Rochester Institute of Technology

What you'll study

This programme blends core business education with practical computing and systems coursework. You will take foundation courses in accounting, finance, marketing and management alongside technical modules in programming, databases, networking and systems analysis. Typical subjects include:

• Introduction to programming and data structures
• Database design and administration
• Systems analysis and design; business process modelling
• Enterprise resource planning (ERP) concepts and implementation
• Networking fundamentals and IT infrastructure
• Information security and risk management
• IT project management and professional practice
• Business analytics, data visualisation and decision support systems
• Electives in topics such as cloud computing, mobile application development, user experience, and cybersecurity

Hands-on learning is emphasised through laboratory work, team projects with real-world clients, and an extended cooperative education or internship experience that provides practical workplace exposure. Students often complete a capstone project where they apply technical and business skills to solve a specific organisational problem.

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold a secondary school diploma or equivalent. Typical academic preparation includes strong performance in mathematics and coursework in computer science or related subjects where available. Admissions review usually considers the overall academic record, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement outlining interest in information systems and business.

International applicants are required to demonstrate English proficiency through recognised tests or institutional equivalents. Specific entry requirements, including any standardised test policies and details on advanced standing or transfer credit, are provided by the university's admissions office.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for a broad range of roles that bridge business and technology. Common job titles include information systems analyst, business analyst, systems analyst, IT consultant, database administrator, network administrator, cybersecurity analyst, ERP specialist and IT project manager. The programme’s experiential elements and employer connections also support entry into technology product firms, consulting firms, financial services, healthcare IT and government agencies. Alumni frequently move into roles that combine technical leadership with business strategy, or pursue graduate study in information systems, business analytics or related fields.

Why study at Rochester Institute of Technology

Rochester Institute of Technology offers this programme through a college with a strong emphasis on applied learning and industry engagement. Students benefit from a well-established cooperative education programme and multiple lab facilities that support practical skills development. The institution’s networks with employers, robust career services and active industry partnerships help students secure internships and graduate employment. Additionally, RIT’s interdisciplinary environment makes it straightforward to combine information systems study with complementary technical or business concentrations.