What is ITS?
Information Technology and Systems focuses on how information technology can be used to support and enhance business processes and create value for organizations. Though technology is an important aspect of an information systems program, it is not just a technical degree program (such as the computer science program). It is also a business degree program.
Why are ITS programs primarily found in the business school?
Technology professionals work with technology and must have sound technical knowledge of computers, communications and software. However, because they operate within organizations and with organizational systems, they must also understand such functions within organizations as accounting, administration, finance, marketing, operations, human resources and more. ITS is the bridge between business and computer science.
What do IT professionals do?
ITS professionals are business-oriented, technology-proficient individuals who work in many industries. ITS professionals initiate, design and apply technology that supports business goals. They produce innovative products and services. They are experts in strategizing, developing and applying technology to solve problems or leverage new IT-enabled opportunities. ITS professionals work with computer scientists and engineers to create […]
Why study Information Technology and Systems?
The use of information technology (IT) is widespread in society. The requirement of the workforce to use this technology is increasing. Many organizations provide some training in IT, however, graduates who have an in-depth understanding of the opportunities IT can provide to their organizations are in a stronger position than their peers without this understanding.
Are there any student clubs?
There are five student run clubs, the Security Operations Club, the SAP Users Group, the Women in Technology and Business Club (WITB), The Intelligence and Analytics Society, and the Association for Information Systems Student Chapter (AIS). The clubs hold monthly meetings and often host speakers from the IT industry. The clubs provide leadership opportunities for […]
I am interested in information systems, but I am not majoring in a degree program offered by JSOM. What are my options?
There are two minor programs offered in JSOM that relate to Information Systems. The Business Intelligence and Analytics and the Information Technology and Systems minor. You can get more information on pre-requisites and course requirements in Minors section of the Undergraduate Catalog.
Why choose a STEM Degree program?
STEM occupations have grown three times faster than non-STEM careers over the last decade. It is estimated that one million additional STEM graduates will be needed over the next 10 to 15 years to fill economic demands. Demand With baby boomers approaching retirement, there will be a lack of highly skilled workers to meet workforce […]
What type of programming do you need to know in ITS?
Most ITS professionals are not required to write large and complex computer programs but should know how the code works. ITS professionals interact with computer programmers and even direct them on what to build. Some ITS professionals hold job titles such as programmer or software engineer, and they spend much of their time developing software […]
What courses should I register for first?
You need to take the curriculum courses that cover the base knowledge of management in the first and second year, including courses in communication, social and behavioral humanities, fine arts, mathematics and quantitative science. Later, you can choose advanced courses in information technology and systems. Please see the 4-year sample degree plan.
Where can I find additional information?
Following are some of the resources to find additional information: IS Job Index US Bureau of Labor Statistics STEM Resources Reasons to consider a career in STEM fields IT Resources Why Consider IT
Why study at UT Dallas?
The ITS curriculum at UT Dallas includes the study of efficient design, delivery and use of information systems in an organizational context. Elective courses allow students to specialize in a particular area of information systems such as enterprise resource planning or business intelligence and analytics. A capstone course in the program allows students to apply […]
How is it different than computer science?
ITS and computer science courses may seem similar, but there are major differences in their content and how they are taught. Neither one is better than the other — they are just different. IT vs CS IT Computer Science ITS emphasizes understanding business needs and applying technology to support those needs. Computer science emphasizes technology […]
