What Can I Do With a Major In Management Information Systems?
UGA Specific Information for Management Information Systems
Management Information Systems (MIS) is a hands-on major which equips students with real-world skills that are in demand in the job market and prepares students to lead IT-enabled change in organizations.
The Terry MIS program provides the foundation for students to go in a technical direction (such as a systems analyst), a business-oriented direction (such as a consultant or project manager), or a data-oriented direction (such as a data analyst). There are also career options that overlap between these directions- see below for a more complete list of potential career paths in MIS.
Class of 2023 Career Outcomes for Management Information Systems*
** Includes Self-Employed
Campus Resources
CAMPUS STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
- Society for Management Information Systems (SMIS) • Women in Business • Girls.Code() • Minorities in Tech (MIT) • Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) • Classic Hackers UGA Linux Users' Group • Women in Technology (WIT) • Terry Student Consulting • The MIS Advisory Board • UGAHacks • Hats on Cybersecurity • Society for Cybersecurity • Society for Business Intelligence • Data Dawgs • DevDogs
- To find additional clubs and organizations, go to the Involvement Network
ADDITIONAL TRAINING
- LinkedIn Learning - Free Technical Training
- Certificate in Computing • Minor in Computer Science
Additional UGA Career Center Recommendations
POTENTIAL CAREER PATHS IN MIS
- Application Analyst - As an application analyst you'll combine the maintenance of IT services with working face-to-face users who need your technical support. Application analysts administrate, monitor, and maintain software infrastructures and applications.
- Business Analyst - As a business analyst, you'll work within an organization, helping to manage change and plan for the future in line with company goals. This could be for one specific project, or as a permanent feature of the organization. You'll need to understand the current organizational situation, identify future needs, and create solutions to help meet those needs, usually (but not always) in relation to information and software systems.
- Business Intelligence Analyst - A business intelligence analyst is in charge of producing financial and market intelligence by managing data. Business intelligence analysts analyze said data and create reports to deliver to business stakeholders for decision making.
- Data Analyst - Data analysts are in charge of producing and tracking key performance indicators. Additionally, they gather, understand, and document business requirements using a variety of tools and techniques. Additionally, data analysts manipulate, analyze, and interpret complex datasets relating to the business they work for.
- Data Engineer - Data engineering is the practice of designing and building systems for collecting, storing, and analyzing data at scale. They work in a variety of settings to build systems that collect, manage, and convert raw data into usable information for data scientists and business analysts to interpret. Their ultimate goal is to make data accessible so that organizations can use it to evaluate and optimize their performance
- Data Scientist - Data scientists deal with the unknown by using more advanced data techniques to make predictions about the future. They might automate their own machine learning algorithms or design predictive modeling processes that can handle both structured and unstructured data.
- Database Administrator - Database administrators are in charge of the maintenance and security of databases. They test programs, fix errors, and make any necessary modifications to the databases they are in charge of. Additionally, database administrators are tasked with implementing security measures to ensure the integrity of said databases.
- Information Security Analyst - Information security analysts monitor, upgrade, and implement security measures for the protection of computer networks and sensitive business information. They are sometimes responsile for responding to security breaches and computer viruses. Additional responsibilities include encrypting data transmissions and erecting firewalls to protect valuable information.
- Information Systems Manager - Information systems managers direct daily department operations, analyze workflows, and coordinate activities in other areas related to information systems. Additionally, they review project plans and meet with stakeholders to resolve problems.
- Tech Consultant - Consultants work with a variety of clients and advise them on how to best use information technology to meet their business objectives and overcome obstacles. Consultants meet with clients, define project scopes, travel to customer sites, analyze IT requirements, and develop solutions to problems. Additionally, consultants help with the implementation of new systems in a business.
- Network Systems Administrator - Network Systems Administrators are responsible for maintaining and administering computer networks, computer hardware, software, and applications. Additionally, they diagnose, troubleshoot and fix software and hardware problems related to the business' network and systems. They may also test website performance.
- Product Manager - Product managers are responsible for managing and guiding a product through its entire life cycle.
- Project Manager - Project Managers are in charge of managing projects and ensuring that they adhere to the pre-established budget, schedule, and scope. They must also track project milestones and deliverables to ensure the successful execution of the project. Project managers help develop project plans, objectives, technologies, schedules, funding, and staffing as well.
- Risk Advisory - Risk advisors manage risk by identifying, measuring, and making decisions on a variety of risks within an organization. Some key responsibilities include documenting key risks, communicating risks, maintaining data quality of risk management systems, and making recommendations on ways to control and reduce risk.
