Bachelor of Business Administration in Management Information Systems (MIS)
Learn to build apps, websites, and databases with a B.B.A. in Management Information Systems from Ole Miss.
"Learning how to program and manage data is something that stands out to me from other classes. My favorite thing about being a part of the business school are the resources they provide, career preparations, and the professors that I have had. Each semester I know I am going to be in high quality classes with professors that teach subjects thoroughly.”
Grant Carr
MIS Major, Class of 2025
About This Program
Today, one of the most valuable resources behind any business is data. In the Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A) in Management Information Systems at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss), learn how to help organizations develop better ways to collect data, use it more efficiently, and build solutions to make better decisions.
If you’re excited by a career that lets you build big-picture plans to use data strategically while also diving into the 0s and 1s needed to carry it out, an MIS degree is for you.
What to Expect
Gain the skills to create desktop and mobile applications, web pages, and databases with a B.B.A. in Management Information Systems. It’s like getting two degrees for the price of one: While you gain a sophisticated technical background, you also acquire foundational knowledge in business from our AACSB-accredited School of Business Administration.
But you’ll also know how to get the work done to solve problems yourself, learning on the latest systems used by professionals. The MIS degree program prepares you to be proficient in coding languages by the time you graduate, including Visual Basic and C#, using Visual Studio, in addition to UML, Java, JavaScript, PHP, Oracle, MySQL, and SQL Server.
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Program Information
Program Type
Major
Minor
Area of Study
Business and Accountancy
Duration
4 Years
Degree
Program Location
Emphases
Management Information Systems
Required Credit Hours
120 Hours
MIS Program Highlights
Real-World Application
Hone your skills on systems used in the real world, and complete internships that take you out of the classroom and into the field — even internationally.
Join a Legacy of Excellence
Ole Miss alumni lead innovation at companies here and around the world. Our alumni network means you can tap their experience.
Explore Affordability
The data is clear: Ole Miss provides unmatched value. Generous financial aid ensures our degrees remain within reach.
Did You Know?
of graduates employed upon graduation
Curriculum
In addition to general business requirements, students take several classes specializing in MIS-focused topics such as programming, analytics, and management. Courses cover topics such as:
- Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
- Database Management
- Information Concepts and Processes
- Information Systems Technology
- Organizational Functions and Management
Review the general structure and list of courses for the MIS degree.
Students from other schools/colleges at the University of Mississippi can earn a Management Information Systems minor by completing the following courses:
- ECON/BUS 230 – Business Statistics I
- MIS 280 – Business Application Programming I
- MIS 309 or GB 310 – Management Information Systems
& 3 courses (9 hours) from the following:
- MIS 307 – Systems Analysis Design
- MIS 317 – Applied Systems Analysis and Design
- MIS 330 – Business Application Programming II
- MIS 408 – Advanced Management Information Systems
- MIS 412 – Web Application Programming
Students must complete at least 6 hours of minor courses in residence at the University of Mississippi and have a 2.0 or higher GPA in the minor requirements.
Careers with an MIS Degree
Data drives business. Graduates with an MIS degree are in demand, with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projecting the number of jobs in the field to grow by 15 percent through 2032. That’s significantly faster than other fields. (And the pay is higher, too — in 2022, the median salary for an MIS expert was $164,070 a year.)
Ole Miss alumni work for leading companies such as FedEx, Microsoft, and Yahoo! To help you follow their path, our Career Preparation Services office can help you build your interview techniques, write a résumé, and find internships and other opportunities.
Graduate from the MIS degree program prepared to work in positions such as:
- Business Application Developer
- Database Administrator
- IT Development Project Leader
- Network Administrator
- Systems Analyst
- Technical Support Specialist
- Web Developer
Admissions Requirements
Entering freshmen must submit an application, complete the required units of the Mississippi College Preparatory Curriculum (CPC), and provide a high school core GPA and either an ACT or SAT score.
Ole Miss grants admission on a rolling basis until the university reaches capacity. For best consideration, apply before April 1 of your senior year.
Next Steps
Explore Affordability
We have a variety of scholarships and financial aid options to help make college more affordable for you and your family.
Apply to the University of Mississippi
Are you ready to take the next step toward building your legacy?