Information Systems Degree

The information systems degree program at Harford Community College prepares students instruction on providing and managing data systems and other facilities to process and retrieve internal business information, as well as to respond to external data requests. Students who graduate from the information systems degree program may go on to pursue careers in IT as consultants, cloud computing architects, computer forensic investigators, and more. Courses include cost and accounting information systems, personnel information systems, data storage and security, business systems networking, and more. Get more details below including other Maryland colleges that offer information systems degrees.

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Harford Community College

11400 Robinwood Dr, Hagerstown, MD

Harford Community College (HCC) is located near Bel Air, Maryland. With almost 10,000 students taking credited courses and 13,000 taking noncredit courses in 2013, HCC has over 1000 full-time and part-time faculty and staff.

Mission Statement:

Harford Community College provides accessible, innovative learner-centered education opportunities. As an open-access institution, the College promotes graduation, transfer, individual goal attainment, and career and workforce development. The College fosters lifelong learning, global awareness, and social and cultural enrichment.

Academic Divisions:

• Behavioral & Social Sciences
• Business, Computing & Applied Technology
• Educational & Transitional Studies
• Humanities
• Nursing & Allied Health Professions
• Science, Technology Engineering & Math
• Visual, Performing & Applied Arts

HCC has a check sheet for students transferring from other schools—for full details check the transfer student page on their websites (http://www.harford.edu/admissions/transfer-students.aspx)

Free tutoring services are offered for most courses for HCC students—over 45 part-time student and professional tutors. Other student services include access to Career Services, Student Intervention Services, Computer and Technology Center, Library, Athletics, and Recreational Activities.

Tuition:

• Residents of Harford County: $92 per credit hour.
• Residents of Maryland-Outside of Harford County: $179 per credit hour.
• Non-residents of Maryland/Out-of-Country Residents: $266 per credit hour.

Additional fees include: Consolidated Services, Exams, and Registration.

Apply Online (http://www.harford.edu/admissions/apply-now.aspx)

Students Enrolled in the Information Systems Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Harford Community College offers an associate's degree program in information systems.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Computer and Information Systems Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, computer and information systems managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 15.4% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV
  • Total Employment: 190
  • Average Hourly Rate: $59.33
  • Average Annual Salary: $123400

Computer Programmers

Description

Create, modify, and test the code, forms, and script that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software developers or other individuals. May assist software developers by analyzing user needs and designing software solutions. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).