- Systems Analyst - Systems analysts analyze science, engineering, business, and other data problems to improve computer systems by implementing solutions to these issues. They analyze requirements and procedures to automate systems, improve workflow, and minimize limitations. Additionally, systems analysts troubleshoot program and system malfunctions to resolve issues.
- Web Content Manager - These individuals are incharge of the design, development, and maintenance of websites and web applications. In addition, web content managers back up applications and data for recovery should the website crash. They also determine sources of webpage errors and take action to resolve said issues. Finally, they are in charge of updating content and links in a timely manner.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - ANSWERED BY YOUR CAREER CONSULTANT
When should I start looking for jobs/internships? The tech industry has two main recruitment seasons- September/October and January/February. May graduates are encouraged to recuit during both seasons, especially fall. To support your search, the UGA Career Center hosts the Engineering & Computer Science fairs in September and January/February every year. To see the specific dates, look on Handshake.
What skills should I emphasize with employers? Your technical and business skills are valuable, but don't forget about your soft skills! Remember that programming languages can be taught, but it's much harder to teach someone skills like communication, work ethic, and leadership. Look here to see a list of skills employers and graduate schools value.
What should a computer science resume look like? A computer science resume typically follows a standard resume formatting. To see a good example, check out the UGA Career Center resume samples.
What are cover letters? Why do I need to write them? A cover letter is a business letter written to the employer that explains why you are qualified and a good fit for their open position. It accompanies your resume when you apply for a job. While your resume is an overview of your experiences, a cover letter directly address how those experiences have qualified you for the role. The cover letter “builds the bridge” between your resume and the position description so that there is no miscommunication regarding your qualifications. For example, “My experience in ____ and ___ have directly prepared me for this role.” Good cover letters are tailored to the job you are applying to. Even if a cover leter is not required for a role, submitting one demonstrates your initiative and excitement about the role. To see a breakdown of a good cover letter, check here.
Are internships important? Internships are great tools to help you achieve your goals for full-time employment. Computer Science students typically complete an internship the summer before their final year, but you are welcome to search for an internship earlier if you would like. While they are excellent tools, they are not prerequisites for the workforce. You can demonstrate your skills and experiences through other mediums, like class and/or independent projects, part-time jobs, student leadership, and more.
How can I meet with my career consultant for a one-on-one appointment? You can schedule an appointment with your career consultant by calling 706-254-3375 or logging in to Handshake. On Handshake, click on "Career Center" and then "Appointments."
Additional Career Research Resources
- O*NET Online – The O*NET database includes information on skills, abilities, knowledge, work activities, and interests associated with over 900 occupations.
- My Next Move – An interactive tool for students and job seekers to learn more about their career options.
- Occupational Outlook Handbook – The OOH is a career resource offering information on the hundreds of occupations that provide most of jobs in the United States.
- Vault – Vault.com provides in-depth intelligence on what it’s really like to work in an industry, company, or profession – and how to position yourself to land that job.
- Candid Career – This resource provides you with access to thousands of informational video interviews with real professionals through an easy-to-use website.
- UGA Mentor Program – Connect with a mentor (alumni, faculty, staff) to research and explore industries and careers. Research industries and careers by connecting with a mentor for a quick chat or formal 16-week mentorship through the UGA Mentor Program.
- Interstride - Interstride is an interactive tool for both international and domestic students to enhance their international experience and employment potential. The platform consists of job-listings, hiring trends, employer information, self-assessments, and up-to-date immigration guidance.
- Glassdoor - Glassdoor is a free jobs and career community that offers an inside look at jobs and companies through "employee generated content" – anonymous salaries, company reviews, interview questions, and more – all posted by employees and job seekers.
- Steppingblocks - Research your future career with real-world stats about your major, your interests, and your dream job title with career and education searches designed to find your best path based on millions of others. It’s data-powered career exploration for doers like you.
Employment Websites
GENERAL
- Handshake (scroll down to the bottom of the page; login with your UGA MyID and password)
- LinkedIn (this popular networking site also has a job board!)
