1. Major in CIS Computer Information Systems

2. CIS Careers  Application Developers  System Analysts  Database Administration  Network Administration  Consulting  Web/e-Business Developers

3. Skills and Attributes  Problem Solving and Logic  Analytical (Math/Logic)  Communication (Writing, Presentation)  Interpersonal (Outgoing, Positive)  Motivated – Self Starter  Takes responsibility - Organized  Enjoys Technical Details

4. Development Tools  Oracle Database Systems  Oracle Development Tools  SAP Enterprise Systems  Java, Cobol, VB, SQL programming  Object Oriented Analysis and Design  Unix, NT, Novell Operating Systems

5. Some Recruiting Examples  Micron - Idaho  IBM – Tucson and Fort Collins  Federal Express – Colorado Springs  Lawrence Livermore Labs – Livermore  Sandia Labs – Albuquerque  Acxiom and Motorola – Phoenix  State of AZ and PCS – Phoenix

6. Opportunities  High Demand Field  Top Starting Salaries ($40 - $70K)  Variety of Job Opportunities  Geographic Flexibility  Excellent Advancement Possibilities

7. For More Information  See a CIS Advisor  CIS Program Web Page www.cba.nau.edu  Undergraduate Programs  CIS  Talk to CIS majors  Attend recruiting information sessions