Computer Information Systems (CIS) might be an area for you to pursue. Within every organization, a technical support person, technical support team or service desk responds to issues with technology. These professionals are the first line of defense against computer hardware or software problems. They provide customer support by tracking and resolving a variety of issues from computer viruses to PC configuration. With starting salaries as high as $50,000 a year, administrative support professionals and help desk-related roles are in demand everywhere.
AACC offers the following Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degrees. The state of Maryland refers to the A.A.S. as a career degree, because it's intended to provide you with skills to enter the workforce. In some cases, AACC has entered into transfer agreements that allow these degrees to transfer to select colleges. A list of active agreements may be found on this website. You can also learn more about transferring from AACC to continue your education.
The Computer Information Systems (CIS) degree helps students develop the professional skills and capabilities to work in the computer and related information technologies (IT) fields. The CIS program trains you to be an analyst capable of solving business problems using technology.
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The following certificates are also available.
Are you skilled with technology and interested in helping others? The Help Desk and Technical Support Certificate can be completed in 30 credits and prepares students for employment that relies on their personal computer skills. Students receive a general background in computer operations and applications using software to support the electronic office and business.
This certificate teaches students development and expertise in Microsoft Office applications. The 20-credit program will prepare students for employment in businesses that have a demand for personnel with personal computer skills.
This program incorporates the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) industry certification testing in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook. Students can earn the Office Applications Specialist Letter of Recognition along with this certificate.
If you're interested in earning a four-year degree and want to study this subject, Transfer Studies may be your solution. This distinctive degree is designed to let you choose an area of concentration (or major), while completing your state of Maryland general education requirements.
The Transfer Studies, A.A. allows you to explore different subjects or concentrate on a specific course plan that will best meet your in-state (and even some out-of-state) transfer goals. If you hope to transfer to a specific program or school, one of our advisors can help structure your AACC studies specifically for that purpose. The result? You get a well-rounded associate degree preparing you for further studies and successful career.
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The job outlook for students who major in Computer Information Systems is outstanding. Information Systems is one of the top 10 fields in terms of demand and starting salaries for graduates according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers and the Huffington Post. As a well-equipped professional, you can work in a number of different positions in government and business, including such roles as:
For outlook information about specific careers, visit the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook.
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For Kim Law, teaching at AACC is a full-circle moment for her family. She was born in Anne Arundel County and her father taught science courses at AACC part time in the 1970s. She moved away from the area when she was 5 but returned in 2007.
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