Bachelor of Science in Information Systems/ Project Management

Program Overview

Mission

The mission of the Information Systems program is to provide quality education in the field of information systems based on internationally recognized standards for undergraduate programs; produce information systems professionals who can deploy efficiently IT technologies and implement IT solutions according to market and society needs, particularly in the UAE and Gulf region; prepare graduates for lifelong learning and research.

Program Educational Goals

The Bachelor of Science in Information Systems program has the following goals:

PEO_1. Apply acquired knowledge and skills in information systems and implement their skills in public, private, academic and international information systems functional activities.

PEO_2. Act as information systems professional leaders in performing related skills in technical, business, or ethical duties.

PEO_3. Engage in life-long learning and professional development in pursuing additional graduate degrees, professional development and self-studies.

Admission Requirements

1. High School Requirements (UAE Curriculum)

• 60%Elite Track
• 65% Advanced Track
• 70% General Track

1. Subject Proficiency EmSAT Requirements

• Mathematics: EmSAT score of 700.
• Physics or Chemistry or Biology: EmSAT score of 700.

Note: If Subject Proficiency EmSAT requirement is unmet, the following options will be accepted:

• Minimum school score of 75% in Math, 70% in any science subject (Physics, Chemistry or Biology); or
• Pass the college admission test in Mathematics and any science subject (Physics, Chemistry or Biology).

1. English Requirements

• A minimum score of EmSAT English of 1100,
• If EmSAT requirement is unmet, the following tests are accepted:
• TOEFL: 500 (or 61 in TOEFL iBT or 173 in TOEFL CBT); or
• IELTS Academics: 5; or
• Equivalent in other English proficiency tests approved by the MOE will be evaluated.

Graduation requirements

Students are eligible for a Bachelor in Information Systems in either track after the completion of 123 credit hours, which normally takes eight semesters (not counting summer semesters). In addition, students must undertake 16 weeks of internship (at least 30 contact hours per week) which is equivalent to 3 credit hours. The minimum accumulative grade point average for graduation is 2.0.

Career Opportunities

Information systems graduates are required to meet the demands of various stakeholders including industry, commerce, education, health, and government. Information Systems graduates can undertake a variety of job positions at both the managerial and technical levels. Job opportunities may include but not limited to: Computer Systems Analysts, Information Technology Project Manager, Web/Internet Support Specialists, Database Administrator, Information Technology consultant, Computer Support Specialist, and Web Developer.

Curriculum Structure and Credit Hours

The Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems requires the completion of 120 credit hours. In addition, the student is required to complete an internship program for 16 weeks (at least 30 contact hours per week) after completing 90 credit hours. This internship experience is equivalent to three credit hours making the total completion requirements 123 credit hours.

The current Information Systems program contains two concentrations:

1. Information Systems / Project Management
2. Information Systems / E-Business Management

Each concentration consists of five courses (15 Credit Hours). The structure of the program is described below.

Tuiton fees

The Bachelor of Science in Information Systems/ Project Management program comprises a total of 123 credit hours, with a tuition fee of 1,392 AED per credit hour, amounting to approximately 42,804 AED per year.