- Idealist (non-profit jobs)
- USAJobs (federal jobs)
MAJOR/CAREER SPECIFIC
Professional Associations/Resources
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS - American Society for Information Sciences • Association for Computing Machinery • Association for Information Systems • Association for Women in Computing • Computer Software/Systems Jobs • Information Systems Security Association • Institute for the Certification of Computer Professionals • Internet Society • Mass Technology Leadership Council • Software & Information Industry Association • Storage Networking Industry Association
COMPANY & SALARY RESEARCH - Career Bliss • GlassDoor • Salary.com
LINKEDIN- Join LinkedIn groups that are relevant to your career interests. To search, select "groups" & type in your keywords. Review the groups that professionals in your field of interest have joined & consider joining those as well. To login, visit the LinkedIn main page.
Employers/Position Title Reported by Class of 2023 Management Information Systems majors
The information below represents employers and position titles from the Class of 2023 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.
Employer | Position Title(s) |
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Abelian Partners | Analyst | Abricto Security | Junior Security Consultant | Accenture | Client Transaction Services Associate | Accenture | Security Analyst | Accenture | Strategy Analyst | Accenture | Security Consulting Analyst | Accenture | Technology Analyst | Accenture | Data and Analytics Development Analyst | Ad Victoriam Solutions | Elevate Analyst | Ad Victoriam Solutions | Elevate Analyst | Ad Victoriam Solutions | Elevate Analyst | Ad Victoriam Solutions | Elevate Analyst | Adapture | Sales Development Representative | ADP | Business Transformation Analyst | Amazon | Cloud Consultant | Amazon | Area Manager | Amazon | Cloud Support Engineer | Amazon | Associate Account Executive | AMB Sports and Entertainment | Data Product Analyst | Artivion, Inc. | Cyber Security Intern | AT&T | Technology Development Program Engineer I | AT&T | Technology Development Program Engineer I | Avanade | Analyst | Bain & Company | Associate Consultant | Bravaldo Capital | Analyst | BraveSoft Inc. | Frontline Support | Cadence Bank | Credit Analyst | Capgemini | Consultant | Capgemini | Consultant | Cat Financial | Services Analyst | Cat Financial | Information Services Analyst | Caterpillar Inc. | Cloud Engineer | Cisco | Data Analyst | CNT Management Consulting | Management Consultant | Coach | Assistant Manager, E-Commerce | Coalfire | Associate Compliance Consultant | Coalfire | Cybersecurity Associate | Cognizant | Business Analyst | Cognizant | Business Analyst Consultant | Comcast | Auditor II | Comcast | Analyst II | Conduent | Technical Business Analyst | Core Elements | IT Consultant | Covanta | Data Analyst | Cox Communications | LEAD Financial Analyst | Credera | Management Consultant | Credigy Solutions | Rotational Analyst | Crowe LLP | Third Party Risk Consultant | Crowe LLP | IT Assurance Technology Staff | Deloitte | Risk and Financial Advisory Analyst | Deloitte | Cyber Risk Analyst | Deloitte | Analyst | Deloitte | Business Technology Analyst | Deloitte | Service Delivery Analyst | Deloitte | Risk and Financial Advisory Analyst | Deloitte | Business Technology Solutions Analyst | Deloitte | Solution Analyst | Deloitte | Enterprise Performance Analyst | Deloitte | Technology Analyst | Deloitte | Cyber Security Analyst | Deloitte | Risk and Financial Advisory Technology Analyst | Deloitte | Business Technology Solutions Analyst | Deloitte | Cyber and Strategic Risk Analyst | Deloitte | Cyber Analyst | Deloitte | Forensic Accountant | Deloitte | Cyber Security Analyst | Deloitte | GPS Enterprise Performance Analyst | Deloitte | Investment Banking Analyst | Deloitte | Advisory Analyst | Deloitte | Service Delivery Analyst | Delta Air Lines | Cybersecurity Engineer Associate | Delta Air Lines | MRO Component Specialist | DHL | Lean Advisor | Dominium | Development and Acquisitions Analyst | E & J Gallo Winery | Position Not Specified | Epic Systems | Technical Solutions Engineer | Ernest Partners | Position Not Specified | EY | Staff Consultant | EY | Analytics Consultant | EY | Technology Risk Consultant | EY | Technology Risk Consultant | EY | Technology Risk Consultant | EY | Technology Consultant | EY | Technology Risk Consultant | EY | Technology Consultant | EY | Tax Analyst | EY | Technology Consultant | EY | Technology Consultant | EY | Consultant | EY | Technology Risk Consultant | EY | Technology Risk Consultant | EY | Staff/Assistant | EY | Technology Consultant | EY | Technology Consultant | EY | Tech Consultant | EY | Technology Risk Consultant | EY | Technology Consultant | EY | Technology Consultant | EY | Technology Risk Consultant | EY | Technology Consultant | EY | Technology Risk Consultant | EY | Cybersecurity Consulting Associate | EY | Technology Risk Consultant | EY | Technology Consultant | EY | Forensic and Integrity Services Staff | EY | Technology Risk Consultant | EY | Technology Consultant | EY | Consultant | Fastrics | Cyber Security Consultant | Fisher Investments | Business Analyst | Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts | Bartender | Frazier & Deeter LLC | Process, Risk, and Governance Associate | FTI Consulting | Consultant | Grant Thornton LLP | Risk Advisory Associate | Grant Thornton LLP | IT Audit Assurance Associate | Grant Thornton LLP | Risk Advisory Associate | Gulfstream Aerospace | Accounting and Finance Rotational Analyst | HedgeServ | Treasury Associate | HNR Supply | Ecommerce Analyst | IHG Hotels & Resorts | IHG Owner Solutions – Decision Science / Product Analyst Intern | Insight Sourcing | Consulting Analyst | IntegriCom | Associate IT Technician | Invesco | Technology Strategy Associate | Invisors, LLC | Analyst | Itineris | Functional Analyst | Jacuzzi Bath Remodel of Middle GA | Marketing Manager | Johnson & Brannen Advisory Group | Business Development Director | Johnson Lambert LLP | Business Advisory Services Associate | Johnson Lambert LLP | Business Advisory Services Associate | K1 Investment Management | Private Equity Analyst | Kemper | Market Analyst | Keyence Corporation | Sales Engineer | KPMG | Data Engineer | KPMG | CIO Advisory Associate | KPMG | Cybersecurity Analyst | KPMG | Cybersecurity and Privacy Associate | KPMG | Oracle Enterprise Resource Solutions Advisory Associate | KPMG | Technology Assurance Audit Associate | KPMG | Advisory Associate | KPMG | Technology Consultant | KPMG | Customer Experience Advisory Associate | KPMG | Technology Risk Management Advisor | KPMG | Transformation Delivery Advisory Associate | KPMG | Advisory Associate | KPMG | Software Engineer Associate | KPMG | Technology Assurance Associate | KPMG | CIO Advisory Associate | KPMG | Technology Assurance Associate | KPMG | Associate | KPMG | Technology Assurance Associate | KPMG | Data and Integration Platforms Advisory Associate | KPMG | Technology Assurance Associate | KPMG | Data Analytics Associate | KPMG | Data Analytics Associate | KPMG | Audit Associate | KPMG | Customer Experience Advisory Associate | KPMG | Data and Integration Platforms Advisory Associate | KPMG | Customer Experience Advisory Associate | Kroll | Portfolio Valuation Analyst | LexisNexis Risk Solutions | Sales Development Representative | Macrospect | Associate Consultant I | Macy's | Software Engineer | Manhattan Associates | Software Support Consultant | Manhattan Associates | Software Consultant | Manhattan Associates | Software Support Consultant | Manhattan Associates | Software Implementation Consultant | Manhattan Associates | Software Consultant | Manhattan Associates | Software Implementation Consultant | Manhattan Associates | Software Implementation Consultant | Manhattan Associates | Software Implementation Consultant | Manhattan Associates | Cloud Analyst | Manhattan Associates | Software Implementation Consultant | Manhattan Associates | Software Support Consultant | Mayo Clinic | Information Technology Intern | MCL Solutions | Cloud Analyst | MetLife | Group Benefit Sales Trainee | Mueller Water Products | IT MDP | NCR Corporation | Business Consultant | NCR Corporation | IT Project Administrator | NCR Corporation | IT Project Manager | NCR Corporation | Associate Consultant | NCR Corporation | Project Management Analyst | NCR Corporation | IT Analyst | NCR Corporation | Product Analyst | NCR Corporation | Business Consultant | NCR Corporation | Business Analyst | NCR Corporation | Product and Project Management Analyst | NCR Corporation | IT Project Administrator | NTT Data Services | Business Consultant | NTT Data Services | Business and Technical Strategy Consultant | Operation Mobilization | Business Intern | PJT Partners | Investment Banking Analyst | PolitiGraphics | Position Not Specified | Popilush LLC | Personal Assistant and PL Operational Team Clerk | Popilush LLC | Personal Assistant and PL Operational Team Clerk | PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP | CMAAS Intern | PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP | Technology Risk Consultant | PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP | Cyber Risk Regulatory Consulting Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP | Technology Risk Consultant | Pro Football Network | CBS Sports Statistical Analyst | ProCare Rx | Business Analyst | Protiviti | Internal Audit and Financial Consultant | Protiviti | IT and Financial Consultant | Protiviti | Technology Consultant | Protiviti | Technology Consultant | Protiviti | Technology Consultant | Protiviti | Consumer Risk and Compliance Consultant | PwC | Business Control Associate | PwC | Digital Assurance and Transparency Associate | PwC | Digital Assurance and Transparency Associate | PwC | Digital Assurance and Transparency Associate | PwC | Business Process Consulting Associate | PwC | Associate I | PwC | Technology Consultant | PwC | Cybersecurity Associate | PwC | Security, Risk, and Compliance Consultant | PwC | Cloud Strategy Associate | PwC | Business Process Consultant | PwC | Cybersecurity Consulting Associate | PwC | Cybersecurity Associate | PwC | Incoming Associate | PwC | Business Control Associate | Raymond James | Business Analyst | Red Clay Consulting | Associate Consultant | Regions Bank | Investment Banking Analyst | Risk3sixty | Associate | RSM US LLP | Oracle NetSuite Implementation Associate | RSM US LLP | Point Solutions Associate | RSM US LLP | Consulting Associate | RSM US LLP | Consulting Associate | RSM US LLP | D365 Enterprise Delivery Consulting Associate | RSM US LLP | NetSuite Consultant | RSM US LLP | Consulting Associate | RSM US LLP | Technology Consulting Associate | RSM US LLP | Consulting Associate | RSM US LLP | Consulting Associate | Salesforce | QA Solutions Consultant | SAP | Data Analyst | Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, LLC | Associate Network Engineer | Schellman | IT Audit Associate | ServiceNow | Product Operations Analyst | Slalom | Business Advisory Services Associate Consultant | Sony Music Entertainment | A&R Research Intern | Southern Company | Telecom Analyst | Southern Lighting Source | Project Management Specialist | St. Joseph's/Candler | Cyber Security Analyst | State Street | Data Analytics Officer | Stiti | Analyst | SymphonyAI | Associate Consultant | Synovus | Business Data Analyst | Techport Thirteen, Inc. | ServiceNow Developer | Test Corp | Vice President of Sales and Marketing | Textron Aviation | Fleet Programs Analyst | Thought Logic Consulting | Business Development Associate | Tory Burch, LLC | Logistics Analyst | Trimont | Corporate Accounting Analyst | Trimont | Position Not Specified | Truist | Investment Banking Analyst | TurnKey Compliance | IT Compliance Consultant | University System of Georgia | Board of Regents Business Systems Analyst | UPS | Treasury Consolidation Specialist | UPS | Business Systems Analyst | UPS | Application Developer | UPS | Treasury Consolidation Specialist | UPS | Treasury Consolidation Specialist | Upside MFG | Account Executive | Valero Energy Corporation | Business Systems Support Analyst I | Vendidit | Business Development Specialist | Visa | Software Engineer I | Visa | Associate | Visa | Software Engineer I | West Virginia University | Outdoor Education Guide | WestRock | IT and Digital Analyst |
Graduate/Professional Schools attended by Class of 2023 Management Information Systems majors
The information below represents graduate/professional schools and programs reported through the Class of 2023 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.
Graduate School | Program(s) |
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Georgetown University | Information Technology Management, MEd | Georgia Institute of Technology | Analytics, MS | Georgia State University | Law, JD | Northwestern University | Law, JD | Oakland University | Mathematics, MA | University of Georgia | Data Science, MS | University of Georgia | Law, JD | University of Georgia | Law, JD | University of Georgia | Business Administration, MBA | University of Georgia | Business Administration, MBA | University of Georgia | Business Administration, MBA | University of Georgia | Business Administration, MBA | University of Georgia | Business Administration, MBA | University of Georgia | Business Analytics, MSBA | University of Georgia | Business Analytics, MSBA | University of Georgia | Business Analytics, MSBA | University of Georgia | Business Analytics, MSBA | University of Georgia | Journalism & Mass Communications, Emerging Media, MA | University of Georgia | Business and Technology, MBT | University of Georgia | Accounting, MAcc | University of Georgia | Accounting, MAcc | University of Georgia | Accounting, MAcc | University of Georgia | Spanish, MA | University of Georgia | Financial Planning, Housing, and Consumer Economics, MS | University of North Georgia | Chemistry, Post-Baccalaureate | University of Notre Dame | Business Administration, MBA | University of Texas at Austin | Sports Management, MS |