Minor Degree in Management Information Systems
Courses Transferrable from Other UMS Campuses to the University of Maine at Presque Isle
The following chart provides general guidance as to which courses offered at other University of Maine System
campuses will be accepted as transferable into the Minor in Management Information Systems undergraduate
degree program at the University of Maine at Presque Isle.
As shown, links to course descriptions for all courses are provided. Additional courses beyond those listed may
be acceptable for transfer as assessed by the appropriate course faculty on the campus to which the student is
transferring.
Courses qualifying to fulfill General Education course requirements are handled on a campuswide basis and are available through a separate information sheet.
University of Maine at Presque Isle
Minor Degree: Management Information Systems
(Curriculum drawn from http://www.umpi.edu/files/catalogue/minor-programs.pdf)
Typical Program showing Acceptable Transfer Courses
(Course transfer information is drawn from https://peportal.maine.edu and confirmed by involved faculty members.)
REQUIRED COURSES
Course
Course Title
Number
BUS 200*
Intermediate
Course
Business Computing
Description
Credits: 3
BUS 244
Management Information
Course
Systems
Description
Credits: 3
BUS 245
Programming for Managers
Course
Credits: 3
Description
BUS 345
Database Management
Course
Credits: 3
Description
BUS 246**
Intro. to Web Page Design
Course
Credits: 3
Description
BUS 301**
Information Systems and
Course
Accounting
Description
Credits: 3
BUS 359**
IT Project Management
Course
Credits: 3
Description
BUS 405**
Special Topics in MIS
Course
Credits: 3
Description
BUS 442**
MIS Projects
Course
Credits: 3 – 6
Description
ENV 308**
GIS I
Course
Credits: 4
Description
ENV 408**
GIS II
USM
COURSES ACCEPTABLE FOR TRANSFER
UM
UM-A
UM-F
UM-FK
BUA 335
BUA 235
and
BUA 135
BUA 270
UM-M
Course
Description
Credits: 4
Note:
* Students lacking significant experience with Microsoft Office should take Bus 125 before taking Bus 200
** Students should choose TWO of these courses.
University of Maine at Presque Isle Management Information Systems Minor Course Descriptions
BUS 200 INTERMEDIATE BUSINESS COMPUTING
In-depth exploration of the advanced features of the Microsoft Office suite. Integration of spreadsheet and database information into
reports and presentations and querying functions. Students lacking significant prior experience with business computing are advised to
take Bus 125 or prior to enrolling in this class.
Credits: 3
BUS 244 MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
This course will provide an introduction to computer and telecommunications information systems. Topics covered will include
information system concepts, hardware and software systems components, basics of systems operation, and the ethical use of
information systems in culturally diverse organizations and societies. This course is designed to accommodate non-business majors
who wish to gain a greater understanding of information systems.
Prerequisite: Bus 125 or Bus200.
Credits: 3
BUS 245 PROGRAMMING FOR MANAGERS
Programming structure for modern programming languages used in businesses. The necessary skills of programming design,
structures, testing, documentation, implementation, and maintenance are accomplished using PCbased programming tools. Provides
MIS students and manager with an understanding of how object-oriented programming can be used to enhance business applications.
Prerequisite: Bus 125 or Bus200.
Credits: 3
BUS 345 DATABASE MANAGEMENT
This course focuses on the database components of an information system. Topics covered include database models, data structures,
storage, retrieval, manipulation, and reporting within organizations. Special emphasis will be placed on database applications within
the functional areas of business such as human resources, finance, accounting, marketing, and operations.
Corequisite: Bus 244.
Credits: 3
BUS 246 INTRODUCTION TO WEB PAGE DESIGN
Hands-on computer class to teach students how to build Web pages using HTML, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), light Java Scripting,
and a Web authorizing tool. Students will design and develop web pages for a business and a personal web page.
Prerequisite: Bus 125 or Bus 200.
Credits: 3
BUS 301 INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND ACCOUNTING
This course covers electronic data processing systems and accounting applications. It provides a thorough background on data
organization for electronic accounting systems. EDP controls and fraud prevention are covered to provide an evaluation of the
company’s overall internal control.
Prerequisites: Bus 125 and Bus 150 or Bus 200.
Credits: 3
BUS 359 IT PROJECT MANAGEMENT
This course provides students with the fundamentals and best practices of information technology (IT) project management.
Real-world project experience provides students with skills needed to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to specification.
Determining project scope, setting/management stakeholder expectations, identifying/managing IT risks, and meeting quality
standards are all covered.
Prerequisite: Bus 200
Credits: 3
BUS 405 MIS SPECIAL TOPICS
A seminar class investigating the newest topics in information systems. Using hands-on methodology, delve into an information
systems topic relevant to today’s innovative businesses. Topics are offered on a rotating basis. This course may be repeated for credit
as long as the topics are different.
Corequisite: Bus 244.
Credits: 3
BUS 442 MIS PROJECTS
Service learning opportunity to work on information systems projects. Experience work on an information systems project by
investigating a technology problem/opportunity for a real organization. Provides students with the opportunity to utilize their
communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and project management skills while helping an organization infuse technology into its
processes.
Prerequisite: Bus 244.
Credits: 3 – 6
ENV 308 GIS I FUNDAMENTALS OF GIS
This course introduces students to basic concepts and techniques of digital mapping. Topics include location referencing methods,
data collection techniques, spatial data models and structure, geodatabase creation and manipulation, basic spatial queries and problem
solving with GIS.
Prerequisite: A passing score on the science placement test or successful completion of Sci 100 or a non-degree seeking student.
Credits: 4
ENV 408 GIS II APPLICATIONS AND ADVANCED SPATIAL ANALYSIS
GIS II focuses on GIS applications such as geocoding, georeferencing, and CAD data conversion, and on advanced raster- and
TIN-based spatial and 3D analyses such as digital terrain modeling, and surface analysis. GIS II also requires each student to work on
a GIS project.
Prerequisite: Env 308.
Credits: 4