Georgia Southern University

What you'll study

This programme blends core business coursework with applied information systems and service management topics. You will study how technology supports organisational objectives, learn to design and administer information systems, and develop skills in data analysis, networking, security and IT project delivery.

• Core business modules: principles of management, marketing, accounting and finance that provide a foundation in business operations and decision-making.
• Information systems foundations: introduction to information systems, systems analysis and design, database management, and enterprise systems.
• Technical and applied IT: programming fundamentals, web development, networking, system administration and hands-on lab work with industry-standard tools.
• Data and analytics: courses in data modelling, business intelligence, data visualisation and the use of analytics to support managerial decisions.
• Security and governance: information assurance, cybersecurity fundamentals, IT governance and risk management.
• Service management and strategy: IT service management, project management, strategic use of IT and alignment of technology with business goals.
• Capstone and experiential learning: a culminating capstone project or practicum that typically involves working with real clients or employers, and opportunities for internships or cooperative placements.

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold a high-school diploma or equivalent with a solid academic record. Typical preparation includes coursework in mathematics and, where available, computer science or information technology. Admissions also consider college preparatory curriculum, letters of recommendation and personal statements.

Transfer students may apply credits from accredited post-secondary institutions and should provide official transcripts. International applicants must meet the university's English language proficiency and credential evaluation requirements. While standardised test scores (SAT/ACT) may be optional during some admissions cycles, applicants should check current university guidance for testing policies.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles that connect business needs with IT solutions. Common entry-level and mid-level positions include:

• Business systems analyst or systems specialist
• Database administrator or data analyst
• IT project coordinator or IT service manager
• Network or systems administrator
• Information security analyst or compliance specialist
• ERP support specialist, application support or technical consultant

Alumni also pursue careers in consulting, technology vendors, government and healthcare, or continue to postgraduate study in information systems, cybersecurity, business analytics or an MBA to move into leadership and strategic roles.

Why study at Georgia Southern University

Georgia Southern's programme sits within a business school environment that emphasises applied learning and employer connections. Students benefit from hands-on labs, capstone projects and internship opportunities with regional and national organisations. Faculty include scholars and practitioners who bring real-world experience to the classroom, and the university provides career services, student technology organisations and networking events to support professional development.

The curriculum is designed to balance technical skills with business acumen, preparing graduates to serve as liaisons between management and IT teams in a wide range of industries. The programme's location and employer partnerships also support practical experience and job placement in the Southeast and beyond.