Minor in Information Management and Technology
The School of Information Studies offers an 18-credit minor program, which can be pursued along with a major in any college within Syracuse University. The minor is designed to give students knowledge of information technology and an understanding of information and communication problems. It complements many majors because all organizations need people who understand information resources and information technology. Students who minor in information management and technology increase their employability in a variety of careers:
Biology and chemistry majors who want to work in a research lab will be more employable if they can use online information systems to retrieve information and manage data.
Retailing graduates will be better prepared to work in business if they have skills in microcomputer applications and office systems technology.
Communications students must be able to research information and present and package it effectively in video, audio, and print form.
Economics, history, and political science majors with courses in information systems and information policy will find many opportunities to work in federal, state, and local government.
Nursing and pre-med students will be better prepared to work in an automated, information-intensive environment the health-care industry.
Minor Requirements
All information management and technology minors must complete 18 credits of School of Information Studies courses. All courses are three credits.
Required Courses (9 credits)
IST 195 Information Technologies
One course is required from each of the following areas:
Technology Courses
IST 233 Introduction to Computer Networking
IST 346 Applications of Information Systems
IST 359 Introduction to Database Management Systems
Management Courses
IST 335 Introduction to Information-Based Organizations
IST 352 Information Analysis of Organizational Systems
IST 445 Managing Information Systems Projects
Elective Courses (9 credits)
Select three other information management and technology courses
Download an application (pdf : 122k) to apply for the undergraduate minor.
For more information about the minor in information management and technology:
Elaine Morgan
Director of Academic Advising and Counseling
Syracuse University School of Information Studies
114 Hinds Hall
Phone: (315) 443-1830
Email: emmorgan@syr.edu