Management & Information Systems

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The Mike Cottrell College of Business Department of Management and Information Systems offers BBA degrees in Management and Information Systems and BAS degree in Technology Management. Upper-level courses supporting the Management degree are available on the Dahlonega, Gainesville, and Online campuses. Upper-level courses supporting the Information Systems degree are available on the Dahlonega campus. Upper-level courses supporting the Technology Management degree are offered at Gainesville. This department also houses several associate-level courses that apply toward the AA degree with an advising pathway in Business Administration.

The Management major prepares students to plan, organize, lead, and control businesses and not-for-profit organizations. Students are trained in human resource management, organizational behavior, labor relations, operations, small business, and other topical areas of business. The leadership aspects of this major are fundamental to motivating and understanding the human resource aspects of organizations. The Management Department offers the BBA degree with concentrations in Business Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and General Management.

The degree and courses in information systems prepare graduates for high-tech careers in the thriving fields of information systems and information technology in businesses and organizations of all sizes. As a BBA student majoring in Information Systems, you’ll gain a powerful combination of tech expertise and business insight. You’ll develop in-demand skills in areas like application development, systems analysis and design, networking, database management, Analytics and Visualization, and IT project leadership — all within the context of how businesses operate and compete. Whether you want to innovate with data, design smarter systems, or lead tech-driven transformations — this program gives you the tools to make it happen.

In order to complete a BBA in Management or Information Systems, students must meet the Admission to Upper Division requirements for the Mike Cottrell College of Business prior to enrolling in most 3000/4000 level courses. Students must complete the Student Professional Development Program (PROS) 90 days prior to graduation with a BBA degree. The specific requirements are described under the Mike Cottrell College of Business section of this catalog.

Programs

• Business Administration (A.A.)

• Technology Management (B.A.S.)

• Information Systems (B.B.A.)
• Management (B.B.A.)

• Business Administration Minor
• Entrepreneurship Minor
• Information Systems Minor

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