About Computer Information Systems
Why Computer Information Systems with a Specialized Track in Health Information Systems?
If you're interested in securing employment in the fastest growing sector of our economy, a degree in Computer Information Systems with a track in Health Information Systems prepares graduates to develop specialized healthcare applications that both improve patient care and make healthcare more efficient. With growing investment by healthcare organizations in technology and the government's growing interest in electronic health records, a degree in computer information systems that's focused in healthcare will give you some of the strongest career opportunities in today's economy.
By mastering current technologies and best practices, including picture archiving and communication systems (PACS), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability ACT (HIPPA) and Health Level Seven (HL7), you'll be prepared to integrate equipment output with HER and other applications, as well as to develop and support electronic health records applications in hospitals and medical offices nationwide.
Now you can earn a Computer Information Systems degree with a track in health information systems from DeVry University - in just 3 years if you attend class year-round - and gain the skills and knowledge you need to secure a career in this fast-growing field of CIS.
Why DeVry University for Computer Information Systems with a Specialized Track in Health Information Systems?
For students seeking the most comprehensive, experiential and career-oriented computer information systems degree program with health information systems courses, DeVry University will give you an advantage. Here's why:
- Recognized leader. A leader in electronics and technology-based business education for over 75 years, and a history of producing graduates who enjoy successful careers in software application, DeVry University prepares you for high-demand, high-paying careers in Computer Information Systems.
- Employer approved. DeVry University works with computer and technology industry leaders to design programs that produce graduates who meet their needs. Plus, our computer information systems degree holders have more of the communications and teamwork skills that today's employers seek.
- Career-focused education. DeVry University offers an accelerated bachelor's degree program, based on a year-round course schedule; learn-by-doing methodology in up-to-date computer labs; accessible faculty with subject matter expertise and industry experience; and the ultimate flexibility of a computer information systems degree earned online.
- Technical specialty. As a Computer Information Systems student at DeVry University you can pursue a track in health information systems, with courses that help you to gain the knowledge, skills and experience to excel in this growing, specialized field.
- Career advancement. In addition to earning a bachelor's degree, many computer information systems degree holders continue their education by earning a master's degree in Information Systems Management or Network & Communications Management or a healthcare-focused MBA through DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management.
- Successful graduates. For the year ending with the February '08 graduates, 91% of U.S. Computer Information Systems graduates were employed in their field of study and enjoying an average salary of $46,206. (Of graduates who actively pursued and obtained employment and those who were already employed in education-related careers within 180 days of graduation.)
