
    Digital Graphics and Animation
    Electronic Media
    Business Image Management Multimedia
    Entrepreneurship
    Telecommunications and Networking
    Independent Study Mentorship