# Management Information Systems (MIS) (Certificate of Achievement)

MiraCosta College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Computer Studies & Information Technology

Source: https://catalog.miracosta.edu/disciplines/computerstudiesandinformationtechnology/

Completion of this certificate prepares individuals for careers in the management of information systems. Individuals master how to plan, coordinate, and direct computer-related activities to determine and implement the information technology goals of an organization. Completing additional coursework (consult a counselor) may result in a transfer pathway to a four-year degree in management information systems or a variety of related majors. Depending on which electives are chosen, certificate completion may help individuals prepare for the CompTIA A+ and Network+ professional certification exams.

##### Program Student Learning Outcome

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to demonstrate management of information systems related skills and techniques required of a management information systems worker.

**Course Requirements**

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required courses:** | |  |
| ACCT 201 | Financial Accounting | 4 |
| ACCT 202 | Managerial Accounting | 4 |
| BUS 140 | Legal Environment of Business | 3 |
| BUS 290 | Business Communication | 3 |
| CSIT 120 | Fundamentals of Computer Information Systems | 3 |
| CSIT 123 | Introduction to Data Analytics | 3 |
| ECON C2001 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| ECON C2002 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| CSIT 195 | IT Career Exploration and Portfolio Development | 1 |
| or CSIT 286 | Professional Certification Preparation |  |
| or CSIT 292 | Internship Studies |  |
| or CSIT 299 | Occupational Work Experience Education |  |
| **Select courses from below for a minimum of 3 units:** | | 3-4 |
| CS 101 | Introduction to Computer Science Principles |  |
| CSIT 150 | Artificial Intelligence: Concepts |  |
| CSIT 151 | Artificial Intelligence: Applications |  |
| CSIT 152 | Artificial Intelligence: Strategies and Solutions |  |
| CSIT 160 | Technology, the Individual, and Society |  |
| CSIT 165 | Living in an Online World |  |
| CSIT 180 | Fundamentals of Computer Hardware and Software |  |
| CSIT 181 | Fundamentals of Computer Networking |  |
| CSIT 191 | Fundamentals of Cisco Networking |  |
| **Total Units** | | **30-31